"Messages Hidden in Notes"
Music is diverse and can be thought of in both positive and negative ways. This article, written by James R. Oestreich, showcases the positive view of a performance by the New York Philharmonic. By using diction, details, and syntax, Oestreich helps readers to envision exactly what he is saying.
Oestreich’s use of strong diction gives the article a positive view of the New York Philharmonic. By using words such as “prominence”, “bright”, and “brilliant”, Oestreich makes readers feel that the New York Philharmonic is the best orchestra he has ever heard, and that the readers should feel this way as well. He also uses words such as “passion” and “commitment” to help support his beliefs.
By giving details about the actual performance, Oestreich is able to make readers feel that they too were at the performance, and that it was just as amazing as he makes it out to be, such as when Oestreich tells readers background details about the music that the New York Philharmonic played, similar to what a concert program does. By giving details about the performance itself, such as performance order or technicalities of the pieces, he rounds up his writing to make readers feel like they attended the amazing performance.
Similarly, Oestreich uses syntax to relate to a wide range of readers, making more readers feel similar to how he felt viewing this concert. The use of short simple sentences for the most part lets readers understand his point, but the insertion of the occasional complex sentence keeps the article at a more sophisticated level. Also, the use the names of the pieces helps Oestreich to sound more knowledgeable about the topic, and it also helps readers to understand what he is saying.
Through the use of diction, details, and syntax, Oestreich manages to create an interesting yet accessible article that creates a positive feel for the music of the New York Philharmonic.
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