Music Studies papers

A bio of the lead artist of the rock group "The Grateful Dead".

An examination of the ins and outs of the music and record industry by looking at "J Records" music company.

This paper examines the work of two of the most important female composers of the 19th century, Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel and Clara Wieck Schumann.

This paper investigates the recent innovation in the music industry of copy protection on CD's.

A report of the introduction of LSD in the 1960's via the music scene and the effects on society.

A look at the history and life achievments of American rap singer, Eminem.

A comparative essay on the musicians, Tupac Shakur and Bob Marley.

A discussion of the affects of World War II on American culture,focusing on popular music, visual arts, literature and our worldview for the years between the 1940s and 1950s.

The use of sound and music as an artistic tool in this movie.

A study of this musical genre of the 1920's.

An examination of the book "Jazz", written by Toni Morisson and its literary style.

An insight into the life and music of composer Igor Stravinsky, regarded as one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century.

A history of Serge Diaghilev and his ballet company, Ballets Russes, and its influence on the world of ballet.

A marketing plan for a fictitious new company in the hi-tech music world which uses MP3 technology.

A review of the autobiography of the Polish pianist Wladyslaw Szpilman.

A study of Brahms' first and second piano concertos.

This paper compares Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's "Minuet for String" from his "Quintet in D Major" to his ?Minuet No. 6? and gives background information.

A comparison between the musical expressions of Rap and Balladry.

An examination of Russian composer Piotr Ilych Tchaikovsky's "Fantasy" - an adaption of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet".

This paper is an essay review of the classical musical movie, "Singin" In The Rain.?

A thorough and in depth examination of the life, works and musical theories of composer Philip Glass.

An introduction to the issue of interracial coupling as seen in the musical, "West Side Story" and in American society.

An analysis of the talents of Peter Gabriel.

Analysis of Movement I - Allegro of Mozart's Concerto for Violin & Orchestra No. 3 in G Major, K. 216.

This paper introduces and discusses the life and work of Reggae singer Bob Marley.

A report on Internet copyright law in light of file sharing services.

An analysis's on Pearl Jam's rock song "Do the Evolution".

An in-depth study of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA)of 1998.

A serious study of one of the greatest jazz musicians of New Orleans, Sidney Bechet.

An analysis of the film, "Instrument: Ten Years with the Band Fugazi", directed by Jem Cohen.

A discussion of the life and works of Jazz musician Charlie Parker and the influence he had in the field.

A paper which studies how the organization and utility of our mind affects our experience of music.

This paper discusses how children are affected by violent music, especially in relation to other forms of music.

A look at the historical events within the lyrics of Billy Joel's song "We Didn't Start the Fire".

This paper takes a look at the life and achievements of August Bournonville, the most celebrated Danish choreographer in history.

An overview of the movie "Amadeus."

A discussion of Tupac Shakur, so much more than just a hip-hop artist.

An essay tracing history of how Bob Marley and the "Wailers" began.

This paper explores the influences of jazz on the world of literature especially on black writers.

An examination of the correlation between mental illness and music careers.

This paper examines the concepts of gender typical behavior and the penalties for violating that behavior through the filter of country music.

This paper examines the effect that MP3's (and other forms of pirated music) have on record sales.

A study in music theory as perceived by German philosopher/musician/composer, Friedrich Nietzsche (1844-1900).

A study on marketing an agency's website and the factors concerning internet promotion and marketing.

An examination of Tchaikovsky and how he was hailed as the hope of Russia's musical future.

Examining the effectiveness of on-line retail when compared with more traditional methods

A marketing strategy proposal for a Karaoke club.

A detailed examination of copyright laws, with a comparison to peer-to-peer file transfer.

A study into how theatrical musicals have become a forum for discussing social issues.

This paper discusses the influence Elvis Presley had on American culture.

A comprehensive essay about the rise and fall of one of the greatest rock bands of all-time: Queen.

A look at the negative influence rap lyrics has.

This paper is a look at Will Smith's and Tupac Shakur's very different musical styles and what makes a positive influencing rap artist and a negative one.

A look at the effects that music has on viewers' expectations during horror movies.

A comparison of Claude Debussy's "Prelude a l"apres-midi d"un faune" (1894) (Prelude to the afternoon of a faun) and the impressionist poem upon which it was based, Stephane Mallarme's "L"apres-midi d"un faune."

An analysis of the popular and infamous "Napster" website where people can download music for free and share music libraries.

A sociological analysis of the song "Money", by Roger Waters (1981) and "Feel Like a Number" by Bob Seger (1978).

This paper examines the issue of buying music over the Internet for both the consumer and musician.

This paper discusses rap music and compares it to the institution of slavery.

An analysis of five American musicals and the social issues they wished to address - "South Pacific", "Oliver!", "Hair", "Miss Saigon" and "Rent".

This paper looks at the phenomenon of piracy in the music market and what legislation exists against it.

This paper discusses the life and works of the American composer Aaron Copeland.

This paper is an autobiographic summary of Sidney Bechet, the jazz musician.

This essay discusses the current controversy over music dissemination and sales via the Internet.

This is an analysis of a collection of poems by Tupak Shakur.

This paper examines the use of protest music in the United States during the last century.

This paper is an analysis of Herman Heine's poem "Ich Grolle Nicht".

A discussion of the musical analysis in the Schumann work, "Carnaval".

This paper looks at the history of the "Blues" and its influence on the American music scene.

The following essay takes a look at Antonia Salieri's life, his style, achievements and role in musical history.

This paper looks at the life of Nat King Cole.

This paper describes the benefits of the Napster web site music swapping services.

The following paper takes a look at the influence Latin American Music had had on American Music and culture.

This paper examines, in brief, the history of Italian opera, focusing on opera in the 19th century, and the ways in which opera has become a part of American culture and influenced American music.

This paper examines the current phenomenon of rap music.

The dichotomy of Dylan's "Subterranean Homesick Blues" and "I'm So Bored With the USA."

This paper examines teaching methods for the teaching of piano and their reflection on society.

This paper discusses the composition, style and influences over Rachmaninoff's music.

This paper describes how European and African musical sources intertwined in American popular culture.

This paper is a central Florida-based ethnography on the Punk Rock phenomenon.

An interesting look at music through the ages with examples of music from the periods and their composers.

The following essay examines the definition of an "outsider" and focuses on the "self-induced outsider" with specific reference to Michael Jackson.

This paper attempts to define criticism of various art forms including theater and music .

This paper discusses Marilyn Manson's autobiography.

This paper discusses the movement of modernism, putting it into a historical perspective

A look at the different methods of therapy available with music.

This paper discusses James Joyce's famous work "Ulysses " and what distinguishes it from being a novel versus an opera.

This paper shows why Elvis Presley rose to fame so quickly. It examines the social, race, political and youth issues of the time and explains how each one of these factors had a major influence on his success as a rock star.

A look into the masques at the time of the renaissance and the role they played for society.

Review of the lyrics, historical accuracy and content of Joan Osborn's song "St. Teresa" with a look at the actual life of the St. Teresa herself.

This essay discusses three songs, providing historical background and analysis, and relevance.

This paper examines the history of American jazz music, various jazz artists, cultural, and musical influences.

A discussion on how the digital technology has influenced the music industry.

A research of the recording industry and how it functions today.

This paper is on the culture of Hawaii, focusing on Hawaiian art and culture.

This paper deals with the British rock bands of the 1960's, and specifically discusses the different aspects of society during that period that affected the bands and in return reflected on the culture of the time.

This paper examines how hip hop and in particular rap music gives African Americans on the margins of society a powerful voice to express political discontent.

This is a paper about copyright law and how it relates to visual and audio artists.

A look at the life and achievements of singer Jimi Hendrix. His musical styles and influences are discussed in detail.