Beethoven/Analysis of 4 Works
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A 20 page research paper that discusses the historical circumstances and presents a musical analysis of four works: Opus 10, No 1, Opus 13 (the Pathetique), Opus 111 and the C Minor Variations. The writer argues that these works have a similar thrust due to their common feature of having as their home key C-minor. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Beethoven/comparing Moonlight & Ode to Joy
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A 5 page research paper that examines Ludwig Van Beethoven's piano sonata in C-sharp minor, which is better known as the "Moonlight" Sonata, and his chorale finale to the his Ninth Symphony. The writer argues that these works represent very different eras in musical history. After first describing the similarities and differences that are readily discernible, the writer looks at the history of the classical and romantic periods in musical history and how each work is related to the era in which Beethoven wrote it, reflecting personal, as well as contemporary influences. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Beethoven/Comparing Op. 27 No. 1 and No. 2
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A 5 page research paper that contrasts and compares Beethoven's Piano Sonatas Op. 27 No. 1 and Op. 27 No. 2 (The Moonlight Sonata). The writer discusses these two works in the context of the classical and romantic periods. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Beethoven/Eroica & Romanticism
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A 5 page research paper that examines the impact of Beethoven's Third Symphony, known as the "Eroica," on the music world. The classicism of the eighteenth century valued reason above the emotions, the romanticism of the eighteenth century revolted against this perspective and it was Beethoven who brought Romanticism to music with the Eroica. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Beethoven/Fifth Symphony/1st Movement
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A 5 page research paper that describes and analyzes the first movement of Beethoven's Fifth Symphony. The write argues that this is not only an exemplary example of Beethoven's expertise and style of composition, but that it also dramatizes his perspective on his own problems and humanity's place in the cosmos. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Beethoven/Immortal Beloved
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A 4 page discussion of the 1994 film Immortal Beloved (directed by Bernard Rose for Columbia Pictures), which speculates on the personal life of composer Ludwig van Beethoven. The primary focus of the paper however is on two scenes from the film, one that features Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata and another which features the "Ode to Joy." The writer offers a brief musical analysis of both works within the context of the film. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Beethoven/Music as a Reflection of his Life
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A 6 page research paper that takes the form of an imaginary letter written by someone who attended the premier performance of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony on May 7, 1824. The letter not only summarizes and analyzes the work, but also relates the Ninth to the facts of Beethoven's biography and how the music reflects Beethoven's triumph over despair. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Beethoven/Sonata in E Major, Opus 109
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A 15 page research paper that offers a movement by movement musical analysis of Beethoven's Sonata in E major, opus 109. The writer briefly discusses the circumstances that prompted the composition and how it relates to other works; however, the primary emphasis on is musical analysis. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Beethoven/String Quartet in C Minor, Opus 18 No. 4
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A 6 page research paper that examines Beethoven's String Quartet in C minor, opus 18 no. 4. The writer focuses on the overall structure and key scheme of the quartet, while also looking at principal themes, phrase structure and instrumental textures. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony/An Analysis
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A 4 pages research paper that offers a detailed, analytical description of the four movements of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, which is drawn from Joseph Machlis’s text The Enjoyment of Music. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Beowulf: The Connections with Rap
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A 6 page discussion of the connection of the similarities of the epic tale of Beowulf with contemporary rap culture. Contends that, while there are no evolutionary connections between these two styles, there is a striking similarity between these two cultures even though they are separated by both time and geography. While the target of the violence and the causes and consequences of that violence is certainly different, the protagonist's braggadocio in Beowulf is a reflection of the culture of today's rappers. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Berry Gordy and Motown
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A 10 page paper which examines the world of Berry Gordy, Detroit, and Motown during the 1950s and the 1960s. The paper makes use of the books "Dancing in the Street: Motown and the Cultural Politics of Detroit" by Suzanne E. Smith, "New American Ghetto" by Camelia Vegara, and "Urban Crisis" by Thomas Sugrue. Bibliography lists 6 additional sources.
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Berry Gordy and Motown
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A 13 page paper which examines the life and achievements of Berry Gordy, the founder of Motown. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Billie Holiday
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10 pages in length. Sprung forth into a world of racial intolerance combined with a significant appreciation for music, Billie Holiday set the stage for other black artists to follow. Her gutsy vocals and equally solid physical presence established her as one of the music industry's most prominent figures. Her music was able to reach people who had heretofore not learned to appreciate the sultry sounds of jazz, which – along with such greats as Louis Armstrong -- she helped to gain acceptance into mainstream society. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Billie Holiday (1915-1959)
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A 5 page paper which examines the life, songs and legacy of this African-American jazz vocalist. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Bjork, A Musical Analysis
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A 9 page research paper that examines the career and music of the Icelandic singer/songwriter known as Bjork. The writer focuses on Bjork's considerable talent as a songwriter, her brilliance as a performer, as well as where she finds the motivation and inspiration to be constantly producing music that breaks new ground. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Black culture and outsider culture
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A nine page paper which looks at the development of African-American music and culture with particular reference to the concept of outsider culture, the way in which outsiders are defined, and the extent to which individuals can transcend the boundaries between the majority culture and subcultures. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Black Musical Hybrids.
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(5 pp) A hybrid of anything is the offspring of "genetically differing parents;" or one of "mixed origin or composition." For a change Mr. Webster is not too far off. A musical hybrid, then has a similar definition, a musical "child" of different parents. In this discussion we will examine some of those musical hybrids as well as looking at what influenced their development. People may not know about the "art" element of African American music, but that's true of the society at large. Classical music, in general, has nothing to do with the listening habits of the average American. When you combine that indifference with separatism or racism, no wonder the African American share of performances or broadcasts is considerably smaller. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Black Musical Hybrids.
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(5 pp) A hybrid of anything is the offspring of "genetically differing parents;" or one of "mixed origin or composition." For a change Mr. Webster is not too far off. A musical hybrid, then has a similar definition, a musical "child" of different parents. In this discussion we will examine some of those musical hybrids as well as looking at what influenced their development. People may not know about the "art" element of African American music, but that's true of the society at large. Classical music, in general, has nothing to do with the listening habits of the average American. When you combine that indifference, with separatism or racism, no wonder the African American share of performances or broadcasts is considerably smaller. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Blues Music vs. Country Music
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A 6 page paper analytically comparing these two styles of music. The writer details various similarities and differences in lyric and content, and includes two original songs as examples in an appendix.
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Blues Traveler / Music And Society
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A 6 page paper discussing music's role in society, today, yesterday, in America and elsewhere. The main band in focus is Blues Traveler, a relatively new band, in comparison to some, that has a tremendous following, heralded by some as the next Grateful Dead. While they appear to be fairly simple individuals they are involved in issues which illustrate how music collides with society in many ways. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Bob Dylan -- the Social and Musical Evolution of Folk Music to “Folk-Rock”
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This 8 page report discusses singer and songwriter Bob Dylan and is role as one of the major figures in American folk and rock music. It is important to understand that Dylan came to prominence in the midst of truly significant social, political, and ideological change in the United States. One critic wrote in 1998 that: “Bob Dylan couldn't wait for the music to change. He couldn't be only part of the change. He was the change itself. Unlike other songwriters who voiced their politics through their music, Dylan garnered widespread popularity as his words seemed to echo the sentiments of teens of thousands of thousands of the young “rebels” of the 1960s. He was thought of as both a musical and political visionary and apparently viewed himself in equally epic proportions. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Bob Dylan and His 1965 Song Highway 61 Revisited
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In four pages this paper offers a brief biography of Bob Dylan and considers the lyrics of his 1965 song, Highway 61 Revisited in terms of meaning and context. Five sources are cited in the bibliography.
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Bob Marley
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This 6 page paper provides biographical information of the infamous singer. Many areas are discussed including a history of his career, his impact on the music world and his political ideas. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Bob Marley and Redemption Song
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A 5 page examination and analysis of Bob Marley and his song/poem Redemption Song. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Bob Marley/"I Shot the Sheriff"
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A 3 page essay that discusses the lyrics to this Marley classic. The writer offers a brief biographical introduction and then explicates the meaning of the lyrics and their relevance. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Boulez & Stockhausen/12-tone Music
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A 7 page research paper that analyzes two works: one by Karlheinz Stockhausen and one by Pierre Boulez. These two twentieth century composers are acknowledged masters of the 12-tone school. The writer offers analysis of how each work is constructed, the principles involved and the underlying techniques. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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BP Fallon's Interview with U2: "One But Not The Same"
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5 pages in length. Sometimes the simplest questions are the most telling, as BP Fallon found out in his interview with the musical group U2. His article entitled "One But Not The Same" delves deep into the psyche of Bono, Edge, Larry and Adam, the four primary players who have made U2 a musical icon. That Fallon steps away from traditional interview queries opens an entirely new aspect of information retrieval, inasmuch as celebrity personalities are often difficult to crack. This approach, however, remains simplistic in its structure yet reaches far within each man's personal realm. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Brazilian Samba Music
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A 3 page essay on Brazilian Samba. The writer describes the music, concentrating on its evolution and history. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Brian Eno/Ambient Music
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A 6 page research paper that examines the techniques and philosophy behind the genre of music that Brian Eno invented in the 1970s. The writer argues that this music, ambient music, was decades ahead of its time and evaluates its form and significance. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Brian Ward’s “Just My Soul Responding: Rhythm and Blues, Black Consciousness and Race Relations”
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This 6 page report discusses Brian Ward’s 1998 book that looks at forty years of Black music in America and the ways in which its development paralleled that of the political and civil rights movements of the times. Ward makes the point that it was Rhythm and Blues that became the first musical genre to successfully permeate white American culture. As a cultural historian, Ward is able to eloquently present a number of fascinating correlations between white admiration for black music (and culture) and how it related to and still relates to racial inequalities. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Bruce Springsteen
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This 6 page paper provides an overview of the life and times of this rock and roll legend. The connection with his New Jersey home town is emphasized. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Burning CDs/Ethical Issues
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A 3 page research paper/essay that analyzes the ethical issues involved in downloading music illegally from the Internet or burning an illegal copy of a CD obtained from a friend. Utilitarian and deontological positions are discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Calypso
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This 5 page paper examines the social and cultural development and context of calypso music from the slave trade to the 20th century, as well as the style of the music. The paper traces the development and the evolution of the style, looks at the content the motivations of the musicians and then considers the patterns seen within the music. The bibliography cites 4 sources.
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Carnatic Indian Music: Tradition and Evolution
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An 8 page exploration of this traditional form of Indian music. Emphasizes that while this musical style has been exposed to a number of cultural stressors, it has not only managed to survive but to encompass a number of other musical genres as well. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Chamber Music Concert Report
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A 4 page research paper that offers a summation and analysis of a chamber music concert in which the program included Glick's Sonata for oboe and piano (1978); Martinu's quartet (1947); and Beethoven's "Archduke" trio (1811). Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Charles Ives/Religious Influences in his Music
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A 7 page research paper that explores the influence of Ives' New England background on his music. The writer discusses the influence of Transcendentalism, but concentrates on the influence of hymns on Ives' choral compositions. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Charles Mingus’ Autobiography -- “Beneath the Underdog
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His World As Composed by Mingus: This 5 page report discusses the autobiography of jazz musician Charles Mingus. Mingus takes many unexpected turns and strange detours in telling his life story, just as he did in “telling” his musical interpretations. His telling bends and molds facts to his own purposes as if they too were musical notes. The book makes the reader feel like a voyeur peering into a great mind that had the capacity to blend impulsiveness, fantasy, fact, and craziness into one package in almost equal amounts. The end result blurs the lines of what is real or not but the book makes it clear that for Mingus, at the moment of his telling it, it was real enough. No secondary sources.
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Charlie Parker’s “Lady Be Good” Compared with Miles Davis’ “Boplicity”
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This 5 page report discusses Charlie “Yardbird” Parker and Miles Davis who were (and still are), inarguably, two of the greatest performers, composers, and innovators that the American jazz world has ever experienced. Charlie Parker and his alto saxophone are considered hallmarks of the original bebop, even though the music he played repeatedly demonstrated that this was a musician following his instincts and not necessarily attempting to create or define any particular “style.” Likewise, Miles Davis created a musical realm like nothing ever before heard and like Bird, Miles unashamedly and unhesitatingly did it his way. Miles Davis played an important part in the early stages of the progressive, or “cool” jazz that dominated the jazz scene in the early 1950s. This report compares two of their works. No bibliography.
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Chinese Music: Bianzhong Bells
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A 5 page research paper that focuses on the discovery of the Bianzhong bells, a set of 64 bells that are 2,400 years old, that were unearthed during the excavation of the tomb of the Marquis Yi of Zeng in the 1970s. The writer also includes an overview of the topic of ancient Chinese music. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Chita Rivera:
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This 3 page paper explores the amazing contributions of Chita Rivera on musical theater. Rivera was a huge influence in the 1960's, and this paper delves into her many accomplishments. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Chopin & Debussy
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A 5 page research paper that compares and contrasts the Romantic era with the Impressionist, but focuses primarily on contrasting Chopin with Debussy. The Romantic and Impressionist eras in music history are quite different in their repertoires. However, an examination of the music of Impressionism, and specifically, a comparison between the piano styles of Chopin and Debussy, illustrates the connections between the Romantics and the Impressionists and shows that there were features of Romanticism that the Impressionists adopted and then emphasized rather than abandoned. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Chopin's Prelude Op. 28 No. 4 / A Comparison of the Original and Subsequent Editions
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An 10 page comparative analysis on Chopin's Prelude Op. 28 No. 4 on editions of the piece by arranger/artists Autograf, Paderewski, Augener, Allans, and Henle. The paper analyzes this piece in conjunction with phrasing, pedal and dynamic markings, tempo indicators, and several of the notes themselves. This paper also has a short discussion on critics of the time, today's critics, and a comparison of two audio discs. Bibliography lists 8 sources .
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Chopin, Pianist & Teacher
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A 5 page research paper that focuses on the career of Frederic Chopin (1810-1849), who was one of the romantic era’s most original composers, as his musical idiom was unlike any other (Machlis 84). Furthermore, he was the only major composer of this era whose genius was completely centered on the piano, as Chopin’s “imagination was wedded to the keyboard” and he created his “universe within that narrow frame” (Machlis 84). This examination of Chopin as a pianist and as a teacher demonstrates the extraordinary influence that his life and career had on subsequent generations of composers, but particularly within the realm of the piano. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Chutney Music
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This 5 page paper examines the Chutney music that is popular in Trinidad and Tobago. Local customs in respect to this music are noted. The popularity of the genre is discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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