Ads for Classical Music

In this blog post, I want to promote one of the most underrated genres of all time: classical music. And although I possess little knowledge of creating advertisements, I write this in hopes of ending at least one hiatus. After seeing this, perhaps Mozart will finally release his next album.


Gabriel Fauré: Pavane, Op. 50: The beginning has such a smooth approach besides the repeating plucking sound. And when the intro begins to lose its flavor, unexpected crescendos hit you out of nowhere. Listen to this pavane solely for the crescendos. Yes, they are only featured for a small portion of the piece’s duration, but they are worth the soft droning of stringed instruments and the building plucking sound. I recommend you listen to this while writing sad poetry. Rewind it back to the crescendos every five seconds for the desirable effect. Or, if you have an aversion to writing, listen to this while brushing your teeth. Overall rating: 7/10

Emile Pandolfi: Once Upon a December (piano version): The introduction is reminiscent of rain. And when the rain grows less apparent, you view the droplets on the window as the sky’s tears—how poetic. This piece distorts reality. Even if you sit beneath a scalding sun in tall grass, you immediately find yourself on a window seat, face pressed against cool glass as the outside world bleeds blue-grey. This piece will elicit such sorrow, prompting you to mourn the loss of the sun even with peeling skin. And the end arrives almost peacefully, as if accepting its fate. The rain lingers, however. Overall rating: 9/10

Claude Debussy: Nocturne (1892): You are first introduced to an ominous setting. The wind rustles every leaf, impossibly bending the trees. The sky darkens, bristling with electricity and anticipation. And then the rain comes. In comparison, it does not feel as heavy-hearted, as moody. It almost strikes you as a dear memory. But then it darkens because you realize the memory has escaped you, and you now sit in a storm that tears the trees apart. You kind of withdraw from the situation, becoming numb to your surroundings. But the rain continues to fall, rolling down your face. Overall rating: 9/10

Claude Debussy: Clair de Lune: While listening to this piece, you feel as if you are taking a midnight stroll, the moonlight as your sole companion. The piano plays softly, and you reflect upon the lingering nostalgia that appeared with the moonlight. It is all so bittersweet. You step in puddles and shatter the moon into a million shards, pulling your coat around your shoulders. And you feel that a dream world has entrapped you. You feel utterly devoured by nostalgia, and you allow yourself to sink into it—nevermind the austerity of the omnipresent moon. Although you may not take midnight strolls regularly, this piece is absolutely beautiful and will, perhaps, inspire you creatively. I recommend listening to this while alone at Taco Bell, as it amplifies the tragedy of the situation. Overall rating: 10/10


I am by no means a professional critic, so please do not mistake my sloppy opinions for concrete evidence. And I would also like to apologize to the prestigious fans of classical music and Mozart. I am sorry, Mozart. I should not have included you in my cruel humor. That is all.

Author: Callie Matthews

"I have hated the words and I have loved them, and I hope I have made them right." - The Book Thief

3 thoughts on “Ads for Classical Music”

  1. Classical music is so underrated! Classical music has always calmed me down, and has helped me focus. I think more people should give classical music a try. Loved your thoughts on this.

  2. Listening to Taco Bell is a weirdly haunting, beautiful thing? I had never even thought of it. I’m for sure gonna try it. Will update.

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