Greek Music / Philosophical Focus : A 5 page research paper
on the philosophical basis of Greek music. The writer focuses
on the philosophies of music in relationship to mathematics,
metaphysics and ethics. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Greekmus.wps

Chinese Music -- The Ch’in / Chinese Zither : A 12 page
research paper on this ancient and subtle Chinese instrument.
The writer includes an overview of Chinese music as well as
details on the construction, playing techniques, and music of the
Ch’in which shows the history and significance of this
remarkable instrument. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Zither.wps

The Ancient History Of The Organ : A 6 page discussion of
the history of the organ. Covers its invention all the way to its
introduction into the New World. Bibliography lists five
sources. Organ.wps

Rhythm & The Djembe Drum : A 4 page paper discussing
the djembe drum. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Djembe.wps

The Music of the Sub-Sahara : A 6 research paper that
examines the rich musical traditions of the sub-Sahara region,
focusing primarily on the music of Cameroon and Nigeria. The
writer discusses the technical aspects of African music as well
as its universal appeal. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Subsahar.wps

African Music-Ancient and Modern at the Same Time :
This 8 page report discusses the many varieties and flavors of
African music from the traditional to the contemporary. African
music is singularly unique in that no single description can
describe it all. One aspect of commonality between all African
nations is the important role that dance, music, and rhythm plays
throughout all aspects of national culture. Numerous examples
of the types of music, as well as instruments played are
included. Bibliography lists 7 sources. BWafmus.rtf

Hildegard of Bingen / “Music Makes Cold Hearts Warm” :
A 6 page paper discussing the music of Hildegard of Bingen.
This paper outlines its compositional style and how it fits in the
genre of sacred music of the Middle Ages. Her musical styles
and thematics have been noted in later composers. Bibliography
lists five sources. Hildegar.wps

The Music of Alban Berg : An 8 page research paper that
analyzes the music of Alban Berg, who was a devotee of
Schoenberg and the twelve-tone school. The writer specifically
spotlights Berg's masterpiece "Wozzeck" and his "Concerto for
Violin and Orchestra." Bibliography lists 5 sources. 99berg.wps
Middle Eastern Music : A 5 page paper on Music in the
Middle of the Eastern part of the world. The paper talks about
popular styles, instruments that are used, and where the music
of the Middle East is going in the future. Mideasmu.wps

Persian Music : A 6 page research paper on this ancient music
native to present-day Iran. The writer covers such topics as the
historical background of the music, intervals and scales used,
the “dastgah” concept, compositional forms, instrumentation
and modern trends. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Persmus.wps

The Music of St. Croix, United States Virgin Islands :
5 pages in length. Calypso is the sound of St. Croix -- political,
soul-rending, lively calypso. But a debate rages in the islands
as to whether "new" calypso, also known as "soca," is the wave
of the musical future or just another dance trend. No
Bibliography. Stcroix.wps

Evolution Of Music From The Romantic Through The
Modern Era : A 5 page paper on the evolution of music and
the composers, technology and techniques that influenced those
changes. Over 25 artists discussed or listed. Paper concentrates
on efforts of Chopin, Debussy, and modern artists. Bibliography
lists 3 sources. Rommodn.wps

Evolution of Music From The Baroque Through The
Classical Era : A 5 page paper on the the evolution of Baroque
and Classical music, and the contributions of individual
composes to that evolution. The paper presents technology and
techniques that influenced those changes. Artists include:
Bach, Handel, Vivaldi, Beethoven, and Haydn. 4
bibliographical references. Barclass.wps
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