Your ears and mood..

Sure I've noticed a difference. If I can't relax and open up, I can't enjoy the music. Sometimes the music will relax me, but only if I'm ready for it. Sometimes I have to stop a listening session and go for a walk, or do my tax return, before I can get into music again. Since every day is different, there are days I don't do any listening at all. OTOH there are times the music sounds just sublime, and I really appreciate all the resolution and finesse it can reproduce.

My toaster is the same way. Sometimes the toast is great and I know it but I couldn't care less.

That's what aromatherapy is for.

Guess I have to agree with Tobias. If I'm really upset or agitated about something, I can't relax and listen. When things are OK...I do find I enjoy music earlier in the day rather than later - when my energy level is up. Unfortunately, due to work schedule etc most of my listening is later in the evening.

Besides the pleasure I get from listening to music, I find that it is also therapeutic and almost always comforts me after a rough day! In addition, I think that a person's mood can color most sensual perceptions.

Tobias
do you think great northern can upgrade your toaster?