Can active participation save our attention from digital fragmentation?
In short: In an era where our attention is fractalised into tiny bits of information, how do we preserve the art of deep listening? This lecture explores whether shifting from passive consumption to active engagement can protect our musical future.
Gresham Professor of Music Tom Service examines the crisis of modern listening, noting that contemporary culture has become radically fragmented. He argues that the current state of attention is being broken down into small pieces of information, threatening our ability to engage deeply with music.
The proposed solution lies in an expanded definition of listening. Rather than passive reception, Service suggests that active, participative, and engaged listening may be the key to navigating our digital future and preserving the integrity of musical experience.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: Digital Listening - Tom Service
- Also: Digital Listening: The Future of Music in the Age of Digital Fragmentation
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