“The only proof that God exists is music.”
– Kurt Vonnegut
Reading this quote propelled me to assemble my all time favorite music
that used to unite Linda and me, continues to, and always will.
I hope you enjoy it, too.
– Lew
This collection of music is dedicated to Linda Kairys, my loving wife and life partner.
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Linda speaking to me from afar.
FAVORITE FEMALE VOCALISTS
Maria Callas
The greatest female vocalist of all time.
Maria Callas
Callas’s favorite opera.
Maria Callas
The most phenomenal spontaneous chorus of all time.
Joan Sutherland
The purest singing voice.
Joan Sutherland
At her best.
FAVORITE MALE VOCALISTS
Jussi Bjørling
Died young in 1960. Nondescript appearance but oh, that voice.
Luciana Pavarotti
Dominated the stage – whether solo or part of a chorus.
FAVORITE CLASSICAL COMPOSERS
Shubert
Composed by Shubert in praise of another woman. Later, the music was used to create the Ave Maria we all recognize.
Schubert
Wrote this on his deathbed at age 31. Very prolific. His genius is unsurpassed.
Schubert
Visualize trout swimming in a stream.
Mozart
My favorite opera. Most of his operas are superb, ranking him among the greatest opera composers.
Haydn
Performed at my Uncle Dave’s funeral over 40 years ago. Never have forgotten it.
Bach
The father of them all.
Beethoven
Ode To Joy—9th symphony. With a 10,000 member chorus. Magnificent!! His full body of work laid the foundation to what was to become the Romantic Era and beyond.
Handel
Kinda grows on you.
Puccini
Mimi’s health condition worsens.
FAVORITE CONDUCTOR
Carlos Kleiber – no one else comes close!
Kleiber’s performance at age 40 skyrocketed him to international prominence.
Conducting Beethoven’s 4th symphony.
Kleiber in rehearsal. He becomes one with the music – no translation needed. Best to not be called on.
FAVORITE CIGAR
Romeo and Juliet Reserva Real Nicaragua Magnum
Paired with music, its the perfect enhancement to the connection with Linda.
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It must have brought back such lovely memories putting this together. Thank you for sharing.
Lee, A magnificent tribute to what must have been an extraordinary woman and partner. Thank you.
Dear Lew, What a beautiful tribute to a kind and loving soul; your Linda! Thank you for sharing the beautiful music!
I’ve been listening to these for hours. This is such wonderful music. There is so much love in the music and in this most fitting memorial. Thank you for sharing why it’s wonderful to live.
Lew, this is a lovely tribute to Linda. You sharing your personal favorites is particularly meaningful. I’ve enjoyed listening to them over the past few days and will continue to explore opera – thanks to you!
Fascinating collection of really genius inspired music. I’m really pleased it speaks so much of Linda to Lew. A superb tribute to a great lady…. We all miss her joyful Spirit….
Wow! You’ve honored Linda in such a meaningful and beautiful way—straight from your heart. She would have loved this. From the comments here, you’ve given the gift of Linda’s memory as well as a course in opera to your family and friends. Thanks Lew. I miss her so much.
Thanks, Lew. I sent my you an email before I saw this option at the end. As I said in my email…you two were quite the handsome couple. I very much enjoyed the Schubert piece which was new to me as were a couple of the opera selections.
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