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Papers On Music
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Sinead O'Connor & The Philosophies Of Tolstoy, Rushkin, Bica, and Maritain
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A 5 page paper discussing the works of a controversial artist, Sinead O'Connor, in light of the philosophical interpretation and ideas of the listed philosopher/writers. Bibliography lists four sources.
Filename: Sinead.doc
Tchaikovsky's Ballet Music (Russian)
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5 pages analytically discussing the creation, performance, and performing arts science behind the classics 'Swan Lake' and 'Nutcracker Suite' by Tchaikovsky. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Ballet.wps
My Personal Relationship To Music
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A 3 pages essay that expresses the writer's personal feelings about music. The writer argues that music is a highly complex, abstract language that bypasses the brain and affects the central nervous system directly causing a change in mood. The essay goes on to discuss this emotional component of music and its implications. No sources cited.
Filename: 90music.rtf
Music Appreciation: The Art of Listening
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A 12 page research paper that examines the art of music appreciation and what it takes to really listen to music. The writer argues that knowledge of how music is composed and musical history adds to the appreciation and enjoyment of the discerning listener. The three planes of listening as defined by Aaron Copland are discussed and the writer includes a brief survey of the basic period in musical development. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: 90listen.rtf
Music Education; the Kodaly and Suzuki Methods
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This 12 page paper provides an overview of both the Kodaly and Suzuki methods of musical instruction, outlines the history of both methods, the structure of the systems and their intended use. This paper also considers what they are best used for, and focuses primarily on the use of these methods for instruction in piano. Bibliography lists 20 sources.
Filename: MHMusic.wps
Mozart's Minuet for String Quartet in D Major
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A 4 page opinion paper on a particular minuet. The writer details the structure of the piece, its quality, the composer's apparent intentions, and the emotional response of the listener. No bibliography is included.
Filename: Minuetd.wps
Mozart/His Operas
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A 6 page research paper which gives a brief survey of some of Mozart's operas, such a The Marriage of Figaro, and Don Giovanni. The writer argues that operas a central current in Mozart's art and that through his work opera achieved some of its finest moments. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: 99opera.wps
Reactions to Mozart's Minuet for Piano
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A 4 page opinion paper on a particular minuet. The writer details the structure of the piece, its quality, the composer's apparent intentions, and the emotional response of the listener. No bibliography is included.
Filename: Minuet.wps
Smetana's 'Sarka,' Mozart's Piano Concert #22, & Schumann's Symphony #3
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5 pages in length. The three composers, seemingly so different, shared a number of characteristics. The three pieces of music are examined (briefly), as is the life of the individual composers. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: 3Compose.rtf
J.S. Bach's 'A Mighty Fortress Is Our God' / Musical Analysis
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A 5 page research paper and analysis of this famous hymn -- based on an earlier version by Martin Luther. The writer demonstrates how the Lutheran congregational chorale music influenced Bach's work and, specifically, how this hymn can be seen as a representation of Bach Baroque style. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Mightyfo.wps
J.S. Bach/Suite #3 in D Major
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A 5 page research paper that analyzes Johann Sebastian Bach's Suite no. 3 in D major. The writer leads the reader through the sections of the Suite explaining how the instruments are utilized and describing where Bach modulates the music from one key to a contrasting key. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: 90suite3.rtf
