Submit a written description of each video presented on the M4S4 Infographic.
Music Therapy Video “B” – write the title and description of the video content below the title.
Category: Music
• Select a composer from the list provided below and write a 7-8 page paper, focusing on 3 aspects of the composer’s life:
1.Personal life and cultural influences
2.Compositional genres (vocal, instrumental, opera, symphony, etc.)
3.Compositions – select 3 and describe in detail.
I chose (GUSTAV MAHLER) As my composer ‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️
Here is your Class Research Project and Instructions:-
Choose a country of the world, or a region
Research its music and dance cultures
Mention about the origin of the various genres of music and dance
Mention about the evolution of the various music and dances
Mention about some of its famous performers, composers, etc.
Include YouTube video links
IF you are turning-in a Paper, it must be at least 3-pages in length
Make sure to cite References
Create a portrait of singer/actress Barbara Streisand. Please mention her life circumstances, her
artistic features, her public image, her movies and music and awards, etc., etc. Your primary goal is – to explain why this singer is so special, (her voice, stage manners, dress code, charisma, lifestyle, and
social status).
Your essay should be at minimum five (5) double-spaced, typed pages, or 1,250 words and attach abrief bibliography too.
Submit a written description of each video presented on the M4S4 Infographic.
Music Therapy Video “B” – write the title and description of the video content below the title.
For the assignment, you will write a 2-3 page analysis of one musical cue and analyze the music for one scene of a film. Talk about what you hear and see.
Analyze the scene 1:28:48- 1:32:24 and talk about what kind of music and instruments
you hear. Please use only 2 film functions.
Identify as many aspects of the music as you can – this might mean style, the kind or size of group performing the music, whether there are words, whether it sounds like something you’ve heard before, or any number of other observations.
Your analysis must:
Make a claim about the music of the scene – which functions of film music does the
scene fulfill?
Describe the music in detail – which instruments do you hear? Is a leitmotif used? Is the
music diegetic or nondiegetic?
Explain why this is important/how the music is effective
PLEASE USE THE LINKS I PROVIDED BELOW they have each source music in depth and
the music terminology you will need to provide in this paper.
MOVIE LINK:
https://tubitv.com/movies/676663/the-clovehitch-killer?start=truehttps://tubitv.com/movies/676663/the-clovehitch-killer?start=truehttps://tubitv.com/movies/676663/the-clovehitch-killer?start=true
Analyze the scene 1:28:48- 1:32:24
talk about what kind of music and instruments you hear.
For the assignment, you will write a 2-3 page analysis of one musical cue and analyze the music for one scene of a film. Talk about what you hear and see. Talk about how the
music sounds and makes the audience feel. Talk about how there are music shifts towards the scenes and how loud and low the music becomes.
Analyze the scene 1:05:00- 1:10:00 and talk about what kind of music and instruments
you hear. Please use only 2 film functions.
Identify as many aspects of the music as you can – this might mean style, the kind or size of group performing the music, whether there are words, whether it sounds like something you’ve heard before, or any number of other observations.
Your analysis must:
Make a claim about the music of the scene – which functions of film music does the
scene fulfill?
Describe the music in detail – which instruments do you hear? Is a leitmotif used? Is the
music diegetic or nondiegetic?
Explain why this is important/how the music is effective
PLEASE USE THE LINKS I PROVIDED BELOW they have each source music in depth and
the music terminology you will need to provide in this paper.
MOVIE LINK:
Analyze the scene 1:05:00- 1:10:00 and talk about what kind of music and instruments
you hear. Please use only 2 film functions.
Research Assignment Directions: Choose one artist from the list below.
Research the artist using a minimum of THREE approved, different, and credible sources.
Sample assignments are available in the guidelines here: RESEARCH ASSIGNMENT: SAMPLES
Follow the writing prompts in each of the four questions below and write your answers in paragraphs using complete sentences in objective, fact based, third person writing. Each question has a minimum paragraph and word count and will be graded individually.
Following the guidelines under CREDIBLE SOURCES GUIDELINES include the approved sources that you used to write your paragraphs at the end of each question (questions 1 through 3) and provide the direct links if applicable.
Question 4 requires you to include a direct link to the song or video
Choose one of the following artists to research and answer the questions/prompts:
Ruth Brown, Mahalia Jackson ,Nina Simone, Janis Martin, Marianne Faithfull, Yoko Ono, Bonnie Raitt, Suzi Quatro, Sylvia Robinson, Chrissie Hynde, Lzzy Hale, Exene Cervenka, Ani DiFranco, Liz Phair, Poly Styrene, Sinead O’Connor, Gwen Stefani, Sheryl Crow, Gloria Estefan, or Erykah Badu
**DO NOT copy and paste the questions into your assignment
Question 1
Early Life and Career (150-300 words): Write TWO or more paragraphs and briefly discuss in your own words the artist’s early life and how their career began. Include in your paragraphs: where your artist is from, how were they introduced to music, important events leading up to the beginning of their career, and who or what influenced their musical style. (25 points)
Sources used: List the specific sources you used below your writing including direct links if applicable.
Question 2
Music Achievements (250-400 words): Write TWO or more paragraphs and briefly discuss in your own words the significant aspects of the artist’s music career. Include in your paragraphs: the artist’s music genre(s), relevant musical achievements and contributions, include their biggest hit songs/albums if applicable, and nominations and awards. Did your artist overcome barriers to reach success? Has your artist discussed in written work, song lyrics, or interviews how being a woman has affected her career? (35 points)
Sources used: List the specific sources you used below your writing including direct links if applicable.
Question 3
Influence and Legacy (150-300 words): Write TWO or more paragraphs and briefly discuss in your own words the influence, impact and legacy of the artist. Include in your paragraphs: was your artist a pioneer, or did they start a movement or trend? Did they influence the music industry or other artists? Include information about their death/or what they are currently doing today. (25 points)
Sources used: List the specific sources you used below your writing including direct links if applicable.
Question 4
Song Reviews (100-200 words for EACH song): Listen to/or watch THREE SONGS and/or music videos by the artist. In a standalone paragraph for EACH song, name the song and briefly evaluate IN YOUR OWN WORDS what you listened to and learned. Briefly describe each song in as much detail as possible. You can include in your descriptions: the musical elements such as sound quality/techniques, instrumentation, subject of the lyrics, storyline, vocal quality and delivery style, music, rhythm, visual effects (if applicable), dynamics (soft/loud), tempo (slow, medium, fast, or changing). Review the sample assignment for ideas on how to approach this question. Provide a direct link to the song or video below each paragraph. Direct links can be preferably from YouTube, or other accessible sites with public access
1. Discuss ways the seventies expanded trends of the sixties.
2. Explain the Watergate scandal.
3. What are some reasons that environmental issues became a concern?
4. Express what is meant by the “Me Decade”.
5. List specific rock and jazz characteristics included in “Miles Runs the Voodoo Down”.
6. Describe some musical characteristics that define heavy metal.
7. Name some orchestra instruments used in “Nights in White Satin” by the Moody Blues.
Why was the mellotron used in place of the orchestra?
8. Give some examples of progressive characteristics found in “Roundabout” by Yes.
9. Define minimalism and name some classical composers leading the movement.
10. Explain how non-musical sounds were incorporated into rock and name the leading composers of this technique.
11. How is glitter or glam rock different from progressive?
12. Give some examples of progressive technique in “Space Oddity” by David Bowie.
13. Give some examples of progressive techniques in “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen.
14.Heavy metal has been a very controversial genre because of the association with death symbols and teenage suicide. Discuss Ozzy Osbourne’s song “Suicide Solution” and the overall powerful effect of heavy metal. Do you think the sound of music or the meaning of song lyrics could cause listeners to do things they would not otherwise do? (This should be 2 paragraphs)
I choose Duke Ellington and Louis Armstrong as the two focused artists of the paper. You could add to mention other artists or styles that listed in the PDF.
Please do not go historical or too biographical, focused on the musical elements from the compositions or songs.