A Look at Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Gershwin Songbook
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This 6 page paper looks at the album first released in 1959. Some biographical information on Ella Fitzgerald is included. Jazz in the 1950s is discussed, and finally, an analysis of the album is provided. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: SA232Ela.rtf

A Philosophical Inquiry As to Whether or Not Music Evokes Images
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A 10 page paper which considers, both pro and con, the question, 'Does music evoke images?' Specifically considered will be musical images with regard to man's behavior in society, man with himself, and finally, man with his fellow man. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: TGmusic.wps

A Proposed Research Study To Investigate the Effect of Music in Postoperative Pain Management
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An 8 page proposal for a research study designed to evaluate the effect of music in pain reduction in elderly patients. This paper asserts that physiologic, pathophysiologic, and psychosocial patient variables influence patient recovery and stresses that nurses and other medical personnel need to make provisions for each of these variables both before and after surgery. The author contends that music in the postoperative environment could be tremendously effective in meeting the goal of pain reduction. Details a comparative study among two groups of elderly patients which is designed to evaluate this contention. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PPpainRs.rtf

A Review of Two Concerts : Godsmack and Disturbed
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This 5 page paper analyzes the two rock concerts for various elements such as sound quality and showmanship. The meaning in the music, as well as the type of crowds present, are also discussed. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: SA150rok.rtf

AALIYAH
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This 2.5-page paper examines the brief life of singer/actress Aaliyah Houghton, her contribution to the music industry and why she was able to connect with her fans, although she died young. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: MTaaliy.rtf

Aaron Copland and His Music
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A 7 page discography with 25% history on Aaron Copland and his music. The paper highlights his ballets, operas, and discusses his contributions to the film industry. Bibliography lists14 sources.
Filename: Copland.wps

Acoustics/Musical Instruments
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An 11 page research paper that, first of all, considers the various forms of excitation employed by musical instruments. String, woodwinds, brass, and percussion instruments are discussed. The second half of this paper focuses on the piano: how the strings are excited, how the acoustics of the piano differ from the classical model, etc. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: khmusaco.rtf

Adult Music Appreciation
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Adult Music Appreciation: This 21-page analytical essay examines a plethora of subjective and objective concepts germane to the life-learning experiences of listening to music. In addition, the views expressed herein will be those that are outside the scope of typical norms that are associated with the commercial entertainment musical genre. Bibliography lists 5 sources. SNMusica.doc
Filename: SNMusica.doc

Aerosmith
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A 10 page research paper that examines the 25-year career of the rock group Aerosmith. The writer looks at the factors that have contributed to this group's amazing longevity. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: 99aerosm.rtf

An Analysis of John Cage's Music of Changes
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This 5 page paper looks at this composer's methods of writing. The I Ching and his Zen practices are duly noted. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA327JC.rtf

An Overview of Latin Jazz
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This 10 page paper provides an overview of Latin jazz with a focus on history. Numerous famous individuals, such as Dizzy Gillespie, are discussed along with certain places such as New York City as a significant locale where Latin Jazz emerged. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
Filename: SA224jaz.rtf

Analysis of Doo Wop (That Thing)
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This 5 page paper provides a sociological analysis of the lyrics of Lauryn Hills hit song. There is a focus on race, class and male/female relationships. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA19Hill.wps