Another month down. There's only thirteen days of class left for me this semester, since I only do things on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Pretty soon I need to start studying for the comprehensive exams, which are being offered in one week's time. I think the biggest part of that will just be refreshing my memory on terms and biographies.

The New Music Ensemble performed last night (two pieces by Schwantner and Crumb). It was refreshing to hear performances that were obviously well-prepared and articulate, rather than the usual "throw everything together for a three day festival of crap".