Category: Music

You are not ugly, remember always that you are made beautiful no matter what. Yo

You are not ugly, remember always that you are made beautiful no matter what. You’re perfect as you think.

You may watch a concert any time during the first half of our session and then w

You may watch a concert any time during the first half of our session and then write it up before or on the due date. Concerts you have watched or attended before the start of our session cannot be used for this assignment. Instead, listen and watch through fresh ears using what we have learned about musical elements so far this session!Instructions
Part 1 (50 points):
Concert information, and either a photo of the concert, a photo of the concert program, or a URL to the concert you watched online. Concert must be at least 45 minutes in length.
Summary of who played and what they played. Observations of how the performers such as how they carried themselves, how they dressed for the concert, how they acknowledged each other and the audience.
Observations of the audience such as how did they react to the performers, their relative noise level, when did they clap, how were they generally dressed.
Opinions such as did you like the pieces played, did you like the way the performers carried themselves, and did you like how the audience behaved.
Part 2 (40 points):
Composer or performer research.Choose two composers or performers from the concert you watched and write about each including their biographical information, their musical education, and their major contributions to music.Part 3 (20 points):
ResourcesMLA format bibliography of the resources used in the composer research section.

“The Fab Four,” “The Mop Tops.” Then, we saw how “the lads” slowly changed from

“The Fab Four,” “The Mop Tops.” Then, we saw how “the lads” slowly changed from their earliest successes to their greatest triumphs to the end of the group.
After they broke up, John at first worked the hardest to destroy the Beatles mythology. Paul, of all of them, has worked the hardest to cherish, burnish, preserve, and promote their legacy. George seemed to have had the least interest in being an ex-Beatle and Ringo, by the 1970s had a successful career as a recording artist and actor, then, in his touring life, has become the cheerful ambassador of “Peace and Love.”
Regardless of all they accomplished, they never could fully be themselves; they were always seen as ex-Beatles. Sometimes, that frustrated them. Mostly, they learned to live with it. Paul eventually embraced it. John was murdered by a deranged fan. George was assaulted as he slept.
The Final Project
During their time together, the Beatles were the subject of two Cinema Verite documentaries, The Beatles 1st Visit and Let It Be. They made two narrative features, A Hard Days Night and Help. Their self-directed project, Magical Mystery Tour & the animated Yellow Submarine were released while they were still together.
We’ve seen the Beatles live on television, in promotional films, in press conferences, in interviews. Numerous documentaries.
The Beatles Anthology, broadcast in late 1995, was a look back at that time through the Beatles perspective.
Get Back offered an intense view of one month in their lives, very different from what we saw in Let It Be. You’ve heard from Michael Lindsay-Hogg, who directed all of the footage in both projects as well as the interviews with Paul and Ringo when it came out.
Part 1)In 2,000 words:
This is the centerpiece of Part 1: Discuss how the Beatles as they were seen and experienced by the public in the 1960s is different from what is in the Anthology and Get Back.
What do you think of the way the Beatles tell their story?
What do you think is significant in their story that was omitted, and why do you think it was left out?
What were the three most surprising revelations?
What did you learn about the Beatles personal relationships from the projects.
Give specific examples throughout, please.

Part 2)In 500 words: Discuss the differences and similarities in the two projects (The Anthology and Get Back) and which one you think is more authentic based on everything you’ve seen and heard throughout the course.
Part 3)In 250 words: Based on everything you saw and heard in class before you saw The Anthology and Get Back, please give three important examples of what you had learned about the Beatles in those projects that were unexpected. Be specific, please.
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Instructions and Grading
This short essay assignment is designed to help cultiv

Instructions and Grading
This short essay assignment is designed to help cultivate your listening skills as well as your writing skills. Include at least one paragraph for each of the two song selections. Address one song at a time.
You will be graded on your understanding of rhythm and the depth of your answers through thoughtfully expressed paragraphs. An example is available in the Week 2 Content Folder.
Please note that assignments change from class to class. Song selections may vary from what is discussed in the lecture video.
Submit to iLearn as a document, NOT in the comment section of the assignment.
Up to 10% will be deducted for poor grammar. Another 10% will be deducted for poor formatting and organization.

Please submit this assignment with the following information at the top of the document:
YOUR NAME
DATE
MUSC 130 – B25
ELEMENTS OF MUSIC: RHYTHM
Helpful Terminology
Beat/Pulse The “heartbeat” of a musical work, the pulse of a rhythmic sequence. The beat is usually steady and clear enough for one to bob their head along.
Rhythm A string of note values that produce a rhythmic sequence. This may be predictable and even, unpredictable and chaotic, or somewhere in between.
Tempo How fast or slow the pulse of a song is. This can be specified by BPM, or beats-per-minute, and tempo markings such as andante, grave, happily, relaxed, and a plethora more.
Arrangement Specific instrumentation (what instruments are used), tempo, solos, key signatures, etc chosen to create a song. An arrangement can be original or a cover. In this course, “arrangement” mostly refers to what instruments and/or voices (soprano, alto, tenor, or bass) are used.
A cappella A style of music that is produced using only voices. Sometimes a group is so skilled it can sound like instruments are being used, like drums, guitar, keyboard, or more. But the unique quality about a cappella music is that everything you hear is being done with the voice.
Assignment Questions
1. Listening for the Beat
What is your impression of the beat? You might describe the beat as steady or very free, or that the tempo is speeding up or slowing down.
2. Listening for Rhythm
How complex is the rhythm? What are some indicators of your answer? Use time-stamps for specificity.
Some ways of determining rhythmic complexity are:
• Identifying if the rhythm is repetitive and predictable. This is typically not a very complex rhythm and you will be able to follow along pretty easily
• Identifying if the rhythm is unpredictable. This typically indicates that it’s a more complex, irregular rhythm.
• Listening for active (short) notes versus inactive (longer, sustained) notes.

3. Rhythm within Instrumentation and Voices
Listen for the arrangement of the selections. Perhaps it’s a cappella, perhaps an instrumentation, or solo, etc. Within the arrangement, do the different parts move together or separately in terms of rhythm? Which parts are more active rhythmically than the other parts? Does it change throughout?
Back-up your answer using time-stamps.

4. Your Impression of the Music
Now, rather than focusing on just one element – rhythm – return to listening to the piece as a whole. What is your impression of the selection you are hearing? Since you may be hearing this type of music for the first time, approach your listening with an open mind.
Listening Examples
Important note: Assignment songs change from bi-term to bi-term and may not be the same as what is mentioned in the lecture video. Be sure to use the songs given below!
“Can’t Help Falling in Love” by VoicePlay

Duration: 4:41
The best Beatboxer Ever – Father VS Daughter

Duration: 3:38
Artists: Ed Cage and Nicole Paris

Researchers have found that enjoying and understanding music is distributed across several areas of the brain.

Researchers have found that enjoying and understanding music is distributed across several areas of the brain. So why do we enjoy music so much? Is it emotional, reward, or arousal-based, or is it that we are searching for structure and order? Researchers can’t be sure. This assignment will have you listening to music from a referential perspective. Maybe you’ll figure it out!
Listen to 21 different songs.
Choose the song according to the 21 Songs Table.
a. No two songs can be the same.
b. They may be in any genre or style: classical music, folk music, pop music, jazz, hip-hop, etc.
c. You may choose music both within this course and outside of this course (e.g. Pandora, Spotify, YouTube, etc.)
Complete the Daily Songs Table by providing the:
a. Name of the song
b. Name of the Composer(s)
c. Name of the Performer(s)
d. Explain why you chose that song.
e. Under Comments, use complete sentences to explain what do you liked and did not like about the song? Mention any instruments you recognize. If the song has lyrics, do you like or dislike them, and why? Be specific in your comments.
Examples: “The guitar solo is technical and intricate and that appeals to me.”
“Kim Carnes gravelly voice is like nails on a chalkboard. I can’t stand it.”
“The trumpets sound like they’re heralding a majestic king!”
“When Paul McCartney sings, ‘Yesterday, all my troubles seem so far away,’ I can really relate to that time of innocence
when I didn’t have any problems!”
Type your Assignment into the 21 Songs Table. Be sure to use complete sentences with proper spelling and grammar.
Use Microsoft Word and run a spell check/grammar check (under the “Review” menu in Word). Correct grammar and spelling will be part of your grade.

This paper is an ETHNOMUSICOLOGICAL ANALYSIS on Banda (in the United States) And

This paper is an ETHNOMUSICOLOGICAL ANALYSIS on Banda (in the United States) And Reflexivity – how do we express ourselves – is music a reflection of ourselves or do we reflect ourselves onto the music. Use the Times or Times New Roman 12-point. Margins: Left is 1 1/2 inches, top, right, and bottom 1 inch wide.
Include 2 primary sources and 2 secondary sources and a tertiary source from one of the following.(Garland Encyclopedia of World Music (STRONGLY suggested)
• Oxford Dictionary of Music (STRONGLY suggested)
• Grove Dictionary of American Music (STRONGLY suggested)
• Another MUSIC encyclopedia or dictionary (NO WIKIPEDIA)
One additional source that is a Master’s thesis or Ph.D. dissertation
One additional source that is from a newspaper
One additional source of any type

Find and submit ten (10) Web sites related to ONE instrument you’d like to resea

Find and submit ten (10) Web sites related to ONE instrument you’d like to research. You may choose from any of the instruments featured in the course. Examples of valid instruments include (but are not limited to): the oboe, the mezzo-soprano voice, and the guitar.
Your submission should include:
1)Two sites for each one of the categories listed below
2)A paragraph presenting your research in each category, as well as a brief reflection on why this instrument is your favorite
The categories are:
History and/or Manufacturers: Information about well-known makers and the instrument’s history. If you choose the voice as your instrument, concentrate on its history.
Famous Performers: Do not restrict yourself to any particular period or style. For example, if your favorite instrument is guitar, you may choose Eric Clapton and John Williams.
Famous Composers: Do not restrict yourself to any particular period or style. An example of a relevant web site is the Leonard Bernstein site. at the Library of Congress. Did Bernstein write any pieces for your favorite instrument?
Repertoire: What are the most famous pieces written for your chosen instrument? Submit a list of five famous pieces written for the instrument, and two (2) sites that were sources for the information. Here’s a site that might help: Naxos Records.
Famous Orchestras/Ensembles: Your favorite instrument will likely be part of a traditional symphony orchestra, such as the one you studied in the Orchestral Timbres class. Please submit and comment on two (2) orchestra websites. If your instrument is not part of a traditional symphony orchestra, submit and comment on two (2) ensembles that feature your chosen instrument (examples could include choirs, bands, chamber groups, etc.)

Video Link below

Watch and
develop a minimum 10 sl

Video Link below

Watch and
develop a minimum 10 slide power point presentation that shows what you’ve learned from the
documentary. Provide thorough information for each bullet point. Make your presentation is
colorful, include pictures, music, or anything you can think of to make your presentation look
good.
Below is the criteria that must be in the PowerPoint to get full credit.
Slide that includes the title of the Documentary, student’s name, course, etc.
Brief background on the artist/music
Discussion on the origins of the music
Discussion on the early originators of the music.
Who were they? What they doo of significance in advancing the music’s popularity? What years were they active?
What significant set of events made the style of music popular?
During what decade(s) was the music popular?
What are some of the most popular songs of the genre? Who recorded them? Are there any interesting facts that emerged from the song’s popularity (ex: Grammy awards, radio ranking, future covers by other artists)?
When did the music begin to decline in popularity? Why?
Who are some of the most popular male and female musicians of the genre?
What challenges/obstacles did the music/musicians face?

Researchers have found that enjoying and understanding music is distributed across several areas of the brain

Researchers have found that enjoying and understanding music is distributed across several areas of the brain. So why do we enjoy music so much? Is it emotional, reward, or arousal-based, or is it that we are searching for structure and order? Researchers can’t be sure. This assignment will have you listening to music from a referential perspective. Maybe you’ll figure it out!
Listen to 21 different songs.
Choose the song according to the 21 Songs Table.
a. No two songs can be the same.
b. They may be in any genre or style: classical music, folk music, pop music, jazz, hip-hop, etc.
c. You may choose music both within this course and outside of this course (e.g. Pandora, Spotify, YouTube, etc.)
Complete the Daily Songs Table by providing the:
a. Name of the song
b. Name of the Composer(s)
c. Name of the Performer(s)
d. Explain why you chose that song.
e. Under Comments, use complete sentences to explain what do you liked and did not like about the song? Mention any instruments you recognize. If the song has lyrics, do you like or dislike them, and why? Be specific in your comments.
Examples: “The guitar solo is technical and intricate and that appeals to me.”
“Kim Carnes gravelly voice is like nails on a chalkboard. I can’t stand it.”
“The trumpets sound like they’re heralding a majestic king!”
“When Paul McCartney sings, ‘Yesterday, all my troubles seem so far away,’ I can really relate to that time of innocence
when I didn’t have any problems!”
Type your Assignment into the 21 Songs Table. Be sure to use complete sentences with proper spelling and grammar.
Use Microsoft Word and run a spell check/grammar check (under the “Review” menu in Word). Correct grammar and spelling will be part of your grade.

For this week’s discussion, offer a reflection on the documentary Standing in the Shadows of Motown

For this week’s discussion, offer a reflection on the documentary Standing in the Shadows of Motown. You will have to watch the documentary BEFORE writing your post.
What part of the movie surprised you?
What did you find most effective about the way the movie makers presented the topic?
Where there any scenes or interviews that stand out in your mind?
What other music documentaries have you seen, and how does this one compare?