tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8060605.post-91504713991025615682006-12-25T20:38:00.000Z2006-12-25T20:38:00.000ZExcellent article; still, we may be just observing an intensification of a trend, by which music production is now in the hands of the agencies themselves, who can join authentic musical talent and extensive marketing resources to the institutions represented by said artists to generate their own projects. They take advantage of a synergy already in place. Two things come to mind. Does this mean that--given the powerful marketing tools at their disposal-- the public will be led to perceive these artists as the only ones worth admiring? It is clear that with such resources, the artists of Askonas Holt, beyond their widely recognized gifts, also have access to the best opportunities to use them. Is there an alternative in a more democratic, internet-based or community driven appreciation of a wider circle or musicians? Either way, the critics need to be more independent than ever--not only in terms of source of payment but also from marketing persuasions-- and music education must reach all, because in the end, it is the musical quality that counts, no matter who produces the event.CARMENhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00251608265760720902noreply@blogger.com