Exploring Handel's Music with Daria van den Bercken

Daria van den Bercken shares her unique experiences of playing Handel's music in unconventional settings, such as flying over crowds in Brazil and driving through Amsterdam. She describes her discovery of Handel's keyboard works and the contrasting emotions they evoke. Daria emphasizes the openness of young children to music and the impact of external opinions as they grow older. She invites listeners to experience music with wonder and without prejudice, concluding with a performance of Handel's 'Chaconne in G Major.'

What was one of the unique settings where Daria van den Bercken performed Handel's music?

• Flying over a crowd in Brazil

• On a boat

• In a forest

• In a concert hall

What inspired Daria to start performing Handel's music in unconventional ways?

• A suggestion from a friend

• A music competition

• A dream she had

• Her discovery of Handel's keyboard works

What was Daria's initial reaction upon discovering Handel's keyboard works?

• She was disappointed

• She was surprised and amazed

• She was confused

• She was indifferent

What contrasting emotions did Daria experience while playing Handel's music?

• Fear and excitement

• Melancholy and energy

• Joy and sadness

• Calmness and anxiety

What does Daria consider vital human expressions in music?

• Rhythm and melody

• Harmony and dissonance

• Tempo and dynamics

• Melancholy and energy

How do younger children typically respond to Daria's music performances?

• They are indifferent

• They are open and willing to listen

• They are confused

• They are bored

What challenge does Daria face when performing for older children?

• The complexity of the music becomes an issue

• They are not interested in classical music

• They prefer pop music

• They are too noisy

What does Daria believe is important when listening to music?

• Listening with a sense of wonder

• Analyzing the technical aspects

• Focusing on the lyrics

• Comparing it to other genres

Why does Daria perform music in various settings like the street and online?

• To practice her performance skills

• To avoid concert hall fees

• To compete with other musicians

• To reach a wider audience

What does Daria hope to achieve by inviting people to listen to music without prejudice?

• To teach music theory

• To help people experience music with a fresh perspective

• To sell more albums

• To increase her fan base