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Video Camera, An Aid In Directing And Acting, Winston Nicholas Hoffman

All Master's Theses

This study explored the potential of video tape recording in improving acting and directing techniques. It also explores this medium as an instrument enabling the director to direct himself as actor. The effect video tape recording of rehearsals had on the actors, director and the total production was determined. The opinions and reactions were from three different viewpoints, the director, the actress and the actor who was also the director.

The conclusion was that the advantages far outweighed the disadvantages.

A Television Script For An Annotated Song Recital For Junior And Senior High School Music Students, Michael Roy Kysar

All Master's Theses

This paper presents a script for a half hour television program covering six songs and their four composers. The script includes short anecdotal biographies of the composers emphasizing information about their childhood and youth, translations or explanations of the song texts, and some ideas about the relationship between the performers, the song and the composer. This work represents a concrete effort to create a usable teaching tool through which music students may further broaden their concepts of "the singer " and "the composer," develop positive feelings about singing solo, and feel more free to enjoy listening to vocal music i …

Fourteen Sacred Solo Songs Of Henry Purcell Originally Appearing In Harmonia Sacra, Margaret R. Maxwell

All Master's Theses

This paper presents a discussion of fourteen sacred solo songs by Henry Purcell found in Harmonia Sacra. Background material is given on Purcell's career and the poets of the songs. The discussion of the music is divided into four areas, form, melody, texture, and harmony. The final chapter is a detailed analysis of one of the songs, "Tell Me, Some Pitying Angel."

Character Development In Representative Victorian Novels, George T. Mitchell

All Master's Theses

This is a study of how characters are developed in five

representative Victorian novels. Character is studied on the

basis of a moral stance which motivates actions. Because the

concept of the moral stance is primarily dependent upon the

individual character, the characters in this paper are studied

in relation to themselves. There are many events and relationships

in the novels which are not discussed here , aspects of

the respective narratives which would illumine other interpretations

but which are irrelevant to this particular study.

The Nature Of Glass, Don C. Olson

All Master's Theses

Presented in this paper is an array of my feelings and conclusions concerning glass as a creative medium for the artist.

A philosophical statement pointing out personal views of the material, and the skills and patience needed to compete with a competitive medium.

Elements Of Preparation Requisite For Performance Of The Brahms Cycle, Vier Ernste Gesange, Opus 121, Donald L. Ricks

All Master's Theses

This paper examines the text, the harmonic, tonal, melodic and stylistic characteristics of the cycle Vier ernst Gesange, op. 121 by Johanne Brahms as they relate to preparation for authoritative interpretation in formal concert performance. The study includes reference to particular events in the composer's life which directly influenced his decision to compose this final vocal work. In addition specific problems to be met in vocal technique, interpretative insight and German diction are discussed.

A Series Of Woven Wall Hangings, Patricia A. Ross

All Master's Theses

This paper presents an analysis of wall hangings as constructed in the discipline of weaving, an art-form. Since the artist-craftsman is concerned with aesthetic solution, the elements of structure, form, color, and texture are emphasized. Fundamental techniques, equipment, and materials used are discussed. Problems which evolved are identified; conclusions for modifying the problems are attempted. Colored pictures of the wall hangings are included.

This body of work serves as a basis for further experimentation and exploration of fabric construction on and off the loom.

A Record Of Work: A Study Of Object Art And Micro-Environmental Art In Jewelry, Catherine A. Sigler

All Master's Theses

This paper represents the study of Object Art and Environmental Art in Jewelry. By utilizing the media, the technology, the environmental objects of this culture, a series and study of Object Jewelry began.

This study was concerned with the non-functional aspects of Jewelry with emphasis on imagery, symbolism and technique.

Today, contemporary jewelry reflects ideas, moods, forms, and relationships of our cultural and technical environment. Movements in the field today are tending towards creating Object and Environmental Art, rather than pedestal art, which was predominant prior to 1960.

Qualities Of Prose, Victoria Louise Stokes

All Master's Theses

This paper identifies four qualities of prose: unity of content, cohesion, continuation, and tone. After examining handbook definitions, the need for new definitions of these qualities was evident. Each quality is defined and a type of catalogue of representative examples is offered to aid the definitions.

The qualities of prose are part of the overall act of communication and are offered only as theory. No attempt has been made to demonstrate how to write prose which would include the qualities.

The Transcription Of Paul Creston's Rhythmicon For Guitar, Geary Scott Thompson

All Master's Theses

Utilizing the music of the contemporary American composer, Paul Creston, the purpose of this study was to compare the idiomatic differences and technical capabilities of the piano and the guitar. This study of the transcription process, and the problems that arise in adapting piano literature to the guitar, has had binary results: a challenging collection of rhythmic studies, for the guitarist, as well as possible additions to his concert repertoire.

It was recommended that the initial guitar fingering of each piece be indicated; and phrase markings should be added where possible.

The American-Argentine Agricultural Machinery Trade 1880-1900, Thomas J. Smith

All Master's Theses

This paper presents an account of the American-Argentine agricultural machinery trade from 1880-1900. The paper is intended to offer some insights into American commercial expansion in general during that period. The paper provides an account of the nature of the agricultural machinery trade, including consideration of marketing factors and European competition. The paper further illustrates the role of the American State Department in commercial expansion during the years 1880-1900.

Rondo And Variations For Brass Ensemble, John Ernest Ward

All Master's Theses

This paper presents an original musical composition, in a contemporary style, written specifically for the modern brass ensemble. In addition to its purely aesthetic value, the piece may serve as an educational tool, to be used in developing the brass ensemble at the high school and college levels.

The covering paper includes a history of the family of brass instruments and an analysis of the composition. Research supports the argument that the bass ensemble is a viable, musical medium.

Experiments In The Use Of Spontaneous Forms In A Series Of Mixed Media Paintings, James Delbert Williams

All Master's Theses

This series of paintings accomplished during 1970-1972 is on stretched butcher paper glued onto an 1/8" masonite board backed by 1 x 2 cedar. With the exception of spray paint, the pigments are water soluble with Elmers Glue used as an added binder. The purpose of this study was to develop a visual explanation of how accidental forms, colors, and textures can be related to conscious forms to form a complete and workable entity.

The Manipulation Of Visual And Aural Allegorical Images On Motion Picture Film, Douglas Rogers Atherton

All Master's Theses

As a means of expression and communication, I have found motion picture film to be the most rewarding arid satisfying artistic medium I have yet encountered with the exception of musical sounds. Because I feel a strong affinity for both film and music on a nearly equal basis, and because the two art forms compliment each other in practical and aesthetic senses, I have attempted to develop from established film theories, a personal and therefore unique approach to the combination of sound and picture images and the statement held therein.

Romanzen Aus Magelone: Characteristics Of Style, Benjamin Fredrick Hammack

All Master's Theses

Brahms' Romanzen aus Magelone serves as an excellent model for the German lied. Although other musical elements are important, Brahms never sacrifices his melodic lines, which progress diatonically in a wide range. Complex rhythms, with such devices as hemiola and holding over the measure line, are frequent. Although some songs are ternary or strophic, a free-sectional form is generally employed. The textures vary; one song may be both homophonic and polyphonic. A complex piano accompaniment always enhances the text and requires an accomplished pianist.

Photographic Imagery As A Source For Iconography In Painting And Drawing, Eric Peder Brakken

All Master's Theses

Any verbalization of an artistic statement is by its very nature, an inadequate interpretation. However, I feel there is some merit in a concise declaration of my general concepts in the study. This paper represents a summation of the concepts and directions involved in my studio investigation in painting and drawing.

Specifically, it is within the scope of man's altered and effected perception of reality that I have based the studio research.

Study In Pottery, In Form And Decoration, Francis I. Mcdowell

All Master's Theses

This paper presents t he exploration of the r lationship of decoration to t he original statement of the clay vessel. I used five forms with two types of surface enrich ments. Surface decorations included two-dimensional, consisting of monochromatic glazes and engobes ; and three dimensional which provides a texture or tactile surface. I evaluated t he strengths and weaknesses of the vessels thrown i n relationship to the decoration given . I found that some of my surface enrichment fit the vessel well while others detracted .

Funk, Fantasy And Fun Or A Long Sharp Tooth, Robert Ralph Rigg

All Master's Theses

This paper concerns nonsense. It concerns itself with that other land of dreams and delight, thoughts and wishes. It is a land not real, but of pure make believe, the land called Faerie. It is a land of fantasy and nonreality, in which anything can exist or happen. It is a land of joyous nonsense.

Super Slick Synthetic Softys, Dennis Smith

All Master's Theses

The following thesis is the thought pattern I use during the conceptual stages of my sculpture. "Super Slick Synthetic Softys" bombards the imagination with thousands of images. Images are of immense importance to the artist. His mind must be in constant motion, forever conceiving new and different forms and images.

Many Strange Visual Effects Can Be Obtained By Overlapping Several Objects Containing Both Raised And Incised Shapes And Varying The Textures Of These Forms, Ruth F. Bravetti

All Master's Theses

This study deals with the printmaking technique of embossing to create visual effects with "non-associative" forms. The prints presented deal with the realm of space and an atmosphere unrelated to our present environment or concepts of gravity. Several visual conflicts were achieved by overlapping objects, creating textured surfaces, and varying thickness, size, location, and shape of forms. Serigraphy, spray paint, flocking, and reflective beads were introduced in some of the prints presented in order to enhance the effect of embossing.

For the viewer to become involved with transparent "non-associative" objects was the main objective. The technique was limited to embossing …

The Flowering Rhinoceros: An Extension Of Photography Into Other Media, Lawrence Leslie Bullis

All Master's Theses

This paper develops, in a literary form, thematic material derived from fourteen photographically etched metal pieces, two photo-serigraphs, and six photographically produced intaglio prints. The narrative takes the form of an allegorical fantasy which contains a practical attitude toward photographic alchemy. New insights are provided into the origins and nature of the photographic medium in the light of the symbolic context of the artwork.

Illustrations of the artwork from which this paper derives are provided.

Mark's Art And Bridge Construction, J. Mark Erlander

All Master's Theses

Plactic is the material I chose to communicate my ideas. Named for its ability to be shaped, melted, bent, moulded, and extruded into an infinite number of forms, is one of two reasons I used it. The other is its concept is familiar to modern man and even a definition of him.

To make the communication bridge complete the stulptures are constructed to allow the viewer to take part in the final form. By moving the work, he is as involved in the concept, form, and material as I have been in making the piece.

Creative Photography Through Image And Color Separation, Robert Curtis Green

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this thesis study was to explore various ways of producing creative photographs by manipulating an image as well as its plastic elements. The main areas of investigation included image and color separation, which produced new elements in the photographs. These elements synthetically created an image that was different from the original and had acquired a new meaning through the artist. This study should not be thought of as complete or final but infinite in its possibilities and extensions.

Reflections Of A Lost Harmony In Seventeenth Century Poetry, Cathy Perkins

Honors Theses

During the seventeenth century man continued to hold onto comfortable old of the "Elizabethan world picture," but the impact of the new science grew steadily. Donne and Wilton both used images from the old world view and the new discoveries; but in the final analysis they both rejected worldly system and turned to faith. Many seventeenth century poets turned to faith, perhaps as an answer to their despair. For Donne and Wilton the harmony was lost. In "The First Anniversary," Donne wrote that harmony had died and that the new ideas made everything questionable. Wilton's Adam and Eve fell from …

Shades Of The Old West--Or A Melodrama Of Death, Carolyn Sue Kirkwood

All Master's Theses

This paper examines and presents the outlaws of the 1860 's. A parallel between the gruesome reality of yesterday 's gunmen and today 's "Charles Mansons " was drawn. Additional exploration revealed that to some, the outlaws were as Robin Hoods or heroic daredevils while to others they were mere petty thieves and cheap murderers.

To capture on paper the badmen 's extreme violent life style and to do so realistically was the challenge. It was achieved through various uses of a variety of mediums.

Production And Utilization Of Millefiori, Terry Olson

All Master's Theses

This paper presents a step-by-step description of basic techniques used in making detailed hard edge color patterns in glass. Three techniques for producing Millefiori are presented, followed by a discussion of the procedures and equipment used to incorporate the cane into the final piece of glassware. In summation, I felt it necessary to add some personal views on the relationships between form and patterns.

Faulkner's Treatment Of Time In The Sound And The Fury And The Bear, Nevine Aly Hussein

Archived Theses and Dissertations

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Al-SultāNīYyā, Farida Makar

Archived Theses and Dissertations

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The Ghawriyya In The Urban Context: An Analysis Of Its Form And Function, Shahira G Mehrez

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The Role Of The Bedouin In Egyptian Politics In The Period 1750-1850, Mahmud Tabo Muhammad

Archived Theses and Dissertations

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