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The Local Music Scene, 2006.
This paper is an ethnography of a local music scene.
3,585 words (approx. 14.3 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 100.95
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This paper is original ethnographic research, which describes the music scene in Houston and relates it to sociological theories. The author points out that, by focusing on the similarities between people and their values and cultural expressions, a consensus theorist would find much to discuss when analyzing the urban dance club scene; however, interactionist theory applies even more readily to the club scene than consensus theory because of the more intense focus on small group populations and because the patrons of a club gather together for basically the same purpose. The paper relates that postmodernists are able to analyze club culture by studying the impact that diversity and globalization have had on the global spread of musical styles, the blurred distinction between media-informed images of youth behavior and the value system shared by club goers.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Ethnography
The Music
The Artists
The Fans
Sociological Observations and Analysis
Conclusion
Methodology
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"Hip-hop is itself subdivided into numerous genres, each with its own flavor, style, and mood. At dance clubs like Crome, hip-hop tunes retain the warm, fun vibe of rap music while pumping out more regular beat patterns than some of the more soulful or underground artists use. Moreover, modern hip-hop is often infused with world beat samples, derived from Middle Eastern or Eastern European scales that add a distinct sound. When a live MC is in the house, the hip-hop comes alive, hearkening back to the heyday of the genre as a coalescing of looped samples, turntable mixing, scratching, and MC-ing."
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What's Wrong With Peace?, 2007.
This paper discusses the song "Imagine" by John Lennon.
1,044 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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In this article, the writer introduces, discusses and analyzes the song "Imagine" by John Lennon. Specifically, it explores this music's effect on the social, political and economic conditions of the time. The writer points out that some pieces of music just simply define a generation, place and time. Further, the writer notes that when one hears songs such as "Imagine", they bring back memories, nostalgia and strong feelings, no matter how old the music is. "Imagine" by John Lennon is one of those songs that has already long outlived its composer. The writer concludes that it is a song of hope, peace and reflection and that nothing could define the 1970s more than such music.
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"Perhaps the most controversial version was performed recently at the 2006 Winter Olympics in Torino during the opening ceremonies. Yoko Ono read some of the lyrics, and then Peter Gabriel performed the piece. It was a haunting and touching moment that came under fire from critics because of the "political" overtones they felt it held. Frankly, the idea of singing about peace and world unity during an event where the world gets together to compete seemed like a perfect marriage to many others, including this viewer."
"It is hard to "imagine" any other song with quite the world impact of this one. Socially and politically, it became an instant classic nearly as soon as Lennon released it. Today, people remember it as an anthem of the 1970s, a time of unrest due to the Vietnam War and changing values in American society. Living together in peace was a universal message even then, and the song has spread around the world."
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Felix Mendelssohn, 2007.
A discussion on the life and musical achievements of Felix Mendelssohn.
1,738 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 56.95
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This paper discusses the life of the early romantic composer, Felix Mendelssohn. The paper gives a short biography of his life, concluding with his death at age thirty eight. The paper discusses Mendelssohn's Jewish heritage. It then spends some time discussing his musical style, symphonies, piano and choral music. The paper concludes that Mendelssohn artfully combined the older classical style with newer romantic ideas regarding composition, and thereby gracefully bridged these dramatic musical changes.
Table of Contents:
Short Biography
Jewish Heritage
Musical Style
Symphonies
Piano Music
Choral Music
Conclusion
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"This blending of Classical with Romantic effects is particularly noticeable in "Elijah," the story of a prophet from the Old Testament. The oratorio is full of intensely emotional and potentially disturbing scenes, such as the chorus fervently calling for Baal to accept their pagan offering and set it ablaze. Other sections reassure the despairing Elijah that God will not let him drift off into sleep because he needs Elijah to watch over Israel. In a music soothing and reassuring, the chorus tells the audience that Elijah will "slumber not, nor sleep." He will continue to prophesize and help them to the right path. At the end of the piece, God takes Elijah to Heaven in a fiery chariot. The accompanying music provides images of lightning, with the chorus providing "stormy rhythms and drawn-out cries.""
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Christian Music, 2007.
A discussion into the effects of Christian music on a person's mood.
2,379 words (approx. 9.5 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 72.95
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This paper analyzes the effects of Christian music. It begins by describing this fast growing form of popular music in the United States today. It goes on to discuss the general effects of music on a person's mood and then speaks more specifically about the effects of Christian music as well as discusses possible reasons for its increasing popularity today.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
General Effects of Music on Mood
Emerging Venues for Christian Music
Specific Factors that Differentiate Christian Music from Other Genres
Potential Reasons for the Increase in Popularity of Christian Music in Recent Years
Changes and Trends in the Expectations of Christian Music Listeners
Implications of Findings for Helping Professionals and Christian Leaders
Conclusion
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"Christian leaders can harness the positive power of Christian music in their services. Including pieces of joy and hope, peace and comfort, can give followers a sense of well being and a renewed commitment to God and trusting in his Word. Playing pieces of motivation and the glories of sharing God's Word can inspire followers to go out and share the Word of the Lord with others. Even the encouragement of sharing of Christian music with non-believers can be a powerful form of evangelism. As non-believers hear the message of God in the form of pleasing music they begin to see all the wonderful possibilities that are opened to them, thanks to God and his grace. Leaders can use the positive effects Christian music has on listeners to increase evangelism and positively affect the mood of their followers."
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Brazilian Music, 2007.
A discussion of the forms of music popular in Brazil today.
2,217 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 68.95
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The paper illustrates how music is the heart of Brazil and is the foundation for many of Brazil's festivities and a focal point for religious ceremonies. The paper shows how, as the universal language, music reaches across all cultural and socio-economic boundaries and no where is this more true than in Brazil. The paper discusses Samba, the most internationally famous form of Brazilian music and the Bossa Nova genre that has become very popular within the international community. The paper contends that throughout the decades, Brazilian music has managed to attain and retain its original ethnic expression and continues to represent the heart of Brazil.
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"The 1578 "Journey to the Land of Brazil" by Jean De Lery, a French Calvinist pastor, is the source for the earliest known descriptions of Brazilian music, in which he describes the dances and transcribed the music of the Tupi people (Music). In 1587, Gabriel Soares de Sousa's "Tratado Descritivo do Brasil" depicts the music of several native Brazilian ethnic groups, including the Tamoios and Tupinambas (Music). Portugal's King Joao VI, who was a lover of music, spent a good deal of time in Brazil, and even sent for prominent European musicians to join him (Music). Among these musicians were Austrian pianist Sigismund von Neukomm and composer Marcos Portugal, while local Brazilian musician, Jose Mauricio Nunes Garcia, an organist and clavichordist, was appointed Inspector to the Royal Chapel (Music)."
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Ritchie Valens, 2007.
A discussion of Luis Valdez's 1987 movie, "La Bamba", about Ritchie Valens.
752 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 26.95
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The paper describes how Luis Valdez's movie, "La Bamba" provides a fairly accurate account of the social trials endured by Ritchie Valens during his short life. The paper discusses how Valdez wrote a compassionate screenplay about Valens' rise to fame, his relationship with his family and the prejudices that he faced during that era. The paper explains that Valens succeeded in becoming famous for his music by combining the qualities of his Mexican-American heritage and creating a new unique sound. Valens succeeded in becoming part of both cultures; he was the first Latino teen idol.
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"Valens was just shy of his eighteenth birthday when he died in a plane crash with Buddy Holly and the Big Bopper while touring. Valdez's movie opens with two planes exploding in the air while children are playing on a playground. Although this scene adds a note of sadness at the very beginning of the movie, it also provides the audience with an omen, a prediction of what is to come. However, it also is the first clue that the audience receives concerning Valens' fear of flying, and his superstitious nature, much of which was rooted in his Hispanic heritage."
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Miles Davis, 2006.
A review of the life and work of Miles Davis, said to be one of the greatest musicians of his time.
2,112 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 66.95
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This paper reviews and discusses the life of jazz musician, Miles Davis. According to the paper, the music and the artistic innovation of Miles Davis made him one of the most popular jazz musicians in musical history. The paper further discusses how his influence as a composer, bandleader, artist and innovator in the field of jazz is still evident today.
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"In 1948 Davis had organized a nine-piece band which included a very unusual horn section; an early indication of his propensity for innovation and experimentation. "In addition to himself, it featured an alto saxophone, a baritone saxophone, a trombone, a French horn, and a tuba. "(Miles Davis) The band received a contract in 1949 from Capital records and went on to produce a record which at first received little attention but which was to be released in 1957 as the famous "Birth of the Cool" album. In the interim the music that Davis and his band were producing was to have an enormous influence on and many other musicians. Among these musicians were figures such as; Gerry Mulligan, John Lewis, J.J. Johnson, and Kenny Clarke. The music that Davis was creating at this time was to have "....a profound influence on the development of the cool jazz style on the West Coast. " (Miles Davis) "
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Isolation in Poetry and Music, 2007.
An analysis of the isolation depicted in "Vincent" by Don McLean, "Cry" by Casey Scott and "Six Feet Under" by Alan Ball.
2,971 words (approx. 11.9 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 87.95
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This paper discusses the recurring theme, in poetry, music and film, of isolation, loneliness and of being marginalized by society because a person is different. The paper discusses the song-poem "Vincent" by Don McLean, which looks at a portrait of Vincent Van Gogh. It then discusses the song, "Cry" by Casey Scott, which shows another form of marginalization of someone who is suffering from depression. Finally, the paper looks at the series "Six Feet Under" by Alan Ball and discusses the character of Billy, who is schizophrenic.
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"While almost all the regular characters on the show are on the fringes of societal norms and it is well known that this series highlights dysfunctional people and families. I think Billy is the saddest. He is diagnosed as schizophrenic and he is also a photo artist. Poor Billy lives the dreaded life of the life long mental patient. (Remember that this illness also has chemical and physical causes.) Billy on medication is likable and productive. He teaches photography and earns a good living. However, he has no edge to make his own photo essays unique. He is creatively dead. Billy off medication is sometimes wildly wonderful or violently insane and dangerous to himself and others. Billy constantly struggles with his desire to feel strong passion, which he cannot do while medicated. However, when he goes off medication, his life becomes a ruin."
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Orientalism in the Opera "Turandot", 2007.
This paper explores the representation of the East in Giacomo Puccini's opera "Turandot."
3,907 words (approx. 15.6 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 106.95
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This paper examines the Opera "Turandot" and how the Orient is portrayed in relation to Western conceptions of the East. This research uses Edward Said's essay on Orientalism to further construct the exotic East in "Turandot." Also addressed is the question "how does this opera exemplify the East as being savage and archaic when compared to Western thought and culture?" Both Orientalism and the writings of Edward Said are discussed.
Outline:
Abstract
Objective
Introduction
Overview of Orientalism
Overview of Edward Said
Overview of the "Turandot" Opera
Gozzi's "Turandot" Opera
Puccini's "Turandot"- Giacomo Puccini (1858-1924)
An Asian view of the "Turando" opera
Discussion
Bibliography
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"The Metropolitan Opera states that "Orientalism is the term used to describe Western fascination with the 'exotic' cultures of the Eastern hemisphere." Stated as well is that Many works of art, including operas like "Die Entfuhrung aus dem Serail' and 'Madama Butterfly', have illustrated and enforced the West's idea of the dangerous, sensual, alien East." (Metropolitan Opera, 2006) The Metropolitan Opera further reveals that: "In order to create a more 'realistic Chinese atmosphere, Puccini read many books on the culture and ceremonies of China. He also sought out real Chinese music to imitate." (Metropolitan Opera, 2006) "
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Goddess Worship, 2006.
This paper discusses the history of goddess worship from prehistoric times to current Wiccan and pagan beliefs.
2,960 words (approx. 11.8 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 87.95
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This paper explains that archeology and linguistic findings indicate that goddess worship in various forms has taken place since the Ice Age. The author points out that many experts believe that, during biblical times, as Christianity and Islam began to evolve, almost all pagan goddess worship was driven from society and religion, thus creating patriarchal societies with women subservient to men. The paper relates that more recently goddess worship has enjoyed a renewed popularity through (1) the spiritual practices of pagans and Wiccans and (2) the women's movement.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
History
Biblical Times Arrive
Keeping Them Down
Marija Gimbutas
Conclusion
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"Goddess worship began long before any formal records were kept but there have been stories and illustrations throughout history that indicate goddess worship began in prehistoric times. From the beginning of time, mankind began to divide itself into societies that had two types of humans, the hunters and the gatherers. Humans are the only animal species on earth that understand life it finite. It ends and people die. Out of that understanding came the foundation for religious principles and practices."
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Music and Adolescents, 2006.
A discussion regarding the influence music has on the lives of American adolescents.
1,600 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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This paper focuses on the medium of music, and the effect its message can have on American adolescents today. The paper discusses how there is hardly an American teen who does not have a ubiquitous iPod lodged in his/her ears and the medium of music is thus in an unparalleled position to influence American youth.
Outline:
Musical Dangers
Music as Therapy
Music as Expression
Holistic Approach
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"Activities during the music instruction ranged from singing songs solo or in groups and listening to CDs. More advanced students are taught to play a variety of musical instruments. When conducted under ideal conditions and with trained facilitators, such activities provided students with a vehicle for self-expression (Boyer and Lee 2001). This vehicle is particularly significant for younger teens with autism and those whose learning and emotional disabilities make verbal communication difficult. Music can therefore be an invaluable communication method for a teenager struggling with learning disabilities.Similarly, other therapeutic specialists incorporate dance therapy into the disabled students' therapy, a combination of both physical education and music. This helps provide the children with more individually structured programs that are geared to their specific needs. A combination of music and physical education training, for example, may prove beneficial for many children with regressed motor as well as communicative skills (Shapiro and Sayers 2003)."
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Legal Control of Music, 2007.
This paper discusses whether the legal control of music is a form of protection or one of domination.
839 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 29.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that the history of music is replete with examples of musical suppression. The writer notes that in the days of the classical composers such as Mozart, Bach, and Beethoven these 'now famous' musicians were referred to as 'long hair' musicians and were shunned much in the way that the 'long hair' musicians of the 1960s and 1970s were shunned by proper aristocratic society. The writer points out that classical musicians such as those mentioned were completely dependent upon their patrons. Further, the writer notes that the musicians in today's world are not so hampered as those in earlier decades and centuries, however, there has always been a political and sociological force within the world that attempts to control music through legal means in what some believe is a form of protection and others believe is a form of domination. The writer concludes that while Max Weber views the control of music to be a form of protection, the view of the Marxist is that legal control of music is a strategy of the ruling social class to keep the lower classes under their thumb, stifling creative expression.
Outline:
Objective
Introduction
The Marxist View
The Shifting Cultural Perspective and Music
The Weberian View Contrasted to the Marxist View
Summary and Conclusion
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"The view of Marxism can be applied to the shift from the 'bee-bop' music of the 1950s to the Beatles rock of the 1960s, a shift which was helped along greatly by the pelvis gyration music of Elvis Presley in which the entire beat of the music changed and along with this came the music revolution that led to 'rock-and-roll' much despised by the controlling social class in that decade. Along with this new form of musical expression came expression of rebellion against the Vietnam War that was taking place in the songs of that time that spoke of revolution and played out in society by draft dodgers and flag burners protesting the war that was taking place in Vietnam."
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The Musical: "Les Miserables", 2006.
This paper analyzes six crucial songs in the musical "Les Miserables".
870 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 0 sources, $ 30.95
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This paper explains that, in Act I of the musical "Les Miserables", the entire company, who represent factory workers, sings "At the End of the Day", which sets the scene of the misery and poverty of the majority of the French populace and helps explain why the revolution will occur later in the musical. The author points out that the song "Master of the House", sung by the Thernardiers, provides a welcome note of comic relief from the tragedies of the play. The paper relates that, in "Bring Him Home", Jean Valjean prays by the half-alive body of Marius for God to "bring him [Marius] home", to bring the "boy" home to health and happiness, so that Valjean's adopted daughter Cosette can marry and live a happy life.
Table of Contents:
"At the End of the Day" (Community)
"I Dreamed a Dream" (Fantine)
"Master of the House" (Thernardiers)
"Stars" (Javert)
"On My Own" (Eponine)
"Bring Him Home" (Valjean)
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"In this Act I song, ["Stars" ]the audience gains an important bit of insight into the psychology of Inspector Javert. Without this song, the audience might see Javert only as a cruel and relentless persecutor of Jean Valjean. However, Javert explains that he thrives upon the idea of order in the cosmos, like the stars "filling the darkness." Javert clearly sees the misery of the world around him, but rather than revolution, he hopes that a law and order society will bring about a better world. Javert is not an aristocrat, benefiting from the system, ..."
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Music, Culture and Hip Hop Dance, 2007.
This paper examines hip hop dance and its place in music and culture.
861 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 30.95
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This qualitative study seeks to examine the hip-hop dance form ethnologically and from the anthropological view, through administration of a survey/questionnaire and a review of peer-reviewed literature. This study finds that hip-hop is interwoven throughout the very fabric of modern media, music and art and is an integral expression in societal interaction and expression. Hip-hop is modern and yet primitive and will be around for many years to come.
Table of Contents
Abstract
Objective
Introduction
Research Questions
Research Instruments
Data Collection
Data Analysis
Literature Review
Discussion
Conclusions
Bibliography
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"The respondents to the data collection instrument (survey-questionnaire) were asked what was it that influenced them in listening to hip-hop music. The answers given were affirmations that imitation in society is alive and well in the present day. Because the hip-hop radio stations were readily available, the respondents state that this exposure was key in their music influences at an early age. When asked what influenced the respondents in their preference of the hip-hop dance form the answers given in unison stating that MTV was an influence and stating that imitation was the beginning of this dance form adoption by the respondents."
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"The Waning of the Middle Ages", 2007.
An analysis of medieval music, as described by the book "The Waning of the Middle Ages" by Johan Huizinga.
827 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 0 sources, MLA, $ 29.95
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This paper reviews the book "The Waning of the Middle Ages" by Johan Huizinga, which discusses music in the Middle Ages. The paper describes the book as impacting the overall knowledge of our history of medieval life and culture in Flanders, Burgundy, and France. The paper suggests that relying too heavily on Huizinga's criticisms of medieval music does a great disservice to the music of the 14th and 15th centuries.
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"Many modern musicologists, in the spirit of Huizinga, have had trouble with the lack of song development and the repetitiveness of medieval songs. However, medieval music should not be listened to with prejudicial ears. Huizinger also criticized medieval culture in general, leading to an overly pessimistic vision of life in the 14th and 15th centuries in Europe. All aspects of courtly life, from its songs to its chivalric pageants, were moribund, stagnant, and overly stylized, according to Huizinga. Huizinga also wrote with hyperbole, exaggerating the contrasts inherent in medieval life without acknowledging the "extraordinary creative energy of Western musicians during the middle ages," (p. 149)."
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