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The Vespers Psalms Of Baldassare Galuppi, Scot Buzza

Theses and Dissertations--Music

Although Baldassare Galuppi was arguably the best known and most successful Italian composer of the eighteenth century, his name, his history, and his works have been relinquished to the periphery of the historiographical narrative. While Galuppi's masses, operas, and solo motets have been examined, his vespers psalms have been neglected by previous musicologists; most of the existing studies have been superficial, with little consideration of important questions such as formal approach, stylistic development, compositional idiosyncrasies, questions of authenticity, or what those factors might collectively tell the twenty-first-century musicologist about music in settecento Venice.

The bulk of this work consists of …

The Taiwanese Violin System: Educating Beginners To Professionals, Yu-Ting Huang

Theses and Dissertations--Music

The purpose of this study is to provide scholars information concerning of the Taiwanese violin educational system from the introduction of the violin in Taiwan to its current status as one of the most popular instruments to study.

The first chapter of this dissertation will discuss the most influential violin educators in Taiwan, about which very little has been published. The key figures such as Fu-Xing Zhang and Shu-De Li capitalized on the opportunities provided them by the Japanese occupation, playing a crucial role in the development of the Taiwanese music education system. The accomplishments of these musicians continue to …

"A Performing Artist's Journey...Begins" (Senior Showcase), Jennifer Boswell

Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects

As a Theatre major, my sponsor and I decided that my Honors Research Project would be a one-person, twenty-minute performance. Originally, this showcase was going to be a live theatre event. Due to coronavirus and social distancing, I had to adjust and adapt as I transformed my piece into a virtual performance.

In choosing the content that would be performed, I carefully selected pieces that represented my journey as a performing artist the past four years. I wanted to showcase my growth and range as a performer. I chose one monologue from each of the six MainStage Theatre productions I …

Brothers, Sing On: The Story Of Nuance, Kyle Reynolds

Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects

For this project, I have elected to create a documentary detailing the chronological history of the University of Akron’s all-male contemporary pop a Cappella group, Nuance. The Documentary is titled: “Brothers, Sing On: the Story of Nuance” as a reference to the song “Brothers, Sing On!” by Edvard Grieg, and was named such because of the theme of brotherhood I have showcased in the documentary. I have been a member of Nuance since the Spring Semester of 2018 and have served as the president of the group since Spring Semester 2019. Nuance was founded in 2004, making it one of …

Around The World In 18 Songs, Elizabeth Rickel

Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects

For my research project, I will be creating a concert of 18 songs in 18 different languages. The questions I will attempt to answer through my research are "What makes art and folk songs so important to their respective cultures?", "How are they similar to each other?", "How are they different?" "What is is about this kind of music that is enjoyed by many, no matter the origin of the person or piece?" The motivation for this project is to shine light on some lesser-known folk pieces, build upon my two passions (Music and Languages), and to illustrate the power …

Concert Recording 2020-01-26, Megan Beard, Fernando Valencia, Chalon L. Ragsdale, Chris Scherer, Carson Vanduch, Tanna Walton, Jackie Tavernaro

Concert Recordings & Programs

[00:00]. Four pieces for timpani (1963) I. Recitative ; IV. Finale / John Bergamo -- [03:35]. A cricket sang and set the sun (2006) / Blake Tyson -- [10:02]. 2+1 (2013) / Ivan Trevino -- [15:50]. Glamour (2012) / Casey Cangelosi -- [25:51]. Chromatic fox trot (1984) / George Hamilton Green.

L’Ètica De L’Estètica ¿Caldria Debatre L’Antijudaisme Del ‘Misteri D’Elx’?, Antoni Pizà

Publications and Research

Al final de la representació de la segona jornada del Misteri d’Elx hi ha un moment d’indescriptible intensitat emocional. La catarsi que experimenten els espectadors, actors i músics sol manifestar-se en aclamacions, víctors i fins i tot llàgrimes. Els ventalls de les dones aletegen agilíssims, pràcticament posseïts. Primer tímidament —per a no interrompre la màgia del moment— però gradualment amb gran intensitat, comencen, ja al final de la representació, els aplaudiments, sempre in crescendo, acompanyats, poc després, per la coneguda i emfàtica expressió: «Visca la Mare de Déu!».

Concert Recording 2020-10-16, Xiao Yang

Concert Recordings & Programs

[00:00]. Piano sonata no. 30 in E major, op. 109. I. Vivace ma non troppo-Adagio espressivo ; II. Pretissimo ; III. Gesangvoll mit innigster Ernpfindung. Andante molto cantabile ed espressivo / Ludwig van Beethoven -- [16:50]. Vier Klavierstucke, op. 119. I. Intermezzo in B minor ; II. Intermezzo in E minor ; III Intermezzo in C major ; IV. Rhapsody in Eb major / Johannes Brahms -- [31:31]. Estampes. I. Pagodes ; II. La Soirée dans Grenade ; III. Jardins sous la pluie / Claude Debussy.

Sunday Series: Aires Tropicales, Department Of Music

Concerts and Event Programs 2019-2020

Andrews University Department of Music presents the first Sunday Music Series of the new year: Aires Tropicales. Betania Canas, flute; Pedro Falcon, oboe; Byron Graves, clarinet; Erin Penrod, horn; and Alexandra Castro, bassoon, perform quintet works by Coleman, Arnold, Arrieu, and D'Rivera.

The Solo Piano Sonatas Of Cipriani Potter (1792-1871): An Analysis, Reappraisal, And Historical Performance, Jordan Proctor

Theses: Doctorates and Masters

The solo piano sonatas (Op. 1, 3, and 4) of once eminent English pianist/composer Cipriani Potter (1792-1871) are a collection of works that have for the most part fallen into obscurity. Potter produced three such sonatas in his lifetime, each at approximately the same time during his educational trip to Vienna between 1817 and 1818. Potter was much celebrated in his own time as a virtuoso pianist, teacher, and eventual principal at the Royal Academy of Music, and as an editor of the works of Mozart and Beethoven amongst others. This study examines Potter’s sonatas in light of both modern …

Concert Recording 2020-01-16, Lia Uribe, Theresa Delaplain, Ronda Mains, Robert Mueller, Dominic K. Na, Josquin Larsen, Eun Seo Park, Fernando Valencia

Concert Recordings & Programs

[00:00]. Del pari (2008) [11:17]. Rhapsodies and interludes (2012) [19:44]. Three lamentations in times of sorrow (2001). I. the flutter of an unbroken wing ; II. dark-hewn caverns of the soul ; 5 III. remorse and rememberance of the unforgotten [36:00]. Rachel weeping for her children (1992) [44:28]. Deserted paths (2014). I. ...to the hayfield II. ...to the mountains III. ...to the old cemetery [01:00:14] Emblems (2011).

To Become Wind [Full Score], Jie Hong Yang

Research outputs 2014 to 2021

No abstract provided.

Towards A Declamatory Performance In Schubert Lieder, Olivia Claire Sanders Robinson

Theses: Doctorates and Masters

This study reconsiders declamation in Schubert lieder performance in light of emerging historical evidence. Johann Michael Vogl’s reputedly declamatory approach has arguably been captured in surviving Diabelli editions that document his rhetorically motivated alterations and ornamentations. Similarly, Gustav Anton von Seckendorff has detailed song-like spoken declamation that manipulates pitch, rhythm and accentuation. Recordings of five modern German speakers were transcribed, analysed and used to model effective declamation in the recitation of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe’s poems ‘Erster Verlust’ and ‘Geistes Gruß.’ PRAAT speech analysis software was used to analyse the recordings. The participants’ use of stress, emphasis and rubato was …

A Survey Of Selected Classical Chinese Art Songs For Solo Voice And Piano From 1920 To 1950, Tingting Chang

Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)

This study aims to provide a repertoire guide of Chinese art songs for the pedagogical and research needs of musicians and scholars. Chinese art songs are derived from Western art songs. This work provides a valuable resource outside the scope of the standard art song repertoire. There are very limited studies with annotated lists of Chinese art song repertoire in English. Therefore, it is difficult for teachers to search for specific Chinese art songs to utilize with students who have different voice types and learning levels. This study will provide a practical tool that will meet these pedagogical needs.

All …

Joby Talbot’S Path Of Miracles: Musical And Dramatic Analysis, Joseph Stuligross

Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)

This project investigates Joby Talbot’s choral composition Path of Miracles, focusing on interpretive insight as well as musical and extra-musical understandings related to the subject matter, the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela in Spain known as the Camino de Santiago. It explores the sources and methods of generating dramatic intensity and seeks to understand how the composer achieved particular dramatic effects. The project proceeds along two related modes of inquiry. The first involves musical evaluation, particularly of pitch, motive, harmony and rhythm techniques, in a somewhat traditional analysis. The second investigates the ways in which musical techniques generate the …

Sergei Prokofiev's Third Piano Sonata, Op. 28: Stylistic Analysis And Performance Suggestions, Youngju Lee

Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)

Sergei Prokofiev (1891-1953) was one of the greatest Russian pianists and composers of the twentieth century. He established his own musical style by combining classical form and modern compositional techniques. He composed a variety of piano music including nine piano sonatas. This paper is a study of the third piano sonata in A minor, op. 28.

Prokofiev’s music can be classified into three periods: a Russian Period, a Foreign Period, and a Soviet Period. It is possible to identify Prokofiev’s compositional styles by studying his piano sonatas because he composed piano sonatas during the entire course of his life. In …

Types And Causes Of Physiological Injury In Piano Playing, With Emphasis On Piano Pedagogy In China, Ruixi Niu

Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)

Among musicians who seek medical help for their injuries each year, half are pianists. Improper playing technique is a factor influencing the development of injury. This research project focuses on the types and causes of physiological injury in the process of piano playing and includes methods of avoiding such injuries.

The types of piano-related physiological injury and associated conditions that are discussed include tenosynovitis, focal dystonia, and muscle pain. Relevant literature and investigative data—and some legends—are compared and sorted. Chinese pedagogical views concerning piano technique are discussed, along with ongoing debates concerning injury prevention and the appropriate use of exercises …

The Roman Catholic Ordinary Mass From Circa 1750 To Circa 1820: A Selected Bibliography, Letícia Gabriele Grützmann Januario

Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)

Orchestrated masses from the 18th century and early years of the 19th century provide a valuable source of repertoire for contemporary choral conductors. This project will explore composers and works from circa 1750 to 1820 to provide choral conductors with a list of works suitable for programming based on the practical size of vocal and instrumental forces.

Western choral music was born in a church setting. Among all choral genres, the mass is the only genre composed throughout all eras, from medieval until the 20th century. The mass remained a prominent genre during the 18th century despite the secularizing influence …

Concert Recording 2020-03-10, Brandon Garrett, Savannah Ellis, D. J. Talbot, Heather Thompson, Christian Leon, Will Fettig, Benjamin Grief, Nolan Miller, Jordan Alimena, Peter Scott, Aaron Smelley, Matthew Swerts, Harrison Goertz, Derrick Rassinier, Kendyll Garvin, Lily Fuentes, Samantha Ellis, Katelyn Barry, Emily James, Nicholas Liebl, Savannah Ellis, Tomoko Kashiwagi

Concert Recordings & Programs

[00:00]. Three miniatures. I. Allegro vivace ; II. Freely ; III. Allegro vivace / Anthony Plog -- [06:43]. Concerto in one movement / Alexander Lebedev -- [13:37]. Concerto for bass tube and orchestra. I. Prelude ; II. Romanza ; III. Finale rondo alla Tedesca / Ralph Vaughan Williams -- [25:27]. Tuba duet no. 2. Toccate / Walter Sear -- [28:12]. Fantasy for flute and tuba / Ben Miles -- [37:50]. Go the distance (from "Hercules") / Brandon Garrett.

Concert Recording 2020-01-18, Felix Olschofka, Tomoko Kashiwagi, Dominic K. Na, Josquin Larsen, Eun Seo Park

Concert Recordings & Programs

[00:00]. Sonata for two violins in E minor, Op. 3, No 5 I. Allegro ma poco ; II.Gavotte - andante grazioso ; III. Presto / Jean-Marie Leclair -- [12:58]. Eight pieces for violin and cello, Op. 39. Prelude ; Intermezza ; Gavotte ; Berceuse ; Canzonetta ; Scherzo / Reinhold Gliere -- [26:40]. Piano quintet in A minor, Op. 84 I. Moderato - allegro ; II. Adagio ; III. Andante - allegro / Edward Elgar.