I really like Ravel's Bolero http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bol%C3%A9ro and some years ago purchased "Ravel's Greatest Hit: The Ultimate Bolero" https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/ravels-greatest-hit-ultimate/id255027657 I know some musical snobs who would tell me that "Bolero" is boring and has no interest for the refined musical listener.
Well, I am not the refined music listener. I like the repetition of the piece. I like monotony of the piece when I am trying to relax. I like the monotony of the piece when I reading, or writing. I like the monotony of the piece when I am just being.
I think the kind of soothing monotony that is Bolero is an important addition to the world of culture and art. And a statement about how we live our lives.
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