In thinking about the choice of title “musical chairs” I like the idea for a different reason.
Right now, much of what drives the litvishe shidduch market is the fear factor (I might not get married if a don’t dress a certain way… I may not get dates if a fess up to a certain non-conventional ideal which I believe in… all the good boys are going quick, so I better take the 1st one that askes, even though as things stand now, this one shows no indication of being able to support his family, ect)
In an open contest (which is necessary to play musical chairs) the most nimble players would win. Not yichus, not money. Your own abilities, your own talents would assure you a fair shot. And, before you enter the ring, you could see who the players are and decide if you want to try this round or look for another where you think you’ll find folks more similar to you (or at least how you see yourself)
And if this idea sounds familiar, it is. Its called a singles weekend. Pehaps not the right venue for 18-21 year olds (or 25 year old who can only relate to 18-21 year olds), who want others to do their homework for them, and are prepared to settle for whatever the market allocates them. But for young adults who have the confidence to earn their own rewards, this is an idea whose time has come (again)