History of the Harpsichord
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A 6 page research paper that offers a brief history of the harpsichord, its development and the principal schools that characterized the production of the instrument during its heyday. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khharp.rtf

History of the Trumpet
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A 15 page research paper that examines the long evolution of the trumpet. Long used as a military signaling device, or as a symbol of high social status, an examination of the trumpet's history and evolution demonstrates that it is only in its modern incarnation that the trumpet fulfills its full potential as a musical instrument capable of great versatility. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: khtrhis.rtf

Igor Stravinsky's 'The Rite of Spring'
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A 6 page research paper on this revolutionary work by this famous Russian composer. Its debut in 1913 was by far the most dramatic, and the most scandalous, in music history. The primitive nature of the music and ballet nearly caused a riot as people screamed and hooted at the stage. The writer discusses the nature of the music and the ballet which caused such a severe reaction from its first audience. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Springrit.wps

Igor Stravinsky/Influence/Jazz, Folk Music
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A 10 page research paper that examines the music of Igor Stravinsky and his place in musical history. The writer particularly focuses on the influence of folk music and jazz on Stravinsky and how these influences were manifested in his work. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: khigstmu.wps

Impact of European Music/Africa & India
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A 5 page research paper that examines the impact of European musical traditions on Indian and African music. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khafinmu.rtf

Impact of Music Lyrics & Videos on Children and Youth
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5 pages. The impact of music lyrics and videos on children and youth is devastating. They are exposed to lyrics and videos concerning death, sex, and drug usage. Impressionable young people take those lyrics and videos to heart, and become ensconced in a world that is based on the music. Music plants ideas in the minds of those young people. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Musiclv.wps

Italian Music & Its Development Over a Thousand Years
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An 8 page discussion of Italian music and its key works & figures during various times ranging from the Middle Ages through the Baroque, Renaissance, and 19th & 20th century periods. Many key composers and the significance of their historic contributions are discussed. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Italmusi.wps

J.S. Bach/Counterpoint
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A 9 page research paper that examines counterpoint and Bach's contrapuntal technique. The writer discusses various contrapuntal techniques and offers examples of how these were used by Bach. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khconbac.rtf

J.S. Bach/The Musical Offering (BWV 1079)
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An 8 page research paper that analyzes the two ricercars that are part of Bach's "Musical Offering" to Frederick the Great. A form of fugue, the writer offers a detailed musical comparison of the two. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: khb1079.rtf

Jamaica and the Music - mon!
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(6 pp.) According to an internet site labeled "fantasy tours," Jamaica is "eternal summer." So it only makes sense that it would have "hot music." But we also learn, "the island" "has rugged mountain ranges, with Blue Mountain Peak, the highest point, soaring 7,402 feet. It has miles of white beaches, bordered by the blue Caribbean. It has 120 rivers flowing from the mountains to the coast. And it has great central plains, fertile agricultural lands, towering cliffs, magnificent waterfalls, and dense tropical forests." What that tells us is our "hot music," still has a lot of varied cultural influences. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: BBjahmus.doc

Janis Joplin
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of the life and emotional expression of Janis Joplin, with a focus on how her manic depression was described within her songs. This paper considers how Janis Joplin revolutionized music and style and relates specific songs to different periods in her life. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MHjoplin.wps

Jazz Music During the "Roaring Twenties"
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10 pages in length. A detailed look at Jazz music as an important socio-cultural trend in the U.S. during the 1920's and 30's. Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, W.C. Handy, & James P. Johnson are among a few of the artists examined from this era. Bibliography lists approximately 8 sources.
Filename: Jazzmusi.wps