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Princess Grace Library Monaco – Thomas Moore, Drawing Room Entertainer Or Rebel Songster?, Una Hunt

Conference papers

The poet of all circles and the idol of his own…

The words of Lord Byron, inscribed on the tall Celtic cross erected on Thomas Moore’s grave, in Bromham churchyard, one hundred years ago. Thomas Moore wrote a biography of Byron, his close friend, and Byron adored the Irish Melodies. He told Moore ‘I have them by heart … they are my matins and my vespers.’ Although he moved easily in privileged circles, Moore was also genuinely loved by the people of Ireland where he was described as ‘the true hearted Irishman.’

Ten volumes of Irish Melodies totalling 124 songs, …

Student Recital: Andrew Leoboldt, Oboe, Andrew Leoboldt, Bobbie Kesler-Corleto

Student Recitals

No abstract provided.

Student Recital: Sarah Williams, Percussion, Sarah Williams, Oksana Lutsyshyn

Student Recitals

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2016-2017 Class Of 2017 In Concert, Guillermo Garcia Cuesta, Feruza Dadabaeva, Mariana Cisneros, Sheng Yuan Kuan, Amy Nickler, Anastasia Tonina, Matthew Calderon, Hikari Nakamura, Jiaxian Li, Alfonso Hernandez, Tinca Belinski, Axel Rojas

Other Student Recitals

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The Art Songs Of Zachary Wadsworth: A Guide To Style Performance, And Literature, Jordan R. Davidson

Dissertations, 2014-2019

This Doctor of Musical Arts Document explores the role Zachary Wadsworth plays in the development of American Art Song. Born in 1983, composer Zachary Wadsworth has written over forty songs. His music is complex and challenging, with influences from all musical eras, with much of his work focusing on the techniques and sounds of twentieth-century modernism. Wadsworth’s choice of poetry focuses on English literature from many different musical eras, embracing a broad range of themes subjects, and emotions.

Following a brief biography of Wadsworth’s early life and career, the document surveys Wadsworth’s contributions to contemporary American art song regarding his …

La Chasse: The Legacy Of Hunting Calls In French Compositions For Solo Horn And Piano, Daniel J. Atwood

Dissertations, 2014-2019

The horn originates from the hunting fields of Europe and shares a particularly strong relationship with the country of France. During the fourteenth century, the hunt was a form of recreation in which the royalty and nobility of France passionately engaged. This patronage of the nobility led to the writing of many hunting treatises that contain hunting calls, the first music written for horn.

For hundreds of years, French composers have written compositions for solo horn and piano and continually include hunting calls, or passages in the style of hunting calls, into their works. Through continual reference and inclusion of …

Playing With Others: The Community, Motivations, And Social Structures Of The Harrisonburg-Rockingham Concert Band, Sarah E. Wilson

Masters Theses, 2010-2019

The purpose of this phenomenological study was to explore motivations for participation, how social structures influence the adult non-professional members of the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Concert Band (HRCB), and identify the characteristics of community present in the band. The following questions framed the investigation within an interpretative phenomenological approach:

1. What motivates the band members to participate in the HRCB?
2. How do the institutional social structures influence the sense of belonging, development of social capital, and socialization of band members?
3. What characteristics of community are present within the HRCB?

Data was collected from long-term researcher observation and one-on-one semi-structured interviews with each participant. …

The Role Of Narrative In Performing Schumann And Chopin’S Music, Yu-Wen Chen

Dissertations, 2014-2019

Abstract

Recognizing how to present a narrative while performing the music of Schumann and Chopin helps the performer to transmit the spirit of the music and convey expression in the music. In the music-making process, what we cannot discount is that the performer plays a crucial role in conveying musical expression to the listeners, which tremendously affects the quality of the entire musical experience. In this document, I argue that there is a qualitative difference between the ways in which performers should express the central story conveyed in the music of Robert Schumann compared with the story conveyed in the …

A Musical Crusade: Reviving The Music Of Berlioz’S Benvenuto Cellini Through A Comparative Statistical, Pedagogical, And Theoretical Analysis, Jessica R. Spafford

Dissertations, 2014-2019

Abstract

Much of the operatic music of the eccentric French composer Hector Berlioz (1803-1869) is overlooked, especially from his first full opera Benvenuto Cellini. This is due in part to many misconceptions surrounding Berlioz’s vocal compositional style, which stem from the political atmosphere at the time of the opera’s premiere in 1838 Paris when ill-willed critics renamed it Malvenuto Cellini. A general ignorance of this work and its music pervades the world of vocal pedagogy, having been excluded from the standard repertoire anthologies, where it can ironically be the most useful. The research presented in this project comprises …

The Development Of A Fach System For The Tenor Oratorio Repertoire, Randall C. Ball

Dissertations, 2014-2019

Classical singers learn about the European Fach System early in their career. By determining which Fach a voice type fits, one can then understand which operatic repertoire is suited to study and perform. It is a reliable guide, protecting singers as they grow and function in their workplace. Since oratorio roles are predominantly not included in this system, it can sometimes be challenging for singers and pedagogues to place these roles unambiguously into a Fach. Without the security of a pedagogical system or guide, singers may be miscast in oratorio productions, which can result in a less effective performance, …

David Lee, Piano: Student Recital, David Lee

Setnor School of Music - Performance Programs

No abstract provided.

How Native American Rappers Communicate And Create A Modern Identity, Hannah J. Berge

Masters Theses, 2010-2019

Current research concerning identity and Native Americans is sparse outside the realm of expressly Native American scholarship. While most conversations about identity and Native Americans focuses on historical and political aspects, many sources do not explore alternative avenues of contemporary identity creation. This thesis uses Kenneth Burke’s pentad to analyze the lyrics for “AbOriginal” by Frank Waln. The pentad is used to analyze each line of the rap. A new term, alter-agent, is used to identify agents who the agent either associates with or who the agent views as hindering his progress. There is then a count of the number …

Savoring Life's Journey - Emily Mcandrew Degree Recital, Department Of Music

Student Degree Recitals 2016-2017

Emily McAndrew featuring works by Copland, Mahler and Bernstein.

2016-2017 Performance Forum - May 4, 2017, Michael Pittman, Bailey Michelle Collins, Virginia Mangum, Sheng Yuan Kuan, Cameron Hewes, Soojung Kwon, Stephanie Barrett, Amy Nickler, Evan Musgrave, August Berger, Julia Jakkel, Marija Trajkovska, Karolina Kukolova, Yu Lu

Performance Forum

No abstract provided.

Kyoungsoo Kim, Cello: Student Recital, Kyoungsoo Kim

Setnor School of Music - Performance Programs

No abstract provided.

Alan Lynch, Organ: Graduate Organ Recital I, Alan Lynch

Setnor School of Music - Performance Programs

No abstract provided.

Dreaming Of A Garden- Kara Kang Degree Recital, Department Of Music

Student Degree Recitals 2016-2017

Kara Kang featuring works by Verdi, Delibes and Strauss.

The Music And Politics Of Willy Chirino, Nancy N. Balcziunas

Honors College Theses

Cuban musician and singer Willy Chirino, the self-proclaimed inventor of the “Miami Sound,” was sent to the United States as a teenager in the 1960s under Operation Pedro Pan to escape the influence of Fidel Castro's communist regime. Throughout his career, he has used his music to spread a personal and political agenda; his rejection of communism and the Castro regime can be seen through his song lyrics, humanitarian efforts, and direct engagement in the world of politics.

Kautsky Studio Recital, May 2, 2017, Lawrence University

Conservatory of Music Concert Programs

Harper Hall

Junior Recital-Amanda Glancy, Amanda Glancy, Dallas Heaton

All Music Department Programs

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Senior Recital- Benjamin Krutsch: The Road Goes Ever On By Donald Swann And Other Works Of Adventure, Benjamin Krutsch, Dallas Heaton

All Music Department Programs

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2016-2017 Senior Recital - Anthony Trujillo (Composition), Anthony Trujillo

Junior and Senior Recitals

No abstract provided.

Student Recital: James Whittemore, Trumpet, James Whittemore, Jonathan Chesson

Student Recitals

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Concerto And Aria Winner's Concert: Elaina Palada, Flute; Egor Antonenko, Cello; Emily Lane, Viola; Syracuse University Symphony Orchestra; James Tapia, Director, Syracuse University Symphony Orchestra, Setnor School Of Music, James Tapia, Elaina Palada, Egor Antonenko, Emily Lane

Setnor School of Music - Performance Programs

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2016-2017 Senior Recital - Walker Harnden (Oboe), Walker Harnden, Darren Matias

Junior and Senior Recitals

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Learning To Sing, Nicholas Tierney

Senior Honors Projects

Singing alone in the car was okay because no one was there to listen. I wanted to see if I could learn to sing, and do it successfully, with a group of people. By joining URI’s University Chorus this semester, I hoped to learn techniques for successful choral singing. Through a guided self-analysis I set out to chronicle my journey from the first rehearsal to the final concerts.

For me, the three most important questions I wanted to answer when staging my research--a blend of an academic analysis and my personal and qualitative data--were: Why do people sing? Why do …

Carnegie Hall Recital Poster, Kate Boyd

Scholarship and Professional Work – Arts

No abstract provided.

Musical Ear Syndrome: What Do We Know?, Cara D. Pestel

Rehabilitation, Human Resources and Communication Disorders Undergraduate Honors Theses

The purpose of this study was to review the existing literature regarding Musical Ear Syndrome and other related auditory hallucinations. While the existence of auditory hallucinations is evident, their cause is unclear and widely understudied. There was a need for existing information to be compiled for use in the healthcare field. This review of existing literature will aid speech-language pathologists, audiologists, nurses, psychologists, and physicians in understanding this condition and what differentiates it from other various disorders. This will allow these professionals to better understand the experiences and needs of those with Musical Ear Syndrome.

The Intersection Of Manufacturing Technologies And School Music Programs, Leslie Prunier

University Scholar Projects

The objective of this project is to design and manufacture a musical instrument, a marching baritone horn, out of plastic. It is constructed out of both PVC pipe and 3D-printed components. Utilizing this project’s documentation, a high school student could use a 3D printer and other basic tools to make their own musical instrument for a fraction of the cost of purchasing one. This documentation will produce a horn tuned in the key of B flat with one functioning valve, and suggestions for future work to make the other two valves functional as well.

"Choir Is For Girls": Intersectional Mixed Methods Perspectives On Adolescent Gender Identity, Singing Interest, And Choral Music Participation, Briana E. Nannen

Glenn Korff School of Music: Dissertations, Theses, Student Creative Work, and Performances

As students progress through adolescent development, researchers have observed a lack of male participation in choral music activities. This male to female imbalance is often attributed to a perception that singing is a feminine activity and results in a lack of balance in choral music ensembles. The purpose of this mixed methods study was to explore adolescent gender identity as it relates to singing interest and choral music participation. An explanatory sequential mixed methods design was used, in which quantitative data were collected and analyzed followed by in-depth qualitative interviews. A group of 9^th grade students (n=174) completed the …