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Finding Identity Through Irish Music In The Appalachian Mountains, Marina Delores Rayl

Masters Theses

The Appalachian Mountains are filled with remnants of Scot-Irish heritage. The music found in this region includes bluegrass, Old-time, and country music, all created from the blending of Scottish and Irish traditional music with other ethnic sounds. Despite these music variations, traditional Irish music has remained consistent in its original form in the mountain region. This concept is supported by the popularity of two key events occurring in both the northern and southern sections of the Appalachians. Through fieldwork and personal interviews, the rationales of those who participated were discovered. The research brought to light three people sub-groups revealing the …

“I’Ve Always Identified With The Women:” How Appalachian Women Ballad Singers’ Repertoire Choices Reflect Their Gendered Concerns, Sara Lynch-Thomason

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

This thesis explores how contemporary Appalachian women’s gendered experiences influence their choices of ballad repertoire. This inquiry is pursued through a feminist analysis of interviews with six women ballad singers from Madison County, North Carolina. In evaluating the women’s choices of ballads and their commentary on the songs, this thesis draws upon narratological theories as well as concepts from Appalachian traditional music studies.

This study finds that women’s repertoire preferences reveal contemporary female concerns for physical safety and political agency. The singers also extract hidden transcripts from ballad texts and use ballads to educate audiences about women’s historic oppression. However, …

Music For The Holidays, December 1, 2018, Illinois State University School Of Music

School of Music Programs

December 1, 2018
Saturday
3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

December 2, 2018
Sunday
3:00 p.m.

School Of Music Faculty/Staff Newsletter, December 2018, School Of Music

School of Music Faculty/Staff Newsletter

Accomplishments and news from the faculty and staff of the School of Music at Illinois State University.

Midi: A Standard For Music In The Ever Changing Digital Age, Taylor Romo

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is the technology that allows synthesizers and controllers to communicate and manipulate other pieces of gear as well as computer software. This technology has permanently changed the way music is produced and performed. This paper will explore the importance of MIDI technology as a tool for music production as well as for music performance. This will be done by first examining the history and development of MIDI technology, including the reasons why it was created. Many examples will be given of how MIDI is a crucial component in recording studios, music production studios, and live …

Building A Recording-Specific Amplifier Cabinet, John Livingston

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

Recording electric guitar has become a major component of any professional recording environment over the last 50 years, and recognizing the parameters that generate a quality recording is essential in getting the desired tonality and sound. The author examines the characteristics of amplifier cabinets desirable in studio use, and documents the process of building one from scratch for recording purposes based off of research parameters- as well as personal studio experience. This project compares the build of a custom amplifier cabinet against that of a store-bought cabinet from a reputable manufacturer (Fender) with emphasis on build materials, power handling, and …

The Determinants Of Affect, Emotional Arousal, And Autobiographical Memories On Music-Evoked Nostalgia, Alycia Sterenberg

Masters Theses

The purpose of this study is to further explore both person – level and context – level constructs established by Barrett et al. (2010) in relation to music-evoked nostalgia. This study also measures the strength of the relationship between self-reported arousal levels and electrodermal activity (EDA) as well as if they are good predictors of nostalgia. Methods include listening to personalized playlists to elicit feelings of nostalgia while electrodermal activity collects changes in arousal. Participants then answer questions of song familiarity, pleasure, arousal, and autobiographical salience to gather context – level constructs. Results indicate that both person – level and …

Investigating The Attitudes Of Adolescent Male Singers In Gender Choirs, Heidi Joy Williamson

Graduate Theses/Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to examine the use of gender choirs within a middle school choral classroom to investigate (a) attitudes about singing, (b) confidence and self-efficacy of their own voices, and (c) peer perceptions of adolescent males’ participation in choir. Data were obtained from 40 students, in Grades 7 or 8, who were enrolled in a male gender choir at one of the five participating middle schools. Most participants enrolled in choir because they thought choir was fun, and they were good singers. Most participants did not think that choir was “better” when the genders were separated. …

Student Recital: Eric Baskerville, Tenor, Eric Baskerville, Bibbie Kesler-Corleto

Student Recitals

No abstract provided.

2018-2019 Junior Recital - Jovani Williams (Viola), Jovani Williams, Joshua Cessna

Junior and Senior Recitals

No abstract provided.

2018-2019 Ppc Recital - William Ford-Smith (Viola), William Ford-Smith, Sheng Yuan Kuan

PPC/PSDP Recitals

No abstract provided.

Jonida Lazellari, Piano: Graduate Piano Recital, Jonida Lazellari

Setnor School of Music - Performance Programs

No abstract provided.

Senior Recital: Tyler Wall, Euphonium; November 30, 2018, Tyler Walls

School of Music Programs

Kemp Recital Hall
November 30, 2018
Friday Evening
7:00 p.m.

Senior Recital: Kevin Daniel Rahtjen, Oboe And English Horn; November 30, 2018, Kevin Daniel Rahtjen

School of Music Programs

Kemp Recital Hall
November 30, 2018
Friday Evening
6:00 p.m.

2018-2019 Dean's Showcase No. 2, Shiyu Liu, Sheng Yuan Kuan, Michael Puryear, Guzal Isametdinova, Naomi Franklin, Kayla Williams, David Brill, Olga Konovalova

Dean's Showcase

No abstract provided.

Recital 4: Sonatas Nos. 12–15: Program, Peter Bloom

A Beethoven Cycle, Jiayan Sun, piano

No abstract provided.

The Old Dominion University Percussion Ensemble Presents "Rock--Paper--Scissors", Old Dominion University Percussion Ensemble, David L. Walker (Director), Sarah Williams (Graduate Conductor)

Ensemble Performances

No abstract provided.

"Welcome Christmas" Concert At Andrews Friday, Dec. 7, In The Howard Performing Arts Center, Stephen Zork

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

No abstract provided.

Andrews Symphony Orchestra "Christmas Concert", Chris Wild

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

No abstract provided.

Music Factory, November 29, 2019, Martha Horst, Roger Zare, Roy Magnuson

School of Music Programs

Kemp Recital Hall
November 29, 2018
Thursday Evening
8:00 p.m.