Music Appreciation: The Art of Listening
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A 12 page research paper that examines the art of music appreciation and what it takes to really listen to music. The writer argues that knowledge of how music is composed and musical history adds to the appreciation and enjoyment of the discerning listener. The three planes of listening as defined by Aaron Copland are discussed and the writer includes a brief survey of the basic period in musical development. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: 90listen.rtf

Music Education; the Kodaly and Suzuki Methods
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This 12 page paper provides an overview of both the Kodaly and Suzuki methods of musical instruction, outlines the history of both methods, the structure of the systems and their intended use. This paper also considers what they are best used for, and focuses primarily on the use of these methods for instruction in piano. Bibliography lists 20 sources.
Filename: MHMusic.wps

Mozart's Minuet for String Quartet in D Major
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A 4 page opinion paper on a particular minuet. The writer details the structure of the piece, its quality, the composer's apparent intentions, and the emotional response of the listener. No bibliography is included.
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