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Review Of Bear And Fred: A World War Ii Story By Iris Argaman, Katie E. Gosman Jan 2021

Review Of Bear And Fred: A World War Ii Story By Iris Argaman, Katie E. Gosman

Library Intern Book Reviews

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The Effect Of Richard Wagner's Music And Beliefs On Hitler's Ideology, Carolyn S. Ticker Sep 2016

The Effect Of Richard Wagner's Music And Beliefs On Hitler's Ideology, Carolyn S. Ticker

Musical Offerings

The Holocaust will always be remembered as one of the most horrific and evil events in all of history. One question that has been so pervasive in regards to this historical event is the question of why. Why exactly did Hitler massacre the Jewish people? Why did he come to the conclusion that the Jews were somehow lesser than him, and that it was okay to kill them? What and who were his influences and how did they help form Hitler’s opinions leading up to the Holocaust? Although more than one situation or person influenced Hitler, I believe that one …


Gorecki's Symphony No. 3, Op. 36, "Sorrowful Songs", Alyssa K. Griffith Apr 2014

Gorecki's Symphony No. 3, Op. 36, "Sorrowful Songs", Alyssa K. Griffith

The Research and Scholarship Symposium (2013-2019)

The experience of listening to Gorecki’s Symphony no. 3, op. 36 “Sorrowful Songs” is one that is not easily forgotten. It is not only musically captivating, but also historically fascinating. After its premiere in 1977, Gorecki’s piece captivated listeners across the globe as it became a cultural phenomenon in both Europe and America. The music was a stunning success in both the Classical and popular cultures. What is it about the music that is so captivating? How did the trending, popular thoughts compare to Gorecki’s original ideas and compositional motives? What actually inspired this piece? By looking at the composition …