Many an evening out was spent making sure I exposed this very expensive timepiece as frequently as possible.

WSJ: The March of Time

For many, an evening spent at home watching a film is already a special experience with its own rituals.

ECONOMIST: Who needs it?

If, on the other hand, you've heard "The Four Seasons" a few dozen too many times for your own good, then spending an evening with "Recomposed by Max Richter" might just have the welcome effect of reopening your ears to a time-honored classic whose beauties have been dulled by excessive repetition.

WSJ: Tuning Up a Masterpiece | Sightings by Terry Teachout