What music one prefers

[kvchellappa]

Music is a source of relaxation and enjoyment for listeners, not a curriculum or vocation. What I like is my choice. If a large number of people listen to a musician, it is their choice. Is it right to pass any value judgment on it? If fewer people listen to another musician, is there any way we can force a larger attendance? Even when offered free, there is no increase in attendance often. It is another matter to draw attention to a musician that has not been noticed.
I enjoy what I enjoy and another does to his liking. Is there any way to say that enjoyment of X is superior to enjoyment of Y?
If someone prefers vocal to instrumental, it is a question of personal preference.
Similarly, if many do not quite get in line with a thani, it is their problem. While it is indecorous to walk out as the thani starts, is there a way to force anyone to like it?
Some comments in the forum made me think aloud on the above lines.

[VK RAMAN]

Rasikas like or dislike to one or more artists is influenced by parents, friends, proxity to concert, artists demeanor, + singing melody and bhavam. Those who listen to only certain artists are like a frog in a pond.

[Purist]

If someone prefers vocal to instrumental, it is a question of personal preference.
Similarly, if many do not quite get in line with a thani, it is their problem. While it is indecorous to walk out as the thani starts, is there a way to force anyone to like it?
Some comments in the forum made me think aloud on the above lines.

As for Thani, it largely stems from the fact a majority are ignorant of aspects of " laya ".
The max they may know what thalam is it. After keeping the beats for a small time the interest fades.
Some laya knowledge is essential to be engrossed all thro' the thani. If not they are "Thani" (meaning-
separate).