As part of your study, some of you will be attending "Classical" concerts—some of you, for the first time. Although you may be unfamiliar with proper concert behavior, relax! For the most part, the practice of good concert etiquette is nothing more than an exercise in common courtesy. In an article entitled "Behavior Among Music Lovers," the well-known syndicated columnist Miss Manners commented on inexcusable, voluntary actions by some concert-goers, which can ruin other people's enjoyment of the performance. These undesirable actions include:
