John Cage/His Impact on Music
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An 11 page research paper that discusses the career and contributions of composer John Cage, whose impact on electronic and experimental music has been substantial. Particularly during the 1940s, his experimental works pointed contemporary art music in new directions, while also exerting a significant influence on a variety of "avant-garde composers," both in the US and abroad (Machlis 632). Examination of Cage's music shows a consistent move toward more extreme experimentation, while also developing his own musical style and vocabulary. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: khimcage.rtf

Josquin/Monteverdi & Bach/Handel
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A 5 page research paper that, first of all, compares the music of Josquin des Prez and Claudio Monteverdi, and then looks at the careers of later Baroque artists, Bach and Handel. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: khbarmus1.rtf

Kabuki Music
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of kabuki music. The instruments are described and the history of this form is included. Kabuki theatre is touched on as well. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA116kab.doc

Karl King/Trumpet Music
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A 3 page research paper/essay that analyzes 2 composition by turn-of-the twentieth century composer Karl L. King (1891-1971), an American composer famous for his march music (Karl King). A self-taught musician, King began his career playing in and directing circus bands (Karl King). During this long career, he wrote and published more than 300 works, which includes 188 marches. A contemporary of the "March King," John Philip Sousa, it should be noted that King out-wrote Sousa by over 50 marches (Karl King). Some scholars have argued that it was the superb musicality of King's compositions that limited his success compared to Sousa (Karl King). This examination of his compositions, A Trumpeter's Prayer contrasted against Emblem of Freedom, indicates the scope of his considerable musical talent as these are two very different compositions. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: khkking.rtf

Kate Chopin's The Story of an Hour and Natalie Merchant
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A 3 page paper which examines Kate Chopin's short story "The Story of an Hour" and discusses it in relationship to the song "These Are Days You'll Remember" by Natalie Merchant. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAntmch.rtf

Keyboard Instruments/16th Century
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A 9 page research paper that discusses the manner in which the clavichord, harpsichord and organ were used in sixteenth century music. Typically, when one thinks of the history of keyboard music, the era recalled is the Baroque and the career of J.S. Bach. While the three most significant keyboard instruments of the Baroque era were the clavichord, harpsichord and organ, these instruments' origins considerably predate the age of Bach and were also very important to music during the sixteenth century. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: kh16key.rtf

Korean Jazz
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This 7 page paper discusses jazz in Korea in general; how paraxial music education could be used to develop school curricula; and how it impacts jazz itself. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: HVKorJaz.rtf

La Musique Concrete
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A 9 page research paper on Musique Concrete (Concrete Music) -- a genre created using recordings of pre-existing sound material, usually not instrumental nor electronic in origin. Concrete Music was pioneered by Pierre Schaeffer and Pierre Henry in the 1940's and can very well be regarded as the predecessor of modern "noise" music. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Musiconc.wps

La Sonnambula
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( 5 pp) La Sonnambula (1831)is one of Vincenzio Bellini's (1801-1835)top three operas among the listening audience, and in tone is certainly the most light-hearted. This is not to cancel in any way the vocal pyro-technics of the bel canto tradition, which appears in this performance. The performers are not power-driven, as one might find on larger stages, but complement this simple story, and yet maintain a liveliness that is true to the more dramatic nuances of Bellini's other works.
Filename: BBsonnmb.doc

Latin Music Analysis
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A 5 page paper which examines how Latin music has been influenced by jazz. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: TGlatjaz.rtf

Led Zeppelin: Its Influences and Consequences Regarding Ethnicity, Gender, and Society
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A 9 page paper which examines how the legendary rock band represented a reaction to the turbulent 1960s as a ‘dazed and confused’ generation alternated between apathy and excess. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TGledzep.rtf

Legally Downloaded Music
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A 3 page paper which examines the controversy surrounding downloading music from the Internet, discusses recent court rulings and mandates, and considers how the music industry will benefit from legally downloaded music. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TGlegmusic.rtf

LEISURE ACTIVITY, MUSIC AND RESEARCH
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This 7-page paper focuses on house/dance music, its history, its current status, some information about demographics, and its evolution. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: MTleimus.rtf

Leonard Bernstein
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A 3 page research paper that discusses the career of Leonard Bernstein, who was one of America’s most renowned composer/conductors. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: khleob.rtf

Leos Janacek
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A 7 page paper that discusses some important aspects of Leos Janacek's life in relationship to his success as a composer. From a childhood spent in a monastery singing in the choir, to an adulthood where he fell passionately in love with an opera star, many events lent themselves to the creative process that made Leos Janacek who he was. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: RAleos.wps

Lerner and Lowe's Brigadoon
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A 3 page essay that offers suggestions to a student on how to analyze a video of this production, in regards to the music. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: khllbrig.rtf

Leroi Jones/ Blues People
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A 3 page analysis of Blues People: Negro Music in White America by Leroi Jones. This book is a comprehensive and highly readable account that traces the birth and development of African American music and the considerable effect that it has had on white mainstream culture. No additional sources cited.
Filename: 99bluesp.rtf

Life and Work of Frederick Chopin
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This 5 page report discusses Frιdιric Franηois Chopin, (1810-49), Polish composer and pianist of the romantic school, regarded by some as the greatest of all composers of music for the piano. The music he provided the Western world has served as some of the most soulful of all piano music and while his mazurkas are some of the most joyful renditions of folk music in a classical framework. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BWchopin.rtf

Los Tigres del Norte: Music from San Jose, California
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A 6 page paper which looks at the musical group Los Tigres del Norte from San Jose, California. The paper examines the music as it relates to the culture of the group and San Jose, examining the group’s evolution and future. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAtigres.rtf

Louis Armstrong/American Musical Genius
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An 8 page research paper that focuses on the career of Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong. The writer argues that because Armstrong, almost single-handedly, remodeled jazz, which is something that had tremendous consequences because this affected all of the music that came afterward – making Armstrong one of the most influential musicians of the twentieth century. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khsatch.wps

Lute in Renaissance Music
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A 3 page research paper that discusses the lute as used in Renaissance music. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khlute.rtf

Lyric Essay: Experiencing "Il Barbiere di Siviglia" ("The Barber of Seville")
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This 4 page paper is a lyric essay describing the experience of seeing a performance of the Donizetti opera, "Il Barbiere di Siviglia" ("The Barber of Seville").
Filename: HVLyrEss.rtf

Madonna & Contemporary Culture
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A 10 page research paper on Madonna as a cultural symbol. The writer describes Madonna as a cultural image, how she reflects women's rights, rebellion, and sexuality, and what she says about our culture. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Madonna.wps

Madonna’s Controversial “Immaculate Collection”
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A 6 page paper which examines how this musical collection brought Madonna to the forefront of popular music as well as the forefront of national controversy; the artificial and self-gaining/motivating lyrical messages found in songs like “Material Girl,” “Like a Virgin,” and “Vogue;” how Madonna became a household name and fixture on MTV; and how controversial messages are being developed through the new mass media of MTV and its imitators. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: TGmadonna.rtf

Mainstream Society, Underground Music, and African American Culture
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In five pages this paper examines the concept of underground music as it relates to African American culture and urban history with go-go music and soul among the topics of discussion. Four sources are cited in the bibliography.
Filename: TGundrground.rtf

Major vs. Independent Record Labels
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A 9 page paper weighing whether to sign with a major record label or an independent one. When opportunities to record with any label – as opposed to self-recording and self-promoting recordings – arise, artists must decide which path can benefit them most. Reaching this decision requires attention to several factors, not the least of which is the artist’s ultimate goal. Is it to be widely known as a result of having several hits that gain significant radio airplay and sell many copies of recordings? If so, then the major label likely will be better suited to the artist. If the artist’s ultimate goal is merely to further the type of music to which s/he is dedicated and can do so without preconceived ideas of the financial rewards that may result, then the independent label may be the best choice. Further, there are control issues to consider as well. Includes a letter of transmittal and an executive summary. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KSmktgMusicRecL.rtf

Mamma Mia
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A 3 page paper on the recent Broadway production, “Mamma Mia.” Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RAmmia.rtf

Manhattan Transfer
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A 5 page research paper that focuses on the famous a cappella group and their music. The writer gives the group's history and describes a typical concert. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Mtransfer.wps

Mariah Carey/Influence in Pop Music
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A 5 page research paper on the 1990s diva of popular music‹Mariah Carey. The writer explores Carey's history, her popularity, t he tendency of the press to focus on her personal life, and her general influence in popular music. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: 99carey.rtf

Marilyn Manson and Freedom
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An 8 page paper discussing the rock star Marilyn Manson in relationship to freedoms inherent in the first amendment. Many people are incredibly upset with popular stars such as Marilyn Manson due to their professed religious beliefs that differ from the norm, and therefor attract many of today's youth, who are drawn to the rebellious and unique. There are always attempts to ban such music performers, due to their apparent influence, but we have the right to free speech in this country and as such, artists such as Manson should be allowed to perform as they wish. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: RAmanson.wps

Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights Music of the 1960s
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A 5 page paper which examines the work of Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights music of the 1960s. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: RAkngmsc.rtf

Mass Media: Description And Analysis Of Habits
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5 pages in length. Mass media represent different things to different people. For some, the aspect of television means the epitome of rest and relaxation; for others, print media such as magazines and newspapers reflect a combination of entertainment and current events; while still others relate to music as though it were another world entirely where they can become lost within its pleasure. Clearly, the manner by which people use mass media are as divergent as the individuals themselves. No bibliography.
Filename: TLCmassM.wps

Meaning of Music/Classical v. Romantic
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A 6 page research paper that contrasts and compares the music of the classic and romantic periods. The writer discusses how the boundaries of these eras are imprecise, but also outlines the general characteristics of each era and how they are differentiated, concentrating on the music of Haydn, Beethoven and Wagner. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: khclro.rtf

Medieval Christianity: Music and Sculptures
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A 6 page paper which examines how the Medieval philosophy of Christianity influenced music and sculpture of the time period. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: RAmemus.rtf

Messiaen/Quartet for the End of Time
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A 15 page research paper that offers musical analysis of Oliver Messiaen's most famous work, Quatuor pour la fin du Temps (Quartet for the End of Time). This report particularly focuses on the sixth movement of this eight-movement quartet, which is quite distinctive rhythmically and exemplifies Messiaen's treatment of rhythm. The writer argues that the first two measures of this movement offer a rhythmic motive that provides the basis for the rest of the movement. Through repetition, added rhythmic values, augmentation and subtraction, virtually every rhythmic idea in the remainder of the movement evolves from these two measures. Before addressing the sixth movement directly, however, in order to explore how Messiaen accomplishes this remarkable development, the writer discusses the movement in relation to the rest of the work and briefly looks at his background. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: khmesfin.rtf

Mexican Sones
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5 pages in length. Mariachi music is as much of Mexican heritage as is the overall cultural mystique that surrounds its haunting melodies. The various sones typically associated with this particular type of music is what separates – sometimes almost indistinguishably – the unique musical attributes that each son projects. Realizing the subtle differences between such sones as huasteco, jalisciense and jarocho provides the student with a significantly better understanding with regard to the history of Mexican music. No bibliography.
Filename: TLCMxSon.rtf

Miles Davis and His Influence on Jazz:
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This 11 page paper discusses the extraordinary life of Miles Davis and his impact upon Jazz. This paper highlights the many notable achievements of Davis' career as well as the unique elements of his music which contributed to his success. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: GSJazz12.rtf

Modern Musicals and Theater Perspectives
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This 10 page report discusses four separate modern theater works -- “Dracul -- The Musical,” “Ragtime -- The Musical,” “Blood Brothers -- The Musical,” and “Eye of the Storm.” Each report presents a brief overview of the production and discusses the perspectives of theater that each is most directly related to. No additional sources listed.
Filename: BWdracul.wps

Modern Operas/Tommy & Billy Budd
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A 3 page research paper that briefly discusses the rock opera Tommy by The Who and Billy Budd by Benjamin Britten. The writer discusses the plots and the motivation of the composers in their particular eras. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: khtombb.rtf

Modern Song Lyrics Analyzed / Conflict Theory
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Bush's 1994 release "Machinehead" is analyzed in its relationship to conflict theory. Conflict theory is discussed as seen by sociologists Marx and Weber as well as later contributors such as Mead and Goffman. The focus of the 5 page paper is on the song itself and its exemplification of sociological theory. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Confthe.wps

Monet & Debussy/Reaction to their Work
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A 5 page essay that records the writer's reactions to Claude Monet's painting "Garden at Sainte-Adresse" and Claude Debussy's music "Claire de Lune." The writer discusses how, in both cases, the construction of their work creates a specific "impression" in the mind of the viewer/listener, and the writer posits that this objective is obtained by subtly altering standards in their respective arts that previously had been considered immutable. No sources cited.
Filename: khmondeb.rtf

Montessori Educational Method and the Importance of Music Activities
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A 10 page discussion of the value of incorporating music activities into classroom activities. Reviews the theories of Maria Montessori and applies these theories to the contemporary classroom. Uses comparative observations in two mixed-age classrooms to conclude that students with regular exposure to activities such as singing games have a better command of language and can even overcome shyness. Uses the literature in cognitive development to explain these observations. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: PPedMusi.wps

Monteverdi, Handel and Baroque Opera
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A 5 page research paper that contrasts and compares the music of Monteverdi and Handel and their innovations with the context of Baroque music, with a particular focus on opera. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: khmohanq.rtf

Monteverdi’s Orfeo
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A 10 page research paper that discusses Monteverdi’s opera Orfeo, whose full title is La Favola d’Orfeo (The Legend of Orpheus), is recognized as one of the earliest operas. It was composed by Claudio Monteverdi, with a libretto by Alessandro Striggio, and debuted at the annual carnival of the city of Mantua in 1607. The writer summarizes the plot, but concentrates on offering musical analysis. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: khorfeo.rtf

Movie Music Analysis
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A 4 page research paper that discusses and analyzes the effects of music in three films: Psycho, Jurassic Park and the Harry Potter movies. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khmovmu3.rtf