Abstract This paper details the lives of a few characters living in Northfield, Vermont during the Cold War between the United States and Russia. It details the four teenage members of the band of angels and their character. It describes their lives and how they deal with death, love, life at that time and their summer vacation. The main theme of this novel is the importance of living the day and building strong friendships.
From the Paper "Julian Thompson's novel A Band of Angels vividly and accurately describes the sentiments and concerns nuclear holocaust affected our nation during the last decade of the Cold War, a forty-six-year conflict between two enemies who engaged in a political and military one-upmanship without losing the world in the process. But the Cold War ? like any other war ? had its heroes and victims. This is a character-driven novel that displays the individuals who will save the planet, and those who would destroy it over an outdated ideology that is fueled by fear and paranoia, all in the town and surrounding countryside of Northfield, VT."
Tags: 'A, Band, of, Angels', Julian, F., Thompson, Cold, War, Northfield, Vermont, United, States, Russia
Abstract In this review of the film, the idea of semiotics is brought up and symbolism is focused upon. It details what the band signifies, comments on the use of non-concrete, emotional and visual language and interprets the film's frequent use of personal interviews.
From the Paper "The film Instrument: Ten Years with the Band Fugazi, directed by Jem Cohen is not designed specifically as an exercise in semiotics. However, music or film critics, to better shed light upon the nature of the director's project, may interpret the film in a semiotic fashion. Over the course of the film, the band Fugazi takes on the significance of a symbol certain aspects of the alternative music movement, aspects that have emerged relatively uncorrupted by the mass media's adoption of alternative music because of the perseverance of the band's members. The band comes to symbolize what is pure and lasting about the aspects of the youth movement that began as ?alternative music.?"
Abstract This paper explains the cultural history, the development of brass instruments, the bands, the instrumentation of many bands and the composers for brass band music. This paper discusses that the development of brass instruments has been an ongoing process of interaction between cultures and the technological advancements of the instrumentation. The author feels that the various styles of brass music - blues, ragtime, minstrel tunes, the early Broadway melodies and the music of the brass bands - continue to gain in popularity.
Table of Contents
Introduction
The Sound of Brass Music
The Early Influences
The "Dark Ages" and Horn Band Music
Enter Brass
Russian Horn Bands The Precursors of Valved Instruments
Brass Comes Back
The Development of Valve Instruments
Military Brass Bands Prussia
Calvary Jager
Cavalry Artillery Jaqer
Austrian Band Music
Brass Band Music in France
Brass Bands in England
Salvation Army
United States
From the Paper "One of the unique aspects of a brass organization is that most of the instruments operate in exactly the same way and so there is scope for moving around from one instrument to another as a person's physique changes or as a way of achieving variety in one's musical satisfaction. There are three main types of instruments involved -- keyed, valved instruments (trumpets, cornets etc.), slide instruments, and percussion."
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.
2,215 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 6 sources, 2001, $ 68.95
Abstract This paper examines the British rock band invasion of the United States during the 1960?s. It specifically details the numerous aspects of society during that period, such as current events, that affected these bands (The Beatles, Rolling Stones, The Who, etc.) and how their music reflected on the culture of the time. The author discusses The Vietnam War, the anti-war movement, hippies, drug use- all influences on the bands.
From the Paper "Since the 1960's was a time period in which sex, love, violence, and drugs were running rampant, it is evident that some of these social factors of the time period had an effect on these bands. The Beatles and the Rolling Stones were two of the most popular British Invasion bands in both the United States and The United Kingdom at the time. They are also prime examples of social factors have affected the music of the time period. The Vietnam War, which was directly related to the Hippie Movement, was one factor that had an effect. Mass drug use of the time period was also a factor that had a major influence on the British Invasion bands."
Tags: beatles, drug, marijuana, rock, rolling, stones, hippies, vietnam
Abstract The paper shows that the film "Instrument: Ten Years with the Band Fugazi", directed by Jem Cohen at first seems to have no particular perspective upon its subject. It discusses however that when a viewer looks at the film more closely and carefully applies a critical cinematic eye to the filmmaking process, a solidified interpretation begins to become clear. The author of the paper shows that by not having an ostentatiously obvious "take" on this punk band and the particular music the band has produced, the director has revealed his own moral orientation in favor of personal simplicity and a lack of hype in the production of music. He shows too that the director has chosen to focus on the band because Fugazi is one of the supreme manifestations of the punk scene, a scene that emerged as a radical movement in youth music but largely became commercialized but Fugazi stands apart in sharp contrast to all of descents into commercialization, however, and still remains pure and true to its roots. The director's own simplicity of style reflects its subject's simplicity.
From the Paper "The film's belief in the purity of the band is primarily reflected in the film's unpretentious format. The director simply followed the band's progress over the course of ten years, from backstage, to on-stage, to meetings with fans, even to the grandmother's home of one of the band members. Rather than choosing a short period of the band's history, the film follows a "story" arc over an extended period of time. Thus the documentary does not attempt to create a sharp, swift narrative about the seduction or perils of fame. Rather, it features the artists from Fugazi talking about their work and playing their work through various ups and downs of concert touts and through various stabs at music distribution and creation. The perspective the artists are able to bring to their work over such an extended period of history gives the documentary an authenticity and a full reality that similar manifestations of the 'rock-u-mentary' genre lack."
Abstract This paper discusses a number of considerations when planning a program for wind band concerts and when expanding a band's repertoire. The author examines various articles, which focus on the challenge of finding new music, selecting it, and its appropriateness for a given level of skill in any particular band, especially in educational institutions.
From the Paper "Reynish, following Frederick Fennell, feels that Vaughan Williams and Holst should rightly be considered "the basis for the whole development of 20th century wind literature", but also adds that new works have figured in his work at the Royal Northern College of Music significantly recently, with Sir Richard Rodney Bennett having "contributed three major works to the wind ensemble repertoire." Reynish writes that other major 20th century composers to consider include Gregson, Bedford, Woolfendon, Wilby, Ellerby, Gorb and Buxton Ozz."
Abstract This paper examines Stephen E. Ambrose's "Band of Brothers: E Company, 506 Regiment, 101st airborne from Normandy to Hitler's Eagles Nest" which has turned into a nationwide phenomenon, with an HBO miniseries based on the book. It looks at how the book itself is an intimate and moving look at the men who made up Easy Company, a U.S. Army rifle company who took on some of the toughest and most dangerous assignments during the war in Europe. Specifically, it analyzes and discusses the book, including a background on the author, his biases or preconceptions, gives a clear idea of the book's contents, how the author proves his thesis as well as a critique of the book. It shows how the men of Easy Company became a band of brothers by their close training and combat and how Ambrose carries this theme of brotherhood and courage throughout the book effectively. Clearly, he has a great affection for these brave men, and it shows in the pages of this amazing book.
From the Paper ""Band of Brothers" follows the men of Easy Company, the 506th regiment, the first airborne paratroopers in the U.S. Army. The men of Easy made history from the first day they became a company ? this is one reason Ambrose portrays them for his book. As the men make it through basic training and become a cohesive unit, Ambrose introduces the reader to some members of the company who will play an important role throughout the book, such as Winters, Sobel, Guarnere, and Marlarkey. He follows the men as they learn to parachute, earn their wings, and head off to England for more training before they take part in the Allied landing at D-Day. During the invasion, they jumped into a small French town, and successfully captured a German battery. "With twelve men, what amounted to a squad (later reinforced by Spiers and the others), Company E had destroyed a German battery that was looking straight down causeway No. 2 and onto Utah Beach." "
Abstract This paper will discuss the historical era and the book "Wedding Band" by Alice Childress. The historical reflections on the book will be made as well as how the book reflected history in South Carolina, these two will also be compared.
Abstract This paper discusses the book, "We Band of Angels: The Untold Story of American Nurses Trapped in Bataan by the Japanese", by Elizabeth M. Norman. The paper is divided into four main sections, the first of which provides a summary of the book. The next section discusses the period of time covered in the book in terms of the social, political, and economic situation of the time. The penultimate section discusses how the perception of the role of women during this time affected the image, education, and practice of nursing. The last section discusses the similarities and differences between nursing during the period discussed in the book and nursing now.
From the Paper "The book builds up a picture of this period of history, through relaying the stories of these nurses, from their fleeing the Japanese, to their living in the forest in Bataan, to their capture and subsequent period as POW?s, to their release. The book throws a great deal of light on the approach to nursing taken by this particular set of nurses, and, through this, shows, in stark detail, the sheer terror and hardship that these nurses faced on a daily basis."
Abstract This paper discusses the fan base of The Rolling Stones and how it relies on a cultural milieu of young and old fans that find rebellion important in their music. Although The Rolling Stones had emulated the counter-culture and violent street mentality for so many years, it is obvious the band still beholds a popular presence through the generations.
From the Paper "This study will examine the band culture and fan base media perspective of the rock & roll band: The Rolling Stones. By critically evaluating how the lifestyles of the band members bring forth a music media culture, one can realize how hard living, drug addiction, and rebellion are the mainstay of The Rolling Stone fan base. In essence, rebellion and counter culture media perspectives are essential in realizing who and what this band represents in 20th and 21st century music history. The basis of fame within The Rolling Stones culture and through their fans is the sense of rebellion that their music embodies over a nearly 50-year span. In one instance, the issue with the Rolling Stones was to oppose the "good boy" image of the Beatles, their main competition during the 1960s. "
Abstract This paper briefly examines Stephen Ambrose's book, "Band of Brothers," which was supposedly taken from Act IV, Scene 3 of William Shakespeare's "Henry V." It also discusses the mini-series, based on the book and lists the ten episodes, with a brief description, in the series. The paper suggests the lessons that should be learned regarding war, from this book.
From the Paper "The title of Stephen Ambrose's book Band of Brothers was supposedly taken from Act IV, Scene 3 of William Shakespeare's Henry V. It is part of the speech delivered by Henry V before the Battle of Agincourt and indeed the lines We few, we happy few, we band of brothers; / For he to-day that sheds his blood with me / Shall be my brother; be he ne'er so vile, capture the essence of brotherhood of war where men (and women nowadays!) with varied backgrounds became brethrens in the face of the horrors of war and battle. The HBO mini-series adaptation of Ambrose's book gave the visual and auditory narrative of the accounts presented in the book. The series portrays the evolution of Easy Company of the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment of U.S. 101st Airborne Division from their training days in Camp Toccoa, Georgia during the summer of 1942 to their "baptism of fire" in various battles in the European Theater of Operations up until the fall of the Nazi Regime and their capture of Berchtesgaden prior to the conclusion of World War II."
Abstract This paper discusses the music of the band, "Brother Cane". It gives a history of the band and the band members. The author offers insight into the band's personal and musical philosophies. The paper further discusses the band on tour and their relationship with the fans. In conclusion the author offers a personal opinion on the band.
From the Paper "Damon credits the fans as their strongest foundation and what has helped push the group to the forefront. Their strongest following has been around their hometown in the southeastern United States. The band has plans for a "Homecoming Show" on April 2nd. They're all "really excited" about getting back to Birmingham, not in the least because they'll get to see family and friends that they haven't seen since December. Damon has a "very special female" in his life as do a couple of the other guys in the band. Along with lots of other brothers, sisters, and kinfolk rooting them on. "Our families couldn't be happier with our success. It's been their support that has helped us get through the last three or four months. Although we got some pretty insanely ridiculous phone bills.""
Abstract This paper discusses the band called Pink Floyd. The author looks at the formation of the band, the members as well as some of the band's successes. The description focuses on the main member named Syd Barret and his impact on the band.
From the Paper "Pink Floyd is well known as one of the most successful rock bands of all time. The band has managed to span its success over four decades, beginning from its first album in 1965 all the way until its latest album, Echoes, which is expected to be no less successful than any of the other Pink Floyd albums (Williamson 1). While it may be argued that the key to Pink Floyd's real success came from the members who were in the band while they produced successful albums, the inspiration for those albums came from Syd, and the band itself was a creation of Syd Barrett. Syd's short but witty career did not last long, but he will remain a legend in the history of rock. Syd Barrett was one of the brightest and most influential music figures of the Psychedelic Rock era."
Tags: psychedelic, rock, singer, guitarist, songwriter, covaine, LSD, drugs
Abstract This paper examines the history and development of the band, Pearl Jam. It discusses the band members and their musical influences and their musical and visual style. The paper then examines the band's sociological and cultural significance during the 1990s when they were established and discusses a couple of songs which illustrate crucial aspects of their works. The paper contains an annotated bibliography.
Table of Contents:
The band Influences
Sociological and Cultural Siginificance
Fashion and Visual Style
Two Essential Songs by Them
From the Paper "Undoubtedly, Pearl Jam is one of the most successful bands of the 1990's. They write complex songs, both musically and lyrically which appeal to a large audience around the world. They have the musicianship of heavy metal and progressive rock bands from the 1970s while they maintain the anti-corporate and "speak your mind" mentality of the 1980 punk bands. Since the commencement of the their career , they have fought hard to vice what is important to them through their music. Pearl Jam's music will continue to reach people even after they cease to exist as a band."
Abstract With a career spanning over 20 years, and a string of hits that remain sporting event anthems, Queen still remains one of the most beloved rock bands of all-time, even after the tragic death of Freddie Mercury over ten years ago. This essay discusses everything a person could want to know about this legendary group. Within the essay you'll find the humble origins of the four band members in Britain, their struggle to get noticed by the public, their eventual rise to super-stardom, and the eventual tragic death of Freddie Mercury at the hands of the AIDS virus. It also includes a bit of post-Queen information on the surviving members of the band and what they have been up to in the years since.
From the Paper "Throughout rock and roll history, Britain has produced some of the most important and revolutionary acts. There's been the controversial bad boy genius of the Rolling Stones, the front-running of "glam rock" by David Bowie, and of course the unparalleled skill and style of the Beatles. These artists, along with many others who have come out of Britain, have made important political and social statements with their music that captured the hearts and minds of their generations and beyond. However, one of Britain's most legendary acts often didn?t have very much to say at all in terms of politics, or trying to revolutionize the music industry. Instead, this group focused on becoming what is arguably one of the best disposable pop groups ever, and one of the greatest bands at performing true ?stadium rock.? This group was Queen, and they were embraced as one of England's most cherished bands (probably second only to the Beatles), while even finding moderate success in America as well."
Tags: champions, classic, Freddie, heavy, Mercury, metal, music, opera, Queen, rock, roll
