Do you agree that aside from speaking english, MUSIC is also a universal language? I've seen it everywhere, it bridges the gap and language barriers. Can you share your local music? What it is called, and it's origins? As we have a lot of style and kinds of music here in the philippines..
[question posted by raijin]
responses and comments:
yaa music is a universal language and it has different forms. What we hear with a rythem is basically a music so it has no language. Its for us to enjoy and sometimes without understanding it we enjoy it. This is greatness of music like when we were born we only speak and hear universal language its really great as it diverts our mind and gives everyone a taste of happiness. [paulnet]
Yes i think it is another way to communicate :0) [aizavel]
Music is most definitely a universal language. EVERYone loves a good tune! I live in Philadelphia, PA and we have a long, rich musical history. The Philly sound ranges from Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes, to the A's and The Hooters, to G.Love & Special Sauce, to The Roots. Of course the Philadelphia Orchestra is also famous in it's own right. [DoubleB66]
That's great! We also have our own local groups here, we have different varieties of music and musical instruments to play on. [raijin]
I totally agree music can be understood anywhere in the world .Here is a french band who created his own langage that I enjoy a lot , http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendID=81377119 [zatoichi2080]
Music is definitely a universal language, and a window into different cultures. Tonight I'm listening to Russian music, my favourites being The Red Army Choir, and Vladimir Vysotsky. I don't understand a word of it, but i love it!!! [danishcanadian]
I don't know much about Russian music but the way you say it, I think they make really good tune!;) By listening from other countries music, we also learn to know more about their culture. [raijin]
Yes, there is no country limitation on music. We don't nedd to listen what the songs meaning, but we can get a understand from the rythem of the songs, that is great and wonderful. China music is happy and fair-sounding, you will get a doog experience when you hear the music come from china. [xiongqh]
Totally agree. I play many instruments but no matter what language you speak you can understand and FEEL the notes that I produce and that others may produce. It's a wonderful feeling. Please play instruments until the day you die. Pleeease. [dsimms6]
Music is what makes eveyone feel happy and it's also a therapy for stress. I don't know what to say about your request, I can't understand what you are trying to say. anyway, thanks for the post. [raijin]
It's kind of tough though because a lot of people are very narrow-minded about the kind of music they like. I wish that people were more accepting, they'd be able to accept all kinds of cultures if they could accept all kinds of music. [isavedlatintwice]
It's my own way of paying tribute to music and it's importance to us and for being a part of our culture.. [raijin]
completly agree man....it can be a much better if everyone takes intrest in also speaking the language( i mean learnin to compose music their own way)....than only listening...it wud be wonderful that way... [kanishka13]
I would say that music is more universal as it does not require speech, and you can absorb music through more senses, not just your ears. You can feel it, for instance in the vibrations of the instruments playing. I stimulates a different part of your brain, as well. I live right in the middle of the United States, so I would say there is no such thing as local music. A lot of people around here like country, but some like rock, heavy metal, gospel, folk music. When we have a Scottish festival we have bagpipes and harpists, and drums. There are Swedish groups nearby and German groups. We have a Messiah festival that concentrates on Handel's Messiah, at Eastertime. I just finished a musical production that centered around big band or "swing" type music from the 1940's, We are fortunate tohave such a wide variety available. [GardenGerty]
I agree, I agree way too much to express it in words. Music is something the impresses feelings that it is carrying, on my mind so intensely that I cannot get out of it. It is so far reaching that it is innate in me. [lostpoet]
I can see to it, you seem more excited by the way you explain it!;) [raijin]
Yeah music is a universal language completely! I can hand someone who can't speak a word of english, but can read music score and they will be able to play it note for note. Also you don't have do understand lyrics in a different laguage to enjoy the musical piece. Music can portray strong emotion no matter what language you speak. Music is most definately THE universal language! [benks420]
During the 80's, a popular filipino song was translated in almost all the languages because of it's great tune and message the song wants to exprees. That song is still popular to others that have heard it, it was called "ANAK"(SON=english). Try looking for it!;) "To all of you guys who responded and made their views, I want to thank you all and hope that you would never hesitate to respond to more quality discussions". PEACE!! [raijin]
I agree with you that music can be universal language to us. Many people listen to the music and even they sing it. Every kind of music have different meaning. It showed the meaning of love, happy, sad, and many other feeling. People with the same feeling sing the same kind of song. [flikkenni]
Songs that show different emotions and express ones' feeling, is also a characteristic of music. Thanks for the response!;) [raijin]
I am an indian.Indian music is also a varitey and is so much pleasing.Some of the instruments have even been used in English songs to create a very different and nice music. But i think that the music in india was too good some years ago.In today's world of remix value of Indian music is going down.I think this might even be happening in other countries. [sandesh_patil2004]
As the world evolves, music have to evolve also. To create a more beautiful, variety of music from your culture. Thanks for the response.. [raijin]
I do agree with you. Music is the international language. Prople all over the world listen to music. Just by the rhythm of the music u can tell what is going on. If 2 people don't speak the same music, all they have to do is play each other a specific song and they will know exactly what eachother means. [Lady_Vincy]
It creates instant connections from people with different cultures, race and color. It binds us all as one. thanks for the response!;) [raijin]
Yup that's true, and Bono is trying to make use of this universal language or I also like to call it universal power cause you can reach a lot of people! It can change the thinking of people which is sometimes necessary, god thank you there's music! [jajatisalgoe]
Yes Bono uses music to send a message to the world and for to be people to be more aware of our society. Music is also used as a form of Media. Thanks for the response!;) [raijin]
Yes it seems that music touches the same places in our brains. It appears that we respond to the notes and their order, duration, repetition,and nuances in much the same way. Although we all have different tastes we pretty much react the same way. Something pre-programmed for our early origons. [pollyandry]
here in mexico i like 2 good songs: zoe- via lactea (the bassriff is awwsome!!) and panda-narcisista por excelencia (the solo and the main guitar are pretty cool!!) listen to these music, in spanish of course, alternative rock. and electronic [diego018]
Is Carlos Santana also from Mexico? I think he's one of the best guitar-player right now.. [raijin]
Oh Yes most certainly, Music is definitely a Universal Language as it crosses over all barriers created by man to be different from one another. In a World full of things that pull us all apart, Music is one thing that can bring us together. [nzk786]
One world, one music, one language to keep us all together.. [raijin]
music is my life, i aggree. [pohaynerop2]
I was in the car today with a japanese fellow who spoke 0 english, but when a good song came on, we both nodded our heads. It proved what your saying. [pohaynerop2]
I can definatley relate to that. People all over the world like music, and in some cases the same kind of music. English is the universal language, but it seems that spanish is fast approaching. [chuggs]
i certainly do agree to that raijin. music is a language that is spoken by everybody. it TRANSCEND BOUNDARIES and BOND PEOPLES, thousands, millions of people even thousand miles away from each other. it is understood by different races even by the illiterates and the educated, the refined and unrefined, the civilized and the uncivilized. [cuddleme01]
Yes, I agree - I will listen to anything as long as I like it. There is always 'something' that catches my attention: maybe the voice or the rythm; maybe drums or an instrument; maybe I just think it's beautiful and it hits all my feelings at once - this also happens if I think it's really, really terrible! (o: For the past 6 months I have listened a lot to a Pakistani pop singer called Abrar ul Haq: I don't understand a single word (okay, maybe one or two now - but that's all) but I like his voice, the rythm, the music and the instruments - some are very foreign to me; he mixes western type music/instruments with ethnic asian ones. On one track he has added a classical guitar - on another there's a hip-hop feel to it. A third track has an original instrument, which I like - I don't know what it is, but it sounds like a small bag pipe (I like bag-pipes). I hope I will always be surprised and amazed when it comes to experiencing and embracing new things in this world. Apna khiyal rakhna (take care in Urdu). [tmg761]
Yep, music is truly diverse!;) I have heard some of those even here on my place, sometimes foreign music are played on streets with people singing and dancing at times. =) [raijin]
Ok I totally agree that music can bridge the gaps and break the barriers. The region I live in I guess you can say the local music is Polka and it comes from the diverse melting pot that makes up where I live. But I listen to alot of rock , techno, pop, gothic rock, alternative, punk and the list goes on .. I'm an eclectic type .. I love all music it really doesn't matter what just as long as it's good. Have a nice one hun. [bellaofchaos]
That is such a beautiful way to think of something. [bellaofchaos]
Hi, Music has always been something that helps us break barriers . One may not understand the language or wordings of the Somgs .But one does likes the different songs . In India ;we have a very rich Heritage of Music - Folk Music - Rajasthani,Rabindra Sangeet,Regional Music as well as Classical - Hindustani and Carnatic Music . [ptrikha1]
Yes, the words are not that important as long as the melody are good and catchy.. =) [raijin]
i totally agree with u. there's no bondary within the domain of music. a few days ago the NYorchestra put on a show in North Korea. i've read a lot articles on this issue ,it's believed that this issue will undoutedly open a new era for the relations between the US adn NK. over all ,its music that can bring us peace and happy! [sofeworld]
Now that's another good reason for making music as a tool to break the barrier, I hope that be the first in making two countries work together and be at peace.. [raijin]
I think that music is just one of a few universal languages.... I think also mathematics is a universal language, and perhaps in some way music is a part of this? Another universal language is Latin, though not everybody is versed in it - I believe it is still universal due to the fact that it is a dead language all over the world - through the many ages that which is said and written in latin is consistent as it is not subject to dialect or jargon or changing in the meanings of its words. finally it is often said that love is the universal language. :) [Modestah]
You have such rich and informative insights here modestah, I truly appreciate it!happy Thank you again for sharing them to us, have a great day and enjoy posting..happy [raijin]