Essays and Research Papers on Music

A 5 page analysis and research paper that analyzes the structure and content of Mozart's Symphony in G-Minor. The writer argues that this emotional quality of this work stems from a variety of musical features that are discussed. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 5 page paper that examines the sexism and racism that faced female performers during the jazz and big band era of the 1930s and 1940s. Discussed is the resistance and non-acceptance that confronted these performers as well as the innovation and persistence used by legendary performers such as Billy Tipton in conquering these ...

(5 pp) What we shall be looking for in paper are the differences between the 1984 film Amadeus, directed by Peter Shafer, and 1791 - Mozart's Last Year by HC Robbins Landon (1999). As one begins to study Landon's scholarly, but readable book, we will begin to find many differences indeed. One ...

This 4 page paper is a lyric essay describing the experience of seeing a performance of the Donizetti opera, "Il Barbiere di Siviglia" ("The Barber of Seville").

A 12 page research paper that consists of three essays. The first essay concerns the piano style of Chopin (roughly 2 pages); the second concerns the difference between paraphrased compositions and transcriptions, concentrating on the work of Liszt (roughly 2 pages); and the third is an 8 page essay on Hector Berlioz's Symphonie fantastique ...

A 3 page research paper that takes the unusual form of instructions written to a novice composer of the higher renaissance on how to write a polyphonic Mass. Specifically the instructions refer to the Kyrie. The form of this Mass follows the example of Tomas Luis de Victoria's O magnum mysterium and the instructions draw ...

A 5 page research paper that focuses on Mozart's sonatas and specifically on the first movement of K.311 in D major. The write offers a brief review of critical analysis of this work before also offering personal analysis. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 7 page research paper that examines Bach's Cantata BWV 61, 1714, libretto by Erdmann Neumeister, "Nun komm der Heiden Heiland," which was written to be sung on the first Sunday in Advent. The writer briefly discusses each of the six movements, relating it both to theological themes and discussing its musical structure. Bibliography lists ...

A 5 page research paper that describes and analyzes the first movement of Beethoven's Fifth Symphony. The write argues that this is not only an exemplary example of Beethoven's expertise and style of composition, but that it also dramatizes his perspective on his own problems and humanity's place in the cosmos. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This paper explores the meaning behind the lyrics of "America the Beautiful," written by poet Katherine Lee Bates during the late 19th century. Also included is a little history of the song, as well as its competition against the "Star Spangled Banner" to become America's national anthem. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 4 page essay that offers a student writing a concert report suggestions on how the student might address aspects of this assignment. The concert was occurred in Hill Auditorium on the University of Michigan campus at 8 pm on Wednesday, October 1 with Nan Washburn conducting ("Welcome"). The program consisted of "Kristin Kuster's Iron ...

A 7 page research paper that offers a brief history of the origins of reggae music, how it incorporates various musical forms and the political significance and contributions of the work of reggae star Bob Marley. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 10 page paper which examines the history and culture of grunge. Grunge originated in Seattle as was essentially a part of Generation X. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 15 page research paper that examines the issues of gender in opera and specifically in regards to Bela Bartok's work Bluebeard's Castle. Bartok wrote but one opera, Duke Bluebeard's Castle, a short work based upon a grisly fairy tale. Psychologically and symbolically complex, the opera's narrative not only represents Bartok's conceptualization of gender, but ...

A 9 page paper which examines how the legendary rock band represented a reaction to the turbulent 1960s as a ‘dazed and confused’ generation alternated between apathy and excess. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

In four pages this paper presents an overview of the Chicano musical band Los Lobos that includes background history, past and present compositions, and their links with the United States and Latin America. Eight sources are cited in the bibliography.

A 17 page paper which examines the history, building, and builders of the English church organ, making special reference to the smaller English parish organs rather than exclusively referring to the larger cathedral organs of the time period. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 6 page paper provides biographical information of the infamous singer. Many areas are discussed including a history of his career, his impact on the music world and his political ideas. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 3 page paper looks at New Orleans, destroyed by Hurricane Katrina and argues that the position of the city as the ‘cradle of jazz’ warrants its’ rebuilding for both current and future generations to preserve the history of jazz for future generations. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

This 10 page paper provides an overview of Latin jazz with a focus on history. Numerous famous individuals, such as Dizzy Gillespie, are discussed along with certain places such as New York City as a significant locale where Latin Jazz emerged. Bibliography lists 16 sources.

This 5 page paper offers a glimpse into the history of Jefferson Airplane singer and 1960s psychedelic icon Grace Slick, while exploring the impact and meaning of one of her greatest hits, “White Rabbit.” Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page review of some of the primary cultural developments that occurred during the 1920s and 1930s. The author maintains that many of these developments came about as a result of the experiences of those that served in Europe during World War I. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 25 page research paper that examines the topic of jazz education, and, specifically, jazz education in Korea. The writer discusses what jazz is; the nature of jazz education; the place and meaning of jazz in Korea; jazz education in the US (with specific descriptions of curricula); and jazz in Japan before concluding with recommendations ...

A 25 page research paper that examines the topic of jazz education, and, specifically, jazz education in Korea. The writer discusses what jazz is; the nature of jazz education; the place and meaning of jazz in Korea; jazz education in the US (with specific descriptions of curricula); and jazz in Japan before concluding with recommendations ...

A 5 page research paper that explores the ramifications of Napster, the website that allows users to download MP3s for free, thus, violating copyright law. The writer points out the reasons why Napster is wrong and possible compromises that can be reached. Bibliography lists 14 sources.