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Bach's English Suite #1
Essay Grade: 81%   (436 words, approx. 2 pages)
Bach's English Suite #1 can be interpreted a religious or spiritual piece concerning man and god. Detailed analyses of chord progressions, use of specific notes, and note length are offered as evidence for this reading.
Baroque Versus Classical
Essay Grade: 86%   (848 words, approx. 3 pages)
Through comparison of the two musical eras, it is obvious there was a change in terms of texture, form and use of ornamentation but it is also obvious the Baroque era provided solid landing ground for the Classical period to take off.
Beautiful
Essay Grade: 78%   (538 words, approx. 2 pages)
According to the words of Chrstina AGUELIERA, along with personal interviews of the true meaning of this stanza in her song, Beautiful, Christina Aguilera approaches the reader and listener with her profound emotions. She perceives that through immense pressure and criticism, she is still "beautiful."
Beethoven
Essay Grade: 86%   (1,078 words, approx. 4 pages)
Provides a short summary of the life of the composer Beethoven. Examines his early life, influences, training and works.
Being True to Myself
Essay Grade: 92%   (1,459 words, approx. 5 pages)
The life and work of Aaliyah made a huge impact on the work of all musicians. Her tragic and untimely death effected many read about her life and the life of others affected by her.
Bercuses, by Faure
Essay Grade: 88%   (804 words, approx. 3 pages)
Appraises Berceuse, by the French composer Faure. Provides biographical information on Faure. Explores the use of dotted rhythms in the piece.
Billy Joel - Analysis of "Allentown"
Essay Grade: 86%   (744 words, approx. 3 pages)
In depth analysis of Billy Joel's "Allentown."
Billy Joel, Music, and the Cold War
Essay Grade: 88%   (1,652 words, approx. 6 pages)
Describes how Billy Joel's song "We Didn't Start the Fire" reflected the events of the Cold War. Considers how the song summarized everything that had happened throughout the world between the end of World War II and the end of the 1980s. Details how Billy Joel uses the song to show his opposition to the Cold War and his support of the United States in his song.
Black Music as a Reflection of History, Culture and Politics
Essay Grade: 98%   (10,333 words, approx. 34 pages)
Desribes the various forms of black music and its impact on the African-American experience.
Bob Dylan: The Voice of a Generation
Essay Grade: 83%   (1,314 words, approx. 4 pages)
A commentary on the historical significance of legendary singer Bob Dylan.
Breaking with Tradition: The Music of Ludwig van Beethoven and Johannes Brahms
Essay Grade: 88%   (388 words, approx. 1 pages)
The effect of Ludwig van Beethoven and Johannes Brahms on German music of the 19th century. Beethoven was said to be the culmination of German music, and Brahms produced music in the Romantic style that was initially criticized, but later embraced.
Byzantine Music
Essay Grade: 88%   (1,049 words, approx. 4 pages)
The impact of ancient Greece and the Byzantine Empire on Western music is underappreciated yet important. A detailed description of the different types of Byzantine music includes hymns and liturgical singing for religious ceremony, as well as secular music for imperial ceremony. Other musical developments during this period included the creation of musical notations and the musical influence of Emperor Justinian I.
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