[SamAdams76]

The music of Wagner is definitely an "acquired" taste. For decades, I was turned off by it, other than the "Ride of the Valkries" as depicted in the Apocalypse Now movie. It just seemed so dense and heavy and associated with "fat ladies in helmets" singing.

I think this is where the expression "when the fat lady sings" originates from.

Only later in life did I come to appreciate Wagner's music. It does require a lot of patience and a willingness to LISTEN and let yourself be absorbed into it. But once it gets its hooks into you, you will love it.

[SamAdams76]

Nearly three years later I will have to agree myself. Why just last night, I was listening to Wagner's Greatest Hits and I must say I am the better for it.