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Arista Records, 2007.
This paper examines the strategic management of the Arista Records company.
911 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 32.95
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This paper looks at the importance of strategic management within the music industry, focusing on the Arista Records company. The paper discusses the importance of factors such as strategic alliances, eliminating unnecessary drains upon the budget, protecting the company from threats such as piracy and illegal copyright practices and finally, maintaining its favorable image with the public. The paper reveals that Arista's future in terms of strategic alliance, budget control and innovative products appears to be bright. The paper shows how, as part of a larger conglomerate, the company seems to be aware of the importance of strategic alliances that can be used as a vehicle for further innovative ideas and a concomitant increase in revenue.
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"In creating strategic alternatives for a company, it is important to take into account the various challenges and dynamics of the current business world. Particularly, it is also important that the company focus on the specific industry within which they function, and how they can best use industry developments in order to create a sound strategic management program. Functioning within the music industry, Arista Records is no exception to this paradigm."
"The music industry has seen rapid and extreme changes over the decades since the 1950's. Vinyl records have for example been replaced by CD's, which has been supplemented by digital music technology. On the industry scale, large conglomerates such as Sony and BMG have begun to monopolize the industry, making competition and market entry difficult for small-scale companies without affiliations with large-scale conglomerates."
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Musical Therapy, 2007.
An experiment to determine the effects of musical therapy upon the learning process.
1,420 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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The paper discusses the therapeutic value of classical music. The paper presents an experiment to observe if musical therapy actually increases performance in learning. The paper shows how the results were inconclusive, in that they showed no statistical correlation between learning and classical music itself. The writer notes that he/she has, however, identified many errors that could be attributed to the poor results.
Outline:
Introduction
Background
Purpose statement
Methods
Results
Discussion
Summary
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"People tend to think that any type of background music will cause them to become calm and focused, receiving the therapeutic effects of music. Quite to the contrary Dr. Oliver Sacks, a neurologist writes that there is a strong difference between recreational music and therapeutic music. He explains, "the power of music to integrate and cure is quite fundamental. It is the profoundest non-chemical medication" (Sacks, npg). The beauty of music in general is that music is very easily absorbed by our minds. Since it is such an easy integrating method with our brains, we can achieve a sense of greater peace and tranquility when fully concentrating on music."
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The Changing Sounds of Jazz, 2007.
This paper discusses jazz focusing on the Dixieland revival of the 1930s and the blues revival of the 1960s.
1,727 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 55.95
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In this article, the writer notes that the sounds of jazz with its unique rhythms, instrumentals and vocals remain a mystery to many even today. However, the writer points out, it is more through a lack of understanding of the sounds of jazz, perhaps even the history of the music that it is cast into the category of musical mystery for those less gifted, but who nonetheless appreciate good music. The writer discusses two special moments in the history of jazz:the Dixieland revival period, or the "Swing Era," during the early 1930s and going into the 1940s; and the blues revival of the 1960s. The writer notes that a look at these two periods of musical history is interesting, and a music lover's delight, and informative when considering the influence both periods had on what is jazz today.
Outline:
The Dixieland Revival of the 1930s
Blues Revival of the 1960s
Conclusion
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"Some historians have traced the roots of blues to a period in American history beginning with the arrival of the first slaves, in 1619. Ambiguous or contentious as that may be, it nonetheless serves as a marker for what is surely one of the most significant forms of music in America; the blues. Perhaps what can be said, without contention and without setting historians and musicians alike into a tailspin, is that the blues, like Dixieland, have experienced peaks and low in musical history, and has contributed and influenced the heart of jazz. One of the significant periods in history where the blues experienced both a revival in sound and style, and from which, like the Dixieland of the 1930s, emerged new figures of greatness; and a time that greatly influenced and helped spotlight once again jazz, is the 1960s."
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Britten's Midsummer's Night, 2007.
This paper discusses the opera 'Midsummer Night's Dream' by Benjamin Britten.
986 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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In this article, the writer notes that Benjamin Britten obtained the plot for the opera, "Midsummer Night's Dream", from Shakespeare's play by the same name. The writer relates that in 1960 Britten, along with his companion, Peter Pears, presented it as a showpiece for friends and for a wide variety of talents. The writer points out that the opera contains a largely spoken, theatrical part, a boy's soprano choir, a large fairy who sings coloratura, a simple country bumpkin named Bottom whose head is turned into an ass' head by Puck and romantic subplots. The writer maintains that the opera is humorous and lyrical and a treat for the musical ear. The writer concludes that in this opera, the audience falls in love with Puck and with the fairies, as if the love-juice had been put on their own eyes.
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"Britten starts the opera in what was the second act of Shakespeare's play, but refers to what happened, so the audience does not feel anything is missing. The rustic folk, the fairies and the lovers are first presented in the woods around Athens and from there on the action never stops. The lead role of Oberon is sung by a countertenor, which is very rare, as leads are usually sung by tenors or basses. As the fairies appear, the well-known song, "Over hill, over dale" is heard, sung by Tytania's young boys' fairy choir. The strange relationship of Tytania and Bottom is the central romantic story that Britten chose to make the centerpiece of the opera. The dominating female fairy has a very difficult role to play, as she is attracted to Bottom, but is subject to Oberon and his accomplice, Puck, who make her life very difficult and her music hard to sing."
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Hermes, Son of Zeus, 2007.
This paper describes the Greek god Hermes, or as the Romans call him Mercury, as presented in Apollodorus' writings and in Homer's "The Iliad" and "Hymn IV".
915 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 32.95
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This paper explains that Hermes, son of Zeus and the nymph Maia, who was an extremely active god, is well known for his actions as a newborn child and his involvement in the Trojan War. The author points out that Homer, in his epic poem "The Iliad" and his "Hymn IV" pays homage to Hermes as both a youth and as an accomplished and powerful god; whereas, Apollodorus focuses on Hermes' actions as an infant. The paper states that both authors present Hermes as being powerful, majestic and cunning.
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"Essentially, Hermes forces Apollo and Zeus to recognize his potential as a god. If they decided to give him his due, he would exert himself in a powerful, but majestic way. If, however, he was not granted what he believed that he deserved, he would be able to cause much trouble for the immortals. Zeus, through Apollo, wisely recognized Hermes' potential and awarded him a desirable position in the kingdom of the immortals. Although Hermes is most associated as the messenger god, he was also in charge of commerce and escorting people to Hades."
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Baroque Vs. Classical Music, 2007.
This paper discusses and contrasts the Baroque style versus the Classical style of music.
766 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 27.95
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The paper examines differences in the Baroque and the Classical music styles. The paper looks at the melody, rhythm, harmony, texture, form and dynamics of both styles. The paper discusses the Sonata Allegro form and what types of works commonly use this form. The paper discusses the music of Mozart and relates that he is often seen as a bridge between the Baroque and the Classical eras.
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"In contrast to Classical music, Baroque music primarily tries to create a feeling of continuity rather than tell a story through a developing, evolving, or shifting use of melody. In Baroque pieces, the opening melody will be heard over and over again in the course of the piece. Many Baroque melodies are quite ornamental and elaborate while Classical melodies are much less adorned, and much easier to play and to remember ("Characteristics of Baroque Music," Thinkquest.org, 2007; "Characteristics of Baroque Music," Thinkquest.org, 2007). This greater simplicity allowed Classical composers to play with the use melody more within the different movements of the piece."
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Romanticism, 2007.
A discussion of romanticism, explaining that it is the artistic movement that appeared as a reaction against the rationalism,.
3,376 words (approx. 13.5 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 96.95
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This paper reviews and discusses romanticism. The paper takes a look at the art, music and poetry that emerged during the romantic era. The paper describes its history, the main elements of romanticism and how it differed in different countries. The paper then goes on to discuss political romanticism.
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"The romantic musicians found their muse of inspiration in literary works, paintings, and other art sources. Therefore, they believed in the same art values, like freedom of form, peculiar vibration of feelings, impulsive reactions, uniqueness, etc. As literary works reveal solitary characters to bear the imprint of emotional experience, music reveals instruments that have exactly the same role as characters in literature. They create the emotional values. The French composer Hector Berlioz and the Hungarian musician Franz Liszt had the roots of their inspiration in literature. Plenty of music works were created in the 19th century. The most known and successful ones are written by Schubert, Johannes Brahms, Hugo Wolf, Robert Schumann, and Richard Strauss. Abstract music was expressed in chamber music and symphonies. In this respect, there are plenty of composers who may be given as example. Musicians like Schubert, Schumann, Brahms, Tchaikovsky were the most important as they tried new free form music, adapted for the piano, mostly."
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Music Therapy, 2007.
This paper discusses music therapy and looks at the power of music in helping individuals.
2,409 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 73.95
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In this essay, the writer discusses that since humans first walked on the earth, they have used music as a way of gaining inner peace, solitude and pleasure. The writer points out that with voice alone or musical instruments, with friends and family and small groups and large, music has been an important part of human societies throughout the world. Music connects with the inner self. It provokes emotional response, or it reduces it. The writer notes that it is not surprising, then, that modern-day therapists use music as part of their treatment for social or emotional problems for the youngest child to older adults. Music therapy is as old as the beginning of humankind, itself. The writer concludes that it is only recently that it is finally being recognized for the power and importance it plays in helping individuals of all ages, backgrounds and mental, physical and spiritual needs.
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"Although music therapy has only recently been designated as a profession, it goes back to the earliest of times. At the beginning of the 19th century, William B. Davis reported on the activities of The Guild of St Cecilia, established in 1891 by the musician Canon Harford, which played calming music to a large number of patients in London hospitals. Unfortunately, the Guild was closed due to criticism from the musical and medical press, lack of funds and Harford's illness. Davis also noted that a number of similar organizations were founded in the United States during the early 20th century. However, they also did not last long."
"During World War II, there was an increasing interest in using music as a therapy for soldiers who were returning home in mental or physical pain. Hospitals and physicians increasingly began to use music and asked musicians for research that would indicate the therapeutic value. Musicians, however, did not have the academic background for such research."
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The Oracle of Delphi, 2007.
This paper discusses the Oracle of Delphi of ancient Greece, including the important aspects of the cultural experience that took place at Delphi.
2,000 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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This paper explains that the Oracle at Delphi was one of the most important oracles in Greek culture because, not only did the Oracle evaluate most of the important actions by Greeks and their governments, but also the temple and its grounds served as a location for festivals, games and many other cultural events. The author points out that the Oracle at Delphi supported Apollo, one of the most important and powerful Greek gods, which attracted worshipers and consultants from all over the world. The paper related that the Oracle, who commented on battles, political decisions, governmental laws and social issues, had more influence than many of the most important rulers of the time.
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"Apollo's sphere of influence of the Greeks is legendary and well documented. According to Burkert, Apollo's sphere of influence included prophesizing or divination. Zeus clearly differentiated between Apollo and Dionysus, his other son, giving Dionysus reign over the erotic, or initiation spheres, effectively separating their duties and responsibilities, while he watched over both equally. In addition, Apollo's worshipers stretched from Sicily throughout the sphere of Greek influence, and more than one city or town was named for the god. In fact, there is at least some evidence that Apollo ..."
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Hip-Hop, 2007.
This paper discusses the social-cultural-musical phenomenon called Hip-Hop. circa 1965 to 1985.
1,830 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 58.95
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This paper explains that the post-civil rights and black power groups, who witnessed so many radical social changes, provided the attitude and style that gave birth to Hip-Hop. The author points out that MCs (emcees), DJs (deejays), break dancing and graffiti art are considered to be the roots of the movement that empowered urban youths to use music, dance and other forms of artistic expression to describe life as they saw it. The paper stresses that, when listening to today's Hip-Hop and R&B, it is important to remember that many artists from the 1990s, who are still around, do not consider today's Hip-Hip as "tru Hip-Hop".
Table of Contents:
What is Hip-Hop?
Roots of Hip-Hop Culture
Creativity
Bling-Bling?
Wrapping It Up
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"Depending on who was the first to be commercialized, one thing that will always be argued is that once Hip-Hop was made into a commodity it needed to be mass-produced. From the top, Hip-Hop artists would sign onto independent labels only because the owners were willing to take a risk. No major record label wanted to sign an artist who could only reach a certain group or community and when signing an artist, companies want to make sure that the artist would be able to sell records to all of America and not just the inner city suburbs."
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Beethoven and his Symphonies, 2007.
This paper provides a discussion of Ludwig Van Beethoven's life and his famous nine symphonies.
1,734 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 56.95
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The paper reveals that many consider Beethoven to be the greatest composer in the Western music tradition. The paper discusses Beethoven's earlier and later years and describes his famous nine symphonies.
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Early Life
First Works
Leaves for Vienna
Struggles with Deafness
Last Days
Symphony No. 1
Symphony No. 2
Symphony No. 3
Symphony No. 4
Symphony No. 5
Symphony No. 6
Symphony No. 7
Symphony No. 8
Symphony No. 9
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"Beethoven (1770-1827) is considered by many as the greatest composer in the Western music tradition. His stature among music composers is such that his name is familiar even to people who do not listen to classical music, while he is also held in the highest esteem by the most discerning connoisseurs of Western classical music. The wide range of his music composition encompasses a variety of genres, including symphonies, concertos, sonatas, string quartets, chamber music and opera, forming a bridge between the classical and romantic eras of musical history."
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Andrew Lloyd Webber, 2007.
This paper looks at Andrew Lloyd Webber as an original showman and provides a personal and professional biography.
1,190 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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In this article, the writer looks at Andrew Lloyd Webber's beginnings and discusses how he began his successful career in musicals. Love him or hate him, the writer points out that no critic can deny that he has composed some of the most memorable music of the latter half of the 20th century. The writer notes that his influence continues to be felt today. Further, the writer points out that Lloyd Webber continues to write, compose, and run the Really Useful Theater Company, and his songs and productions are still heard and seen around the world. The writer concludes that for Webber, star quality and staying power mean staying true to your initial vision and Webber's prime motivations have always been populism and the unabashed pursuit of profits.
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"For all of his extravagant visions for the theater, Andrew Lloyd Webber was born to humble beginnings on March 22, 1948. His parents lived in South Kensington, England. His father, William Southcombe Lloyd Webber, was a professor of music theory at Royal College of Music in England. His mother, Jean, was a singer and violinist. Unsurprisingly, with these beginnings, young Andrew showed an early love and aptitude for music. Andrew was an undoubted musical prodigy. At only three years old, he played violin and at six he composed his first songs."
"These were not simply the jottings of an amateur, however. At the tender age of nine he had his first piece of music published. But it was Andrew's aunt who first ignited the young boy's interest in stage musicals."
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