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Aaron Copland, 2002.
A biography of the life and career of the composer Aaron Copland.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 7 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper looks at the works and life of Aaron Copland. The direct appeal and irresistible imagination of Aaron Copland's works make him one of the defining voices of American music. His musical works ranged from ballet and orchestral music to choral music and movie scores. For the better part of four decades Aaron Copland was considered the premier American composer.
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Aaron Copland, 2001.
This paper discusses the life and works of the American composer Aaron Copeland.
1,425 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper discusses some of the composer Aaron Copland's well-known compositions and analyzes his contribution to modern classical music. It includes an autobiographical account of Copland's life growing up in New York. It details his music and gives examples of his famous ballets and scores. It also describes his main influences in the music world. Finally, it details his great contribution with works such as: "Rodeo", and "Fanfare for the Common Man" making him one of the most loved American composers of all time.
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"Popular jazz and be-bop music heavily influenced his early works. As he matured, he began to compose strictly in the modern classical style, and most of his work falls under this style. His music most often celebrated the unique American character that he found so appealing. His ballets and scores included "Rodeo," "Appalachian Spring," "A Lincoln Portrait," "Theme for the Common Man," and "Billy the Kid." He also wrote numerous piano concertos, smaller pieces, and two sets of "Old American Songs," which were arrangements of traditional folk tunes "that became so popular in their piano and orchestral versions as to eclipse the original melodies on which they were based" (Hampson). At the height of his popularity and career in 1944, Copland's score for "Appalachian Spring" won the Pulitzer Prize for music. Yet, he continued to write for thirty years after this apex of his work. "
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Gershwin and Copland, 2002.
A discussion of the music of the American composers George Gershwin and Aaron Copland.
1,279 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 43.95
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This paper introduces two composers, George Gershwin and Aaron Copland, who both worked in the early 20th century. Specifically, it discusses opinion about their music and evaluates why these two composers are so quintessentially American. It looks at how George Gershwin wrote popular music and how early in his career was dismissed because he was not a "classical" composer, although his music is both classical and popular. It shows how Aaron Copland, on the other hand, also wrote popular music, especially for films but how he is better known for his classical compositions and American ballets.
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"Listening to Gershwin's compositions is always a treat because I hear something different each time I listen. "Rhapsody in Blue" has so many melodies and themes going on, that all come together in the recognizable theme that winds its way through the music, that I can listen to it a hundred times and still smile as it comes to a climatic close. The alternating orchestrations and beats, the lyrical and romantic qualities of the music, and the pictures it conjures up are all pleasurable and enduring, just like the music itself. While "Rhapsody" may be his most enduring piece, certainly many others embody his graceful and lyrical style. The "Concerto in F for Piano and Orchestra" is a darker piece, which seems to evoke more images of the night in it, and a stronger, even more vital rhythm and beat than "Rhapsody," but it is clear the two pieces were written by the same composer. They share the same lyrical and lilting piano style, staccato trumpet solos, and that same slightly jazzy style which brings up pictures of a busy New York street on a Saturday night. Gershwin is a joy to listen to because his pieces are uplifting and make you want to listen to more."
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Lunch with Copland, Brahms and Bach, 2007.
This paper creates an imaginary luncheon conversation between Aaron Copland, Johannes Brahms and Johann Sebastian Bach to explain and compare their music.
1,705 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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The paper relates that Copland based his music on a deep appreciation of the music of Brahms and Bach. The author points out that both Copland and Bach were enthralled by folk music as evidenced in Brahms' 'Hungarian Dances' and Copland's 'Billy the Kid'. The paper relates that, upon being asked by Brahms who influenced him, Bach remembers the deference that he held for the great organist Buxtehude; whereas, Beethoven and Robert Schumann strongly influenced Brahms. The author reveals that Brahms was a homosexual, Copland was a communist and Bach rebelled against the Calvinist Prince Leopold, his sponsor, by composing also such secular music as the 'Brandenburg Concertos'. The paper concludes that the music of all three men were revolutionary in their own way.
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"Think of your Hungarian Dances. You were enthralled by the gypsy music that you heard, and it was evident in much of what you wrote. I also fell in love with folk music. I wrote 'Billy the Kid', which is indubitably folk, as well as 'Rodeo,' both of which are beloved. I'm not sure if you watch much television, but the hoedown from Rodeo is used in the 'Beef, it's What's for Dinner' commercial." "Speaking of beef, what is for lunch?" Johann interjected. "Do they have any mince pie?" "I'm not sure," Aaron replied, "but you might like a hamburger."
"As in Hamburg?" both Brahms and Bach asked.""
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Aaron Feuerstein, 2004.
A discussion of the role of Aaron Feuerstein, the CEO of Malden Mills.
1,607 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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This is a special case for studies in management, especially in today's world where the success of a manager is measured by the annual profits they make for the company. The writer explores how Aaron Feuerstein is one of the few cases of paternalistic styles of management that we shall see at the end of the 20th century, which is still being discussed in the 21st.
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"Instead, Feuerstein decided to continue the family business as he announced to his workers four days after the huge fire, and most of the 3000 workers were kept on their salaries while the factory was rebuilt. This process took quite some time, and went on for 3 months while the factory was being rebuilt. This was based on the owner's belief that the worker was not just a tool to keep the factory running, but a very valuable asset. This was a surprise for most employees even for the first month, and the continuation was a big surprise, and ended up building a tremendous amount of loyalty for the plant in the opinions of the employees. This ended with most of the employees being offered reemployment, and the small numbers who could not be reemployed were offered help in finding other employment in the area, or some other income-earning alternative."
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Aaron Burr, 2002.
A political analysis of the life of Aaron Burr, the infamous murderer of Alexander Hamilton.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper will analyze the doomed relationship between Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton and the notorious Aaron Burr. By researching the events that would lead to Burr's exile by the murder of Hamilton, we can see how passion to an extreme caused the egomaniacal Burr to seek his own lust for power in the Burr Conspiracy. By planning to annex the Lousisiana Territory and what is now Mexico for his own government, we can see how he was destined to fall to the greater and more rational powers in the United States government.
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Aaron Burr, 2004.
An examination of the contribution that Aaron Burr made to American history.
1,987 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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Aaron Burr is significant to American history for many reasons. As a soldier, a distinguished lawyer, an attorney general, and vice president of the United States, Burr's life is colored with mystery and controversy. This paper explains how his tie results in the presidential election of 1800 made the country realize the electoral system was flawed and in need of repair. It also looks at how his duel with Alexander Hamilton was a first in American history and how, through deed and action, Burr proved himself to be one of the nation's greatest conspirators.
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"After the war both men returned to practicing law, often meeting each other in the courtroom. Isaac Cox describes Burr as being noted for "clarity and conciseness of utterance. He never ranted nor lost his temper" (Cox) Melton adds that he "came across as a smart and straightforward lawyer, and he was good at listening" (Melton 30). He became incredibly successful and popular as an attorney but always with an eye on politics. It is also important to note that during these years Burr and Hamilton appeared to be moving in two different directions when it came to politics. Hamilton "cultivated" Washington while Burr "antagonized" him. (31) Hamilton was gearing himself to become a national figure forming what would soon become the Federalist Party, while Burr focused his attentions on politics in New York."
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Albert Ellis and Aaron Beck, 2002.
A discussion of the impact on psychology of the theorists Albert Ellis and Aaron Beck.
2,297 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 70.95
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This paper examines two modern day theorists that have had a major impact on psychology--Albert Ellis and Aaron Beck. Ellis is known as the founder of rational-emotive therapy and Beck is known as the founder of cognitive therapy. The paper evaluates how both Ellis and Beck are inspirational for their approaches to therapy, for the therapies they pioneered and for the impact these therapies have had. It considers both the approaches and the therapies of Ellis and Beck in turn.
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"Ellis's theory is based on the belief that psychological problems are caused by irrational beliefs that people have gained by some experience in the past. These irrational beliefs cause people to overreact to situations. In one work describing how the theory is applied, Ellis offers the example of a woman who is rejected by her partner. According to Ellis, if the woman has emotional difficulties she responds to this rejection in an excessive way. Instead of thinking that it is undesirable to be rejected she believes she is a worthless person because she is rejected and believes that she will never be accepted by anyone (Ellis, 1979). To deal with these emotional problems, Ellis proposed rational-emotive therapy. This therapy is based on the idea that the therapist's role is to teach the individual to think logically. Unlike many therapists, Ellis did not believe that the patient should guide their own thinking."
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Aaron Douglas and the Harlem Renaissance, 2002.
A study of the 1920s time period named the Harlem Renaissance and African-American artist, Aaron Douglas' role.
820 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 29.95
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The paper studies the Harlem Renaissance - the term given to a period in American history where a new focus on the African-American experience emerged. The writer of this paper shows how it was a time when African-American artists began to express their culture and at this time in history there came a new focus on the African-American artist and African-American Art. The writer introduces artist, Aaron Douglas, as someone who emerged from this time period and went on to create works which reflected the Harlem Renaissance. Some of Douglas' works are also discussed.
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"From this we see how Douglas's paintings represented modern life for African-Americans. Rather than their African life, his paintings reflect the life of African-Americans within America. While the subject of the works was modern, Douglas also incorporated his African culture by his focus on African forms, with his style being described as "flat with hard edges and repetitive designs... heavily influenced by African sculptures, jazz music, dance and geometric forms" (Schomburg Center)."
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Theories of Psychotherapy.
This paper compares two theories of psychotherapy: Joseph Weiss' Control Theory versus Aaron Beck's Cognitive Therapy.
2,645 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 79.95
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This paper explains that, because the Freudian model did not fit all patients into in the manifestation phase or, in many cases, the circumstances surrounding their resolution; psychoanalysts Joseph Weiss and Aaron Beck devised alternative therapy theories. The author points out that Weiss' Control Theory combines the origins of psychological pathology with issues of just "how" the patient interacts within therapy to form a more useful and therapeutically successful model. The paper relates that Aaron Beck, in his work treating patients suffering from depression, devised another theory, known as "Cognitive Behavioral Theory", in which the patient's internal thoughts, belief system, attitudes and perceptions influence both the emotional characteristics of the patient and the strength under which the depressed patient struggles.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Control Theory
Role of the Therapist
Cognitive Therapy: Beck
Role of the Therapist
Comparisons
Conclusion
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"If, as Weiss asserts, the patient is imbibed with a subconscious drive to master his or her psychopathology, then the role of the therapist in working with the patient is to uncover his or her patient's specific and individual internal "plan" to resolve their issues. In so doing, the therapist becomes a kind of facilitator, allowing the patient's internal drive toward health to resolve the problem. In order for the therapist to be an effective facilitator, however, he or she must clearly understand the issues of "control and mastery" involved."
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"In an African Setting", 2006.
A review of the painting "In an African Setting" by Aaron Douglas.
750 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 26.95
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This paper studies the painting "In an African Setting", by Aaron Douglas. As the paper explains, through the Public Works Act, African-American artist Aaron Douglas was commissioned by the Harlem Branch of the New York Public Library to compose works on African-American history. The paper studies the piece's form, technique and symbolic significance.
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"In this particular work, Douglas' use of sharp edges and repetitive designs was greatly influenced by African sculptures, jazz music, dance and geometric forms. "In An African Setting", was in fact part of a larger collection. The work was a four panel series that was used to communicate the distance that the African American had traveled, from freedom in Africa, to slavery in the United States, to the challenges of freedom after the Civil War. The first panel, and most famous, depicts an African man and woman dancing to the beat of drums."
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Demonization of Characters, 2004.
Explains how Shakespeare enforces the discourse of otherness by demonizing his characters Aaron the Moor and Shylock the Jew in the plays,"Titus Andronicus" and "The Merchant of Venice", respectively.
1,000 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper examines William Shakespeare s plays, Titus Andronicus and The Merchant of Venice, and the author's enforcement of the discourse of otherness through the demonization of Aaron and Shylock. Through the rhetoric of the plays, both Aaron and Shylock are explicitly demonized. The paper explains how the discourse of otherness is enforced in three stages: by stripping the antagonists of their names, reducing them to subhuman levels, and, finally, equating the antagonists with the devil.
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"In Titus Andronicus, Shakespeare presents the discourse of otherness in the praxis. In this scene, Titus Andronicus is returning from war with captives. The Goths, and their queen s lover/slave, Aaron, a Blackamoor. Throughout the play, Aaron is presented outside of the main action of revenge, but has an underhanded, covert role in manipulating the remaining characters. This separateness of physical action perpetuates the discourse of otherness because his character is disregarded by other characters. His lack of physical action in the play is compensated by his movement mentally. From the beginning he is constantly devising a plan to overcome his otherness and servile status. To elevate himself to a position of power."
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The Burr Conspiracy, 2004.
An account of Aaron Burr's life and political endeavours.
1,610 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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This paper presents a brief historical overview of the life of Vice President Aaron Burr. The paper describes his upbringing and education, examines his political career, and discusses the events that led up to his arrest. The paper explains that Burr was put on trial for treason; however, the jury found Burr not guilty of a treasonous act or any high misdemeanors.
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"In the year 1807, ex-Vice-President Aaron Burr was accused and sent to trial for a treasonous act. The prosecution stated that Burr had levied war against America. During this period, the United States and Spain were already in a dispute. Spain (present day Mexico) was threatened by the United States and the new westerners invading their territory. Throughout the trial, witnesses accused Burr of organizing a militia and planning to take Spanish territory by force. The prosecutor and president at the time was Thomas Jefferson. Before the trial had began President Jefferson made the statement that, "Burr was guilty without a doubt." The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court that would become the presiding judge over the trial was John Marshall, and aside for Burr, would become the most hated man in the trial. The trial was full of deception, accusations, and a lot of hatred."
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Beck's Cognitive Therapy, 2002.
This paper defines, applies and evaluates Aaron Beck's cognitive therapy.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 45.95
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The author states that cognitive therapy relates to how a person thinks and attempts to resolve the patients' problems by changing how they think. The author believes that the strengths of cognitive therapy is that it is a comforting process and an action-oriented approach focused in the present. The author continues that the weakness is it may not work in extreme cases.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Applications of Cognitive Therapy
Listening to Internal Dialogue
Dream Therapy
Conditions Treated by Cognitive Therapy
Depression
Suicide Prevention
Strengths and Weaknesses
Ellis's Rational-Emotive Therapy (RET)
Strengths and Weaknesses
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"Beck believed that problems resulted from cognitive distortions, that is, were based in a person's thinking. Beck believed that a person's thought, beliefs, attitudes and perceptions were the basis for what emotions they would experience and how intense those emotions would be and that by changing the thinking a person could change their experience."
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