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.
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