...orchestra. However, the music being played was contemporary popular culture songs that had been rearranged to fit a classical style. From the very first note, I was captivated with the performance. The music was arranged so beautifully. It was amazing hearing songs that I was familiar with played in a new...
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...Music lovers all across the world can express themselves through their favorite type of music. Regardless of the type of music you love, I bet there has been a time when you have done so. Whether you found yourself happy, depressed, or even angry, music can help you pull through. The musical preference that I turn to is usually rock or metal for my anger, rap for when I am happy and country for the sadder days. Motionless in White and Korn are two of my favorite bands that help me to have a sense of control and fulfillment as a major musical lover. These bands have various similarities in their genres, lifestyles, and personal connections that they create with their fans, yet both are very distinct! Both of the bands Motionless in White and Korn are a form of the genre, metal. The band Motionless in White is classified as metalcore, which is also known as screamo; the band Korn is classified as nu-metal, in reference to the term new-age-metal. The instruments involved in making this type of music include many of your basics; electric guitars, drums, etc. Though both bands have these instruments, Motionless in White’s main instrument is the singer’s voices. With the way they scream, most people would not understand them, but to their fans it is amazing that one person could sound like a type of machine had distorted the voice and made it the way it sounds, and to make it presentable to the audience so that it is understandable is an art of its own! Korn on the other hand has...
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...Twenty-third Annual Souren L. Chamichian Endowment Concert. The ensemble was triumphantly dramatic and emotionally rich with graceful phrasing, smooth transition and beautiful sound. The Staples Family Concert Hall was ecstatic as the St. Lawrence String Quartet showed their passion for the music. The concentrated silence showed me that the crowd was eager to hear the ensemble. The St. Lawrence String Quartet did not disappoint, resulting in a standing ovation that was much deserved. The St. Lawrence String Quartet performed 3 pieces during the concert. String Quartet in C...
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...Faith Hernandez Hetal Thaker English 051 February 2, 2015 The Angel on My Shoulder My grandmother was a truly amazing person. She was compassionate, a great cook and the most loving person I know, and without any ego at all. In other words, exactly like me! Seriously, though, we have a lot in common. Among other things, I inherited her ugly feet, her love of lilies and her obsession with books. She preferred mystery novels and gospel music. While I shared her love of mystery novels I wasn’t fond of the gospel music. I remember having a sleepover at her house, which happened often when I was young, and waking up to the smell of pancakes and bacon. I looked forward to breakfast with my Gram, we would sit at the table, eat and listen to her gospel music. I may not have been fond of her music, I was a young teen after all, but that time with her on those mornings meant the world to me. The difference in music we had was only skin-deep That reminds me of one small difference between us: she was an amazing cook, while I still have trouble boiling noodles. Salmon cakes, pasta, and chocolate peanut butter no bake cookies were a few of my favorites. Everything she made was all so good. You could walk into her house and pass out from the smells alone. It makes me hungry just thinking about it. As we both grew older, we grew even closer. When my mom and I would fight, which happened many times, she always took my side, even when I was clearly in the wrong. She...
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...Growing up in my home, music was something my family & I cherished. Not a day went by, we weren't singing, humming, or rapping to a tune. Out of a countless amount of genres, R&B happened to be my favorite. R&B music has always been a huge component in my life. As many may not know, R&B music has been one of my greatest influences throughout my entire life. This music has molded me into being the strong and assertive individual I am today. It also has helped me figure out the individual I’m striving to be in the future. From time to time, I tend to let all of my emotions breeze through my mind to a stage where I feel I cannot control them. That’s where the music comes in. It empowers me to express every emotion I am feeling at the moment. Whenever...
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...with Mick Fleetwood who would use the drums and percussion. Lindsey Buckingham also sang, played the guitar, and played the keyboards. They performed collectively as a group. I chose this group because I have always liked their music or even just Stevie Nick’s music. I grew up listening to their music from my mom and aunt always playing it. I just love Stevie Nick’s voice she has as amazing voice. The music that was performed at this concert was Pop with a combination of rock and contemporary. While listening to this concert it, in my opinion, had a blues kind of vibe as well. Their music has never been considered to be blues, but it just had a feel like blues does. It defiantly had some strong rock tunes throughout the concert. They even used their instruments as another instrument, which I thought was kind of amazing. They would beat on their guitars and even use their feet. The concert was more about the musical instruments and how they were played more than there was singing. Fleetwood Mac is a British American group that has formed and evolved thru many years. They started in the 1960’s specifically 1967. Even though they have changed their members more than once, they have always played the same kind of tunes. Their music is mostly rock music, using a lot of drums, guitars, tambourine, and keyboards. Their songs would start off with just the instruments playing for a few minutes before they would even start off singing. Some songs would even have an extra-long ending...
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...noticeable in every song. I noticed the instruments played more than he did, which tells me he enjoyed playing his instruments more than singing. He blends his voice very well with his trumpet, the whole album gives off a laid back vibe to relax to. The album “ Satch Plays Fats” was dedicated to “Fats” Waller, and the two artist had many similarities. They both are very entertaining when it comes to there music ,and both are African Americans who sing from there soul. Evaluation: In listening to the smooth, trumpet sounds of Louis Armstrong it made me understand the strong meaning behind his music. Just through his lyrics I could feel the pain and struggle in his music of what he was going through in the song “ Black and Blue”. After listening to his CD, I realized how others could possibly start to like his music, it can touch you in a certain way. Overall I did actually like the album, in the beginning I never would have gave jazz a listen or even thought about actually liking some of the music from it. After taking the time to review and listen to Armstrong’s music I found a new interest. What I would like to know is how did he come up with his powerful lyrics, I would like to know if he was in the moment when he wrote his lyrics. They’re very simple lyrics but also very deep. Leonardo Da Vinci Gardner’s Art Through the Ages Summary: During this semester I took Survey of Art History II and had the privilege to become familiar with many of Da Vinci’s paintings. The...
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...the keyboard instruments and the percussion. They performed the works of Frédéric Chopin and his Piano Concerto No.1 in E Minor Op. 11. As well as Camille Saint-Saëns Symphony No.3 in C Minor OP. 78. Overall the musical choice and sounds were marvelous, and the performers themselves played very well and executed the music and sounds of each arrangement and movements perfectly....
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...which people are presented and perceived or interpreted in a particular way. Firstly is the New Man ( breaking the stereotype), this example is from the Amazing Spiderman. In the film, Andrew Garfield is presented as being the hero, but he approaches it in a different way. It proves that the hero is not traditionally ‘macho’ or aggressive as he is a geekier/nerdy lead character which goes against the norm. Also he is not afraid to be seen as smart and being clever due to him having a positive attitude. His iconography is that he is dressed as Peter Parker; which reflects his desire to ‘blend in’ with his 2 identities. When is being Spiderman, the colour pallet is always brighter. It also tells us that he is young, which creates audience identification. The mise-en-scene of the settings reflects his surroundings. For instance, in the city, he looks out of place, whereas at home, the lighting and colour pallet reflects his clothing. In The Amazing Spiderman, the lead still follows the stereotype to a certain extent as the lead is still a male, where he is still actively saving the day and the female role. He is not the victim in the film and is defined in the film by what he does and who is he: Spiderman. Another type is Masculinity (GQ magazine). The colours of the wording are bold and masculine; blue & red. Blue is a strong and assertive colour which connotes independence, while red denotes passion and danger. On the front cover, we have Matthew McConaughey using direct mode...
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...homework assignment that are associated with the Breeder’s Own Case on page 113 (40 points). Problem 1 A group of Notre Dame students is contemplating pursuing a music career. They have to make their decisions in a hurry because if they are not going to pursue music they have to put a lot of energy into finding a job this spring through career services center here on campus. Currently they are all music, all of the time. They have an incredible band called “The Rock”. Their tunes resemble a mix of the funkier sides of ColdPlay, Sam Smith, and Justin Timberlake. Their music has been described as “soulful rock” with an obvious appeal to mainstream America. Their music provides up-tempo rhythms with short interludes of playful and powerful rap that provides social commentary that resonates with youths and young adults alike. They have been suggested to provide anthems to achievement and goal setting. Beyond that, they have powerful love ballads that will touch even the most stubborn romantic. Their lead singer is absolutely amazing and the musicians are world class. They were in the same dorm as freshmen and quickly bonded over music and never looked back. They have played all of the campus venues and have started to branch out. They have the music, they have the musicians, and they have a very strong local following and increasingly among the regions from which the individuals in the band come from (Chicago, Cincinnati, Las Cruces, New Mexico, Silver Springs, MD,...
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...Jazz music enthusiast, and co-founder of the Jazz at Lincoln Center. Revealing his private side with the help of family, friends, and musical associates. Wynton Marsalis is described by Gourse as an individual who craves a place for Jazz within the classical music establishment. He was born and raised in New Orleans to a musical family. Gourse takes you through his journey through the big move to New York City and training at Juilliard away from home. Soon after through his first band, Jazz Messengers which he began playing with at the age of nineteen. Before long his big Grammy win of both classical and Jazz albums to his present day life. As well as debating...
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...Jimi Hendrix was born on November 27th, 1942 in Seattle Washington. He was known for his amazing singing, songwriting, and of course his guitar. He was a major influence on rock music because of his use of the electric guitar and is known to be one of the best to ever play. He has significantly changed the life of rock music forever and will always be remembered. In his early childhood stage, his original name was Johnny Allen Hendrix and then his father later changed his name to James Marshall. His mother had passed away when Jimi was only 16 and his father had left right as his mother gave birth to his two brothers Leon and Joseph. Jimi had a rather tough childhood, living with many different families and acquaintances, but it was music that...
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...incredible meaning to him, particularly, the first section. He stated that the show is a connection between architecture, the human body, and soul. The Kennedy center provided a beautiful visual of the show and its elegant décor was amazing. The show was split into three powerful performances. The first performance was called “Passengers”. Prior to the dance beginning, Heim states this represents losing one’s self temporarily. Passengers showed a huge train build...
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...Reba McEntire is not only an extremely talented country music star, she is an incredibly influential woman. Reba was born in McAlester, Oklahoma, on March 28. Her musical career began in 1974 when she signed with Mercury Records. Reba endured a lot as a younger musician. In 1991, seven of Reba’s band mates died in a plane crash. This broke Reba’s heart, and really stunted her career, but she persevered. Reba once said “As a woman, you don't complain, you work twice as hard and you do your job. You try to outsmart them, you try to outwork them and get there first. You help out, you volunteer, you're at the front of the line.” This quote shows why Reba is a hardworking and strong role model. Reba is influential because she stands up for her values...
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...Following the Band: Review of the Film Almost Famous Almost famous, written and directed by Cameron Crowe , is an endearing coming of age film that follows the adventures and experiences William Miller, of a teenage writer played by Patrick Fugit, as he follows an up and coming rock and roll band (Stillwater) in order to write a cover story for Rolling Stone Magazine in the early 1970's. William Miller is a bright-eyed and intelligent young high school student with a passion for both writing and rock music. Confined by an overly concerned and strict mother who has a irrational dislike for rock and roll music, William is desperate to break away and create a life for himself. William is determined it find an outlet and eventually lands a job writing album reviews for a local newspaper. Lester Bangs, an editor of Cream (a low-budget rock and roll magazine) played by Philip Seymour Hoffman, stumbles across William's album reviews and enjoys his work. Lester ends up getting ahold of William and offers him a job reporting on a Black Sabbath Concert. William excitedly accepts the offer, but is unable to gain access to the hugely popular Black Sabbath after the concert. Fortunately for William the members of the opening band, Stillwater, are very willing to be interviewed and provide him with enough material to write a solid report. William's piece on Stillwater catches the eye of an editor at Rolling Stone Magazine, Ben Fong-Torres ( played by Terry Chen ), who was so impressed by...
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