That just made me howl with irreverent laughter. Did Eno use his Oblique Strategies, do you think?
[quote]* Use an old idea.
- State the problem in words as clearly as possible.
- Only one element of each kind.
- What would your closest friend do?
- What to increase? What to reduce?
- Are there sections? Consider transitions.
- Try faking it!
- Honour thy error as a hidden intention.
- Ask your body.
- Work at a different speed.[/quote]
(One or two have worked for me, though, I must admit.)
Now, an evening of listening to Bowie. I may raise the odd glass.