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Effect Of Selective Memory And Use Of Triangulation To Critique Songwriting, Maxwell A. Ramsey
Effect Of Selective Memory And Use Of Triangulation To Critique Songwriting, Maxwell A. Ramsey
Recital Papers
The cowriting of three successful popular songs is reconstructed through blind interviews with each of the contributors. In addition to insights into the actual compositional aspects, the interview questions were designed to reveal what role music industry executives may have played in arranging, inspiring, or promoting the songs throughout their journey to find success. The process of triangulation was applied to the interview answers in accordance with previous successful qualitative research methods to uncover the decisions and techniques that proved pivotal in best serving the respective song idea. The ultimate success of the songs is examined through chart and sales …
French Nasal Vowels In The Mezzo-Soprano Voice, Jada G. Duff
French Nasal Vowels In The Mezzo-Soprano Voice, Jada G. Duff
Recital Papers
This paper focuses on the four French nasal vowels in the mezzo-soprano voice. It clearly states how to pronounce the vowel with and without nasality. The paper displays spectrogram images to compare the resonance between the non-nasal and nasal vowels in different registers. It addresses the need for modification of the vowels in different registers of the mezzo-soprano voice. The paper also describes how to apply the results of the information from the spectrogram images to French pieces. The repertoire includes works by Jules Massenet, Claude Debussy, Maurice Ravel, Isaac Albéniz, Francis Poulenc, and Erik Satie.
Analogous, Catherine G. Mcdonald
Analogous, Catherine G. Mcdonald
Recital Papers
The recording process and traditional fiddle could be perceived as unrelated; however, the evolution of both in many ways could also be considered analogous. Correspondingly, the culminating recording of this project arranged, recorded, and produced tunes that emulated the evolution of the traditional fiddle and its recorded medium. This process included historically accurate arrangements, instrumentation, performance technique, and locations for recording. The double-sided album compared the usage of analog and digital recording and production methods based on the appropriate era for each composition. The “A” side of this project was recorded entirely with analog recording methods. The musical works for …
Video Game Scores: A Choir's Role In An Orchestral World, Kaitlin Crofford
Video Game Scores: A Choir's Role In An Orchestral World, Kaitlin Crofford
Recital Papers
Video game music is growing in popularity – but what about the choir? Video game music has been developing and adapting with the increasing influence of video games in society. There is much recognition for orchestral aspects of video game music, but there is little research specifically on the choir’s role. This research paper sheds light on the choral aspects of video games for the purpose of bringing awareness to the incredible writing that is now available for choral programming. This research paper was written in conjunction with a conducting recital performed with the Belmont Chorale and includes analysis from …
An Analysis Of Commercial Styles Through The Performances Of Guitar Masters, Stephen R. Perlowski
An Analysis Of Commercial Styles Through The Performances Of Guitar Masters, Stephen R. Perlowski
Recital Papers
The following are extended program notes for my graduate recital. The purpose of this recital is to showcase the many ways the guitar has been used as the focal point in music. This recital covers music made from 1941 to 2006. This recital aims to exhibit the expression, nuance, and musical charisma the guitar is capable of. To do so, I have chosen nine masters of the guitar and will be playing pieces that exemplify each of their styles and voices on the instrument. Another goal of this recital is to show the many different genres and musical contexts for …