Occasional Thoughts

from an overly ambitious costumer

Friday, December 11, 2009

Take That, Pachelbel!

Since I can remember I have always harbored a secret love for Pachelbel's Cannon in D. Yes, I know what you may be thinking. "But Bridget, aren't you the one who rants and raves against it! Are you not the one who proclaims it to be the worst cello part ever written?" The answer is yes. I do rant and rave about it to anyone who will listen. I announce that no such abomination shall ever be played at my wedding. But secretly I love that piece of music. It is one of the most beautiful compositions I have ever heard. I have found a way around Pachelbel's nauseating cello part. Have it arranged for cellos! All parts! 4 or six I don't care how many cellos there are so long as the only instrument to be heard is a cello! Take that Pachelbel! I shall indeed have all cello music at the ceremony and yes, I will have your Cannon in D as well!