Category: Music

This Personal Statement should include:
Your background
Your goals in pursuing this degree program
Your career aspirations
How a degree from Berklee Online will help you achieve your goals and career aspirations

Create a composer essay that is three (3) pages plus a cover page (4 pages total). This essay should be double-spaced and should cover these two areas –
– Composer’s Life
– Composer’s Music
Use only ONE on-line source for your work. It MUST be cited at the end of your essay.
Do not use the text for your information.
Do not plagiarize this essay.
A grading rubric Download rubricwill be used to grade this paper (see Rubrics of Getting Started).
Choose one of the following composers –
George Frideric Handel                          Johann Sebastian Bach
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart                   Joseph Haydn
Ludwig van Beethoven                           Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky   
Franz Schubert                                         Claude Debussy

Please follow the outline that is uploaded. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. Thank you.

Listening to the following song : with attached linke for music for song below-
Mozart. Piano Concerto No. 20 in D minor, K466 – Martha Argerich (1998) (p.142)
Using this song above, fill in the attached template provided and 
Be sure to include the following:
The TITLE OF THE SONG 
The COMPOSER OF THE SONG
Fill in a BRIEF HISTORY of the composer, song, era, etc. Why did you choose this song?
Provide a CLIP ART/ EMOJI of how this song makes you feel.
Complete a 10 X 2 exercise
Listen to the song completely, writing down 10 things you notice/feel/think
Listen to the song a second time, challenging yourself to notice 10 new things. This time, try to think in terms of melody, rhythm, harmony, instruments, and style.
see attachment for the music link (go to page 142 in the booklet understanding music )and see attached template to fill out  

To receive full credit – Please read and follow all directions associated with discussion postings. Watch the tutorial to be sure you understand the process and grading criteria.
This week’s discussion topic is about how music is “sold” or shared (legally and illegally) on the internet. Composers and musicians have traditionally been able to earn income through sales of their recorded works and compositions. File sharing compensation laws and illegal file sharing sites have changed this in the internet age, making it more difficult for artists to be paid for music distributed over the internet. This assignment has you read about the fairly new Music Modernization Act, signed into law in 2018, and also includes jazz composer Maria Schneider’s testimony to Congress about how the large players in data collection have gotten around paying artists for the intellectual content/creative property. Artists and record companies continue making efforts to work with lawmakers to look at current file sharing law.
Research MORE information on this topic to find a variety of viewpoints that will help you form an educated opinion on the topic.
Assigned Readings:
Grammy winning Jazz Composer Maria Schneider testimony to Congress about musicians’ ability to make a living in the new digital era, and creative property issues:
Written transcript of her testimony:
https://docs.house.gov/meetings/JU/JU03/20140313/1…
Instructions Discussion Grading Rubric
25 points each post
First Post
Topic Understanding 10 points -shows understanding of topic and makes thoughtful opinion based on research
10 points – Very clear that readings were understood by incorporation into postings
5 points – Somewhat unclear that readings were understood by incorporation into postings
0 points – Postings reflect no evidence of assigned readings
Opinion 10 points
10 points – Opinion is clear and supported with facts/citations from student research.
5 points – Opinion is hard to understand and facts/citations don’t clearly support the opinion
0 points – Opinion is not based on any research, hard to follow and not supported by any facts/citations
Quality of Writing 5 points
5 points – Clear & articulate • Has correct grammar & punctuation • Quotes are properly cited
2 points – Contains several proofing errors • Contains documentation citation errors • Writing is not clear and professional
0 points – Contains multiple mechanical errors • writing is informal and/or inappropriate • Citations are missing

You will need a PC or Mac laptop. You will log in to my school web page and remake a
Song’s website is https://one.fullsail.edu/. I’ll send an email and password to you after you 
accept assignment you will also need to put reaper on your PC or mac 

Semester long research paper about a rapper just make it all one paper. 
Here are the directions 
Students must develop a semester long paper that explores the lived experiences of one Gangster Rap artist or Gangster Rap group; as well as conduct a qualitative analysis on one album. The first part of this paper or Midterm Paper is a five-page summary (double-spaced) and analysis of a set of lyrics (from one album). Students are expected to identify 1-2 themes from the Hip-Hop Framework and trace this theme(s) across the artist’s album. Analysis should also be guided by a stated research question.
More specifically, Midterm Papers are required to plainly identify or explain: (1) name of artist/group; (2) (if possible) racial-ethnic identity of artist/group; (3) location: neighborhood, city & state artist/group; (4) name and significance of album; (5) guiding question for paper; (6) coding scheme (1-2 themes) used to analyze the album in relation to paper’s question; (7) conclusion; and (8) references. Midterm Papers should span between seven-to-eight pages (including title, abstract and reference pages).
Coding schemes consist of 1 or2 themes selected from the Hip-Hop framework. Also, the Hip-Hop framework posted on Canvas. 
Moreover, students will code the entire album or identify where your 1-2 themes emerge on the album. Specifically, the Midterm Paper assignment also requires students to highlight all lyrics that speaks or applies to your coding scheme. Also, in a separate file, please submit the lyrics of the entire album; with the highlighted lyrics that speak to your theme(s). If you fail to submit the coded lyrics for the entire album, then 25 points will be deducted from your Final Paper grade. This means that a perfect paper will only receive a 75 for a grade.
Furthermore, Midterm Papers consist of seven parts: 
I. Mid-Term Paper – Qualitative Analysis
(1) Title page (1 page);
(2) Abstract – (1paragraph);
(3) Introduction – the introduction clearly describes the focus or topic, population and research question(s) (1/2 – 1 page);
(4) Qualitative Analysis (4-5 pages)
(5) Conclusion (1/2 page – 1page) –summarize core arguments raised in paper;
(6) Reference section
(7) Coded Lyrics – print out all lyrics for one album and code lyrics
Final Papers are tasked with revising the Midterm Paper and conducting a five-page literature review. Also, this literature review is required to draw on high-quality academic references including: journal articles, edited book chapters, books or reputable news periodicals. And the literature review should be inserted at the beginning of the paper; and the revised Midterm Paper should follow the literature review. Final Papers should consist of 12-14 pages (including title, abstractand reference pages).
Final Papers consist of seven parts:
II. Final Paper – Literature Review
(1) Title page (1 page); 
(2) Abstract – (1paragraph);
(3) Introduction – the introduction clearly describes the focus or topic, population and research question(s) (1/2 – 1 page);
(4) Literature Review (4-5 pages); 
(5) Revision of Midterm paper (5 pages); 
(6) Conclusion – remind the reader of the core arguments raised in your paper (1page); 
(7) Reference section
Students must develop a semester long paper that explores the lived experiences of one Gangster Rap artist or Gangster Rap group; as well as conduct a qualitative analysis on one album from this artist or group.
The first part of this paper or Midterm Paper is worth 20% and is due on Tuesday April 2nd, 2024. More specifically, this first part requires a five-page summary and analysis of a set of lyrics (from one album). This paper is required to plainly identify or explain in the opening paragraph: (1) name of artist/group; (2) racial-ethnic identity of artist/group; (3) location: neighborhood, city & state artist/group; (4) name and significance of album; (5) coding scheme used for qualitative analysis; and a (6) guiding question for paper.
This paper opens up with an introduction that explains the focus on the paper. Secondly, the body of the paper consist of a critical summary or qualitative analysis in relation to the paper’s question. Last, this paper is completed with a formal conclusion or summary of the paper; to be followed with a reference section. Midterm papers should consist of eight pages (including title, abstract and reference pages).
Coding Schemes consist of 1-2 fundamental components of the Hip-Hop framework. This Hip-Hop framework will be discussed in class and posted on Canvas.
Additionally, the Mid-Term Paper assignment requires students to code the entire album in the relation to the paper’s 1-2 themes, which means highlighting everything that applies to your chosen coding scheme. Also, you will have to submit the lyrics of the entire album with your paper; with the highlighted lyrics that speak to your theme. If you fail to submit the coded lyrics for the entire album then 25 points will be deducted from your Final Paper grade. This means that a perfect paper will only receive a 75 for their grade without the coded lyrics.
Please see Final Assignment Outline for more detailed information on the Midterm Paper. Also, make sure to review sample papers as an example of a well-written Midterm paper. The Final Assignment Outline and sample papers are attached on this course’s Canvas site.
IIa. Final Paper Assignment (Part 2): Thesecond part of the term paper or Final Paper is an extension of the first part. Put simply, the Final Paper consist of a revised Mid Term Paper and an additional five-page literature review.
The Final Paper is worth 20% and is due on May 20, 2024. 
More specifically, the Final Paper’s five-page literature should focus on the background or biography of the artist or group; and larger Hip-Hop academic literature in relation to the paper’s research question. This paper identifies the artist’s/group’s: (1) childhood & family experiences; (2) relationship with friends and local community; (3) experiences with street life; (4) impetus for Hip-Hop music; (5) current Hip-Hop standing and social impact of music; (6) how artist/group is tied to larger arguments in the Hip-Hop literature; and (7) reference page. And the majority of the Final Paper needs to focus on a review of the larger academic literature in relation to your artist.
Also, your paper is required to be grounded in high quality references (i.e., journal articles, edited book chapters, academic books). Papers with cheap or low-quality references (i.e. YouTube interviews, Wikipedia, poor websites) will be penalized.
Final Papers also must be written in APA style; be 12-14 pages in length; and have at least 10 high quality or traditional academic sources or references.
Again, please see Final Assignment Outline for more detailed information on the Final Paper. Also, make sure to review sample papers as an example of a well-written Final Paper. The Final Assignment Outline and sample papers are attached on this course’s Canvas site
* you can pick any ganster rap artist ( outside of tupac ) * just has to be ganster rapper only.

Look through the items here and if something strikes your fancy, read/watch/listen to it (there’s a wide assortment). To earn credit, write a thoughtful response to the item you chose. Briefly summarize the material and show how you engaged with the material. How did the item make you think? How did the material you’ve studied so far help you understand it? How did the item enlarge your understanding of the course material? How did it resonate with your previous experience? Why should someone else engage with the item? (These are questions to get you started. This list is not intended to serve as a checklist.) Note: Some entries include two related items. For full credit, you must discuss both.
Rubric: 
Writing counts. Use formal tone, proper grammar, punctuation, spelling, etc. Organize your ideas. Address specific points from the material; the details you include reflect your engagement with the material. The greater your level of engagement, the more points I am likely to award as your bonus. I may award more or fewer points depending on the complexity of the item and/or the depth of your engagement.
Each topic has its own Prompt
Please read the attachament.s Text or call if you have any questions 
347-798-5081

In this task, you will evaluate the vertical alignment of a concept or unit of instruction in the prior, current, and next grade or level (Music 9-12). 
You will also reflect on how to work with your team to ensure horizontal alignment of a curriculum for a specific grade or level.
music (9-12 is the subject) 
Vertical Alignment
A. Gather the curriculum map or curriculum materials for a concept or unit of instruction in the prior, current, and next grade or level in your subject area and then do the following: 
1. Describe the curriculum, including the following:
• current grade or level
• concept or unit of instruction
• standards that correspond to the prior grade or level
• standards that correspond to the current grade or level
• standards that correspond to the next grade or level 
2. Describe the learning progression across the three grades or levels. 
3. Discuss a potential gap or redundancy in knowledge or skills across the three grades or levels. 
4. Suggest two improvements to the current grade or level curriculum to better align vertically with the prior or next grade or level curriculum. 
Horizontal Alignment 
B. Discuss how you would work with a team of teachers in your school or district who all teach the same grade or level in a specific subject area to ensure that there is horizontal alignment for the curriculum unit identified in part A1, by doing the following: 
1. Discuss the steps your team would take to ensure horizontal alignment of the curriculum resources for the unit.
2
. Discuss the steps your team would take to ensure horizontal alignment of the instructional strategies for the unit. 
3. Discuss the steps your team would take to ensure horizontal alignment of the assessments for the unit.
C. Acknowledge sources, using APA-formatted in-text citations and references, for content that is quoted, paraphrased, or summarized.
D. Demonstrate professional communication in the content and presentation of your submission.

Topic #2: Early America
Discussion Board Topic #2: Early America
From the earliest days of colonization to the birth of the nation in the Revolutionary War and up through World War I, America grew from scattered settlements into 13 colonies, and finally into 48 states.  What began as a wilderness became a country, at first small and weak, but evolving quickly into a world power. 
What did you learn in Parts One and Two that you didn’t already know about
American history,
American culture, and
American music? 
Give examples or citations from our studies to support or illustrate your statements – one each for history, culture, and music.
How has this changed your view of America or American history?
That’s 7 items to include in your initial post.