The Critic Criticized, or The Books Should Balance

By Frank Behrens
ART TIMES July/ August 2010

When I write about musical CDs and DVDs, I really balk at calling myself a critic, since that word tends to have all sorts of negative baggage. I don’t even like the word “reviewer” and try to use the word “reporter,” which has a more neutral connotation. However, when one writes a column, a conflict arises.