Category: Music

ASSIGNMENT: REVERB AS AN INSTRUMENT Clear your mind and listen to this song Daniel from Bat For Lashes (stage name for artist Natasha Khan), then answer the questions below. Make sure your phone is off, take a couple extra breaths, and get settled in before you begin. What were your emotional responses to this record?…

In 400-600 words (total), write a thesis-driven essay (not bullet point style!) that addresses the following and is structured in this manner: First paragraph: In your own words, explain what your understanding of participatory performance is and its importance in your life. Don’t forget to start with a strong thesis statement and introduction! Second paragraph:…

Prepare a 4-page research paper based on one of the two topics released to you under Assignments, labeled Topics for Paper #2: Research Paper. The assignment is worth 100 points. Read additional information on the Final Stage provided in the link below and review the requirements for citations. Check the Course Schedule for the availability…

Answer the questions about Benny Goodman using the text, lectures, Swing Era Video Documentary, and NPR audio profiles. The links for the audio profiles are listed below. Include the corresponding question before each answer in your document.

1. Pick a social topic that both interests you and relates to music in some way – Please note that you cannot pick a topic that is named in the textbook chapter titles that we will cover this semester (Spirituality, Ethnicity, Gender, etc.) – Moods and emotions do not qualify as social topics for this…

In an essay of at least three pages, present and defend a clearly articulated thesis regarding the cultural significance and meaning of a musical work in the classical tradition. The essay should examine one of the following works: 1. Dvorak: String quartet in F major, Op. 96 ( American) 2. Chen/He: Butterfly Lover Violin Concerto…

I need an 18 page paper on the Piano Concerto #2 of Johannes Brahms. It needs to have a general theory analysis, as well as a general compositional form structure for all 4 movements. 10 citation sources are needed. It needs to be written by someone who knows music.

Required listening: Rebecca Saunders – dust (2017/18) On your own, do some light background research on the composer of the piece that you select. In combination with what you’ve learned in this course and with your personal research, write an informal review of the piece with your own personal reflection on how this piece relates…

Introduction – (30 points) Introduce your paper topic, including basic background information, and a thesis statement. This can include anecdotal experience if you wish, as long as your paper supports your topic idea with qualitative research. Objective Description of the Topic (FACTS) – (200 points) This is the bulk of your paper, and you should…

For this assignment you will pick a song or piece to analyze. This can be any piece you like as you will use it to write a 500-word minimum analysis paper. You must discuss the style, form, instrumentation, tone colors, harmonies, etc. as well as any biographical and cultural context you deem appropriate. Refer to…