Category: Music

Will Investigate the ways in which music reflects identity, ethnicity, and / or

Will Investigate the ways in which music reflects identity, ethnicity, and / or values using your favorite tracks or songs.

Music Performance Evaluation Guide
Directions:
1. Observe the opera in full: La

Music Performance Evaluation Guide
Directions:
1. Observe the opera in full: La Boheme (Puccini)
Format:
2. Per the rubric, you will be graded both on length and content
a. Write an   800-word review of the opera or other music performance.
b. Download/Use the Music Performance Evaluation Example to ensure correct formatting.
c. Do not change fonts, font size or margins. (Font: Times New Roman 12)

Research African- American Music and Musicians, compose a three-page paper abou

Research African- American Music and Musicians, compose a three-page paper about any African- American Musician from past history and make a connection with any current African-American Musician.

DISCUSSION 5 QUESTION :
CHOICE #1: The Romantic era was a time of dramatic chang

DISCUSSION 5 QUESTION :
CHOICE #1: The Romantic era was a time of dramatic change in the world. What general “revolutionary” influences do you recognize in the art, literature, and music of the 19th century? Cite one or two examples from the musical repertoire on your listening list associated with this module that support your argument. [Keep in mind the time frame of the Romantic era, roughly 1825-1900.]  
Remember to place your name and word count in the proper place – refer to the instructions thread in the discussion forums. Label your response as either to #1.
Review the “Module 5” file to get the listening citations

FINAL PROJECT
250 points and 20% of your final grade
***CONSULT YOUR SYLLABUS FO

FINAL PROJECT
250 points and 20% of your final grade
***CONSULT YOUR SYLLABUS FOR THE DUE DATE AND TIME***
For your final work in this course, craft a large essay using the following criteria:
Prepare:
Pick a topic studied in our course you found thought-provoking. This may be a general topic, genre, composer, etc.
Research your topic using our textbook, online and other print sources and gather interesting points and ideas to use in your essay.
Find at least one concert (full length concert; not excerpts from a concert) that you watch in person or online to exemplify your topic or a point within your topic.
Structure your essay as follows:
●     A minimum of 3 pages to a maximum of 5 pages (points will be deducted for going below or above these page limits)
○     Times New Roman 12 pt font
○     Double spaced
○     Normal margins
○     Bibliography (any format style, but be consistent); aka, Works Cited page
The bibliography is an additional page and not included in the 3-5 page range for this project.
Choosing your topic:
●     Topic Ideas:
○     Festival (e.g., Woodstock)
○     Tour (e.g., The Police’s 1984 Synchronicity Tour)
○     A concept of cultural significance that you found interesting during the course (e.g., Tin Pan Alley)
○    The list above are just ideas. You may choose something different. If you have another idea but are unsure
if it is significant enough for this report, email me BEFORE you start your research.
●     Choose a topic for which you will be able to find at least four sources:
○     You must include in your report a clickable link to a concert(s) you watch online. If you watch a concert in person, include the date and location of the concert in your works cited (must be during this course) and include an image of your ticket.
○     Something written about people, cultural impact, groups, etc. related to your topic (book, magazine, etc.).
○    Clickable links to interviews with the artists.
○     Your notes from an interview with someone who has personal knowledge of the topic. (An attendee at a concert, a band member, a journalist, etc.)
Note: Other than the concert you watch (which is specifically required), the list above includes suggestions of what may make up your four sources. Depending on your topic, you may find other types of sources that are appropriate.

2000 Word Paper (about eight pages excluding the cover and works cited pages). I

2000 Word Paper (about eight pages excluding the cover and works cited pages). I made the title kinda generic so you have more to work with. Essay can be about anything that has to do with country music, the history of it, the music capital of the world (Nashville), analysis on the artists and lyrics and what makes this music genre so special. 

This project introduces the practical steps to register your copyrights with per

This project introduces the practical steps to register your copyrights with performing rights organizations (PROs), and how your song may receive Synch Royalties and Youtube Royalties. A PRO is essential for music copyright holders, because they collect and distribute performance royalties on behalf of songwriters, composers, and music publishers. By the end of this project, you will be able to submit your copyrights with a Performing Rights Organization.
The following is based on the premise that you and a friend Amy create a hit song and want to publish and or distribute it to the world to make money.
Answer the following questions 1-11 on a word doc. (With the questions included)
Please refer to the attachment screenshot for instructions.

DISCUSSION 5 QUESTION :
CHOICE #1: The Romantic era was a time of dramatic chang

DISCUSSION 5 QUESTION :
CHOICE #1: The Romantic era was a time of dramatic change in the world. What general “revolutionary” influences do you recognize in the art, literature, and music of the 19th century? Cite one or two examples from the musical repertoire on your listening list associated with this module that support your argument. [Keep in mind the time frame of the Romantic era, roughly 1825-1900.]  
Remember to place your name and word count in the proper place – refer to the instructions thread in the discussion forums. Label your response as either to #1.
Review the “Module 5” file to get the listening citations

What to Include in Your Review
You should begin by describing the concert “as a

What to Include in Your Review
You should begin by describing the concert “as a whole,” in other words, your general impression of
the performance. You should mention whether the group is professional, or a community group
made up of students and amateurs. For example, the PC Jazz Ensemble is a community group.
PC’s ensembles are comprised of students, amateurs and professional musicians. Groups that play
in restaurants/clubs such as Café 290 or Venkman’s are usually professional. If you choose an
online video performance, it must be from the list I have provided on iCollege. You may NOT
review a video that isn’t on this list.
Introductory material must include the following:
This information should be included on a title page for your review.
Individual Tunes or Pieces
It is best to list several individual works (also referred to as songs, pieces, compositions or tunes)
and describe them in detail.
The following points should be included:
 Names of at least five to eight (5-8) pieces that were performed. If you are reviewing a
shorter video performance, then describe at least three-five (3-5) pieces. Use separate
paragraph for each song (title) discussed. Titles of songs are required*.
 Names of songs should be CAPITALIZED (first letter of each word) and in Italics or such as
The Nearness of You.
 Which historical style-does the piece fit into any of the style categories studied in class,
such as New Orleans, big band swing, bebop, cool, hard bop, modal, progressive, fusion,
etc. If you are not certain, it’s okay, just indicate what it seems to be based on what you
learned in class.
 Musical forms-is it a “12-bar blues” or “32-bar song” (AABA) or some other form. If you
are not sure, then say what you believe the form to be, or that you don’t know the form.
• Your name: _______________________
• Course and section no.: Indicated on your syllabus (for example MUA 1500-004, 006, etc.)
• Your instructor’s name: Greg McLean
• Name of the performing group: ________________________________________
• Date and location of the performance: __________________________________
• For live performances include start time and end time of the concert (must include both):
__________________
• Instruments or voices featured in the performance:
Jazz Ensemble indicate “big band” (12-20 players) or “combo” (2-8 players)
For combos list individual instruments. You do not need to list all of the instruments for a big
band performance. You must list all of the players names if possible.
• Papers that do not include all of this information will automatically
have ten points deducted from the review grade.
MUA 1500 “Guidelines for Writing Jazz Performance Reviews” pg. 3
 Memorable features. Did you notice anything about the tempo, rhythm, melody, texture,
harmony? Was the tempo fast, slow, moderate, or did the tempo change. What about tone
color? Were less common instruments used like flugelhorn, flute or soprano sax? Did brass
players use mutes? Did musicians play more than one instrument (known as doubling)?
 Musical Influences-do the performers demonstrate influence by other well-known jazz
artists, current or past?
When you compose your review use good grammar, spelling and syntax. Be sure that your
ideas are stated clearly. Use the same procedure you would for any English composition class.
Try to apply terms used in class but remember you do not need to define the terms in your
paper. You can assume the instructor knows how the terms are defined. Try to use terms in the
proper context. If you are uncertain as to a definition, ask your instructor or refer back to course
materials.
Make an effort to use a more journalistic style of writing. Do not try to be flamboyant or cute.
For ideas on how to write your reviews, read online articles about jazz performances Also, look
for reviews of concerts written in the newspaper or a magazine such as Downbeat to get some
ideas. Have fun with the assignment. Basically, your review should describe the music so the
reader will feel as though he or she attended the concert.
In order to receive a satisfactory grade for your reviews the guidelines listed above should be
followed. In general, to receive an “A” you must include as much detail as possible about the
performance you heard. Pick a minimum of five (5) separate pieces and write about them.
Include titles of pieces. Be specific!
It is recommended that you do not wait until the end of the term to witness a performance.
It is best to have some background knowledge of jazz before trying to compose your review.
Also, it is best to write your reviews as soon as possible after you hear a concert so you will
remember more about the music. This is another reason to take notes during the performance if
possible. This is more challenging during a live performance but is still achievable. Remember,
you will not be allowed to record audio or video of any live performance at Perimeter College or
Georgia State University due to strict copyright laws. Still photos are allowed before and after the
performance only and no flash pictures are allowed, period
Video of for the performance review is Monterey Jazz Festival on Tour listed on youtube.

video : https://vimeo.com/295528369
The film was purposely shot and edited to be

video : https://vimeo.com/295528369
The film was purposely shot and edited to be “reactive” in style: spontaneous and natural. Hopefully you will feel as if you were a casual bystander, witnessing these events. Please note the songs played in the film (all songs played by the Rolling Stones unless otherwise noted), AND my comments regarding which songs are “off limits” for your post:
1. Jumpin’ Jack Flash (The Rolling Stones)
2. Satisfaction (The Rolling Stones)
3. (Wild Horses) – Great song – But don’t discuss this song. It’s not performed live – they’re listening to their studio recording in the film.
4. (Brown Sugar) – partial – Another great song – But don’t discuss this song either. It’s not performed live – they’re listening to their studio recording in the film.
5. (Love in Vain) Another great song – But don’t discuss this song either. It’s not performed live – they show slow-motion footage of the Stones in concert (probably performing another song).
6. I’ve Been Loving You Too Long (Ike & Tina Turner)
7. Honky-Tonk Woman (The Rolling Stones)
8. Street Fighting Man (The Rolling Stones) This is a great song, and a wonderful performance. However, the song is interrupted by a radio announcer who talks over the second verse and chorus. The camera footage also leaves the live performance and instead shows the preparations underway for the Altamont performance. The result is that the audio and video of this song’s performance are not consistent nor continuous. Therefore, I prefer that you don’t choose this song to analyze.
9. Six Days on the Road (The Flying Burrito Brothers)
10. The Other Side of This Life (Jefferson Airplane)
11. Sympathy for the Devil (The Rolling Stones)
12. Under My Thumb (The Rolling Stones)
13. (Street Fighting Man – Reprise) – Don’t discuss this performance of a part of their song – it’s too short.
14. (Gimme Shelter) Another great song – But don’t discuss this song either. It’s not performed live – we’re hearing their studio version while we see fans leaving the concert, and then end credits.
There are TWO PARTS to your INITIAL POST for this discussion (one thorough, well-written paragraph for each part):
Pick one song from the movie and talk about the LIVE performance (in the movie- DO NOT DISCUSS THE STUDIO VERSION). It can be one of the Stones’ songs or by one of the other performers. Discuss three of these elements: 1. Genre/style, including possible musical influences (for example: “This song in a rockabilly style has a walking acoustic bass, and a bright, clean guitar tone playing in a high register. I can hear elements of Merle Haggard’s clean country-flavored guitar fills as well as a similarity to the walking bass in Count Basie’s swing hits), 2. Rhythm (be detailed) 3. Instrumentation/Texture 4. Emotional connection w/the audience, 5. Riffs/Melodies/Hooks (counts as one), 6. Instrumental Solos (you must describe the solo, not just say that there is a solo or two in the song).
Discuss two of these topics: 1. Your observations of the youth culture of this time period (1969), 2. Your feelings regarding drug and alcohol use in performers and fans, 3. Your reaction to the tragedy that happened at Altamont and your thoughts regarding how this could have happened and what we can learn from it.