...The influence of Rock music on young people Purpose of research * To learn, how rock music influences on young people " Nothing changes people’s dispositions and customs so strongly as music." (Shu Ching) Music – is one of the most inspired forms of art. Rhythm, melody, harmony, dynamics, a variety of sound-combinations, music colours and nuances reproduce infinite scale of feelings and emotions. Rock music — or simply rock — is a loosely defined genre of popular music that developed after the 60s of the previous century. Types of rock music * Glam rock * Progressive rock * Punk rock * Alternative rock Glam rock Glam rock emerged out of the English Psychedelic and art rock scene of the late 60s, defined by artists such as Steve Harley, David Bowie, Cockney Rebel Glam itself was a nostalgic mesh of various styles, both visual art and music, ranging from 1930s Hollywood glamor, to 1950s pin-up sex appeal and rock n' roll teenage rebellion, to pre-war Cabaret theatrics, to Victorian literary and Symbolist styles, to ancient and occult mysticism and mythology (such as Bowie's references to Aleister Crowley's "starman" in his song of the same name, and themes of reincarnation and self-invention in T. Rex's Cosmic Dancer). Glam is most noted for its sexual and gender ambiguity and androgyny, and use of theatrics. Progressive Rock Progressive Rock bands went beyond the established rock music formulas by experimenting with different instruments...
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...Shosanna Spill Tricia Swoope ENG 112 03 July 2010 Rock Music Rock is a popular form of music that has evolved over the past couple of decades starting in the 1950s until present day. Rock music has been known to be used as a form of expression over the years. Despite its sometimes negative and defiant lyrics, rock is a form of art that allows one to release his/her feelings through singing in an expressive tone. Later styles of heavy rock music in the 1990s, such as grunge, the typical example being Seattle's Nirvana, show influences of heavy metal but are typically not labelled sub-genres of heavy metal, as opposed to thrash metal and glam metal. The general absence of virtuosic guitar solos is perhaps one reason grunge bands haven't been considered heavy metal bands. Another key artist during this time was Megadeth, which combined the relentless, speedy thrash metal riffs with the fancy guitar soloing of speed metal like Judas Priest. Rock-n-Roll has never just been music. Heavy metal, Rhythm & Blues, Art Rock, New Wave, and the rest may be primary styles or genres but as sub-categories of rock, or rockin’ roll they do not cumulatively add up to the whole. Rock n’ Roll is a movement, a lifestyle, in many ways a belief system and all that Rock n Roll is today it owes to history: two years, no more than three when the fabric of American popular culture was torn apart and rewoven, and a new era explosively began. Rock n Roll started with slavery. To understand we must...
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...for an excellent genius, Jimi Hendrix will always stay alive in the music world. The Experience's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame biography states: “Jimi Hendrix was arguably the greatest instrumentalist in the history of rock music. Hendrix expanded the range and vocabulary of the electric guitar into areas no musician had ever ventured before. His boundless drive, technical ability and creative application of such effects as wah-wah and distortion forever transformed the sound of rock and roll.” Despite a relatively brief mainstream career spanning four years, he is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential electric guitarists in the history of popular music, and one of the most celebrated musicians of the 20th century, not only for his unique music style, but also for his spectacular instrumental performance. Rock’n’Roll or Blues? Does not matter! Jimi Hendrix was born in the era of intense change on rock and roll music. In the late 1940s and early 1950s, either the piano or saxophone was often the lead instrument, but these were generally replaced or supplemented by guitar in the middle to late 1950s. As guitar redefined the beat and style of this emerging genre, there Xiong 1 came a new form of rock and roll band, usually played with one or two electric guitars (one lead, one rhythm), a string bass or (after the mid-1950s) an electric bass guitar, and a drum kit. A great number of rock bands at that time, for instance, the Rolling Stones, the Shadows and...
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...“Is Australian Popular Music of the 20th Century a mere imitation of American Popular Music of the 20th Century?” Validate your viewpoint by referencing specific music styles, characteristic features of music styles (instrumentation, performance style, rhythm, melody, intervals/scales/blue notes, harmony, texture, and form), bands, vocalists and specific songs. The 20th century has provided music that was the soundtrack for a generation. During this period there was a rise of pop music and its demand. American bands and artists were monopolizing the market, pumping out band after band. Record labels that were prominent at the time were Atlantic, EMI and Warner Bro’s records. The rise of the Billboard charts and magazine also played a significant role in the success of pop music. Australia was also producing bands that were ranking very high on the charts with smash hits. This phenomenon of pop music and pop culture has defiantly defined the generations that it came from. By analyzing and discussing the popular music of the 20th century, we can see that Australia is not just a mere imitation of American popular music. Musical Roots The cultural music of Australia can be traced beck through to the Aborigines. They practiced music not as an art form or means of entertainment but rather as a spiritual ritual or a method of story telling. Their influence on Australian mainstream music can be heard today through their instruments the didgeridoo and the clap sticks. In the...
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...Summary on the topic: Information technology in music Table Of Contents introduction 1. New technologies and music 2. Sound recording 3. Prospects for the development of information technology in music Bibliography introduction One of the main characteristics of the post-industrial period, should be considered as the rapid development of electronic technology, contributing to the automation of storage and processing of information through computers. The advent of powerful computers and new computer technology has had a tremendous influence on the formation of modern musical culture. Capabilities of modern computers are increasing every day in parallel to advances in science and technology and development in the field of programming. It is time to mature constructive relations, the construction of general building, where both parties will feel the growing need in mutually enriching projects. So different and once seemed a distant spheres of human intellectual activity in the last decades of the last century not only imbued with mutual respect, but we can safely predict a brilliant fruitful development of their cooperation. Evidence provided by a music computer fundamentally new possibilities in the development of professional thinking musician in all spheres of musical creativity will inevitably lead to rising introduction Music technology that will significantly complement and even change the very nature of the work of composer, musicologist, performer and...
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...The Introduction Of Rock Music Rock music began in the United States in 1950’s, but it has influenced and in turn been shaped by a broad field of cultures and musical traditions, including gospel music, the blues, country-and-western music, classical music, folk music, electronic music, and the popular music of Asia, Africa, and Latin America. In addition to its use as a broad designation, the term rock music commonly refers to music styles after 1959 predominantly influenced by white musicians. There is basic agreement that rock is a form of music with a strong beat, but it is difficult to be much more explicit. The Collins Cobuild English Dictionary, based on a vast database of British usage, suggests that rock is a kind of music with simple tunes and a very strong beat that is played and sung, usually loudly, by a small group of people with electric guitars and drums, but there are so many exceptions to this description that it is practically useless. Other major rock-music styles include rock and roll, the first genre of the music; and rhythm-and-blues music (R&B), influenced mainly by black American musicians. Each of these major genres encompasses a variety of substyles, such as heavy metal, punk, alternative, and grunge. While innovations in rock music have often occurred in regional centers such as New York City; Kingston, Jamaica; and Liverpool, England, the influence of rock music is now felt worldwide. Popular Rock Groups The Beatles The Beatles...
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...women being able to vote, and the rights of African-Americans being able to vote, sit with white people and attend the same schools as white people this gave artist of the time a chance to be bold in every way they could be. To me art is not just paintings and sculptures but it also music and movies. Rock-n-roll was a big hit in the 50’s thanks to Elvis Presley whom to me is the greatest musical artist of all times. If it were not for him and his music then there would be no type of rock-n-roll type music. The Beatles would probably not exist nor any other rock group. If movie stars like Marilyn Monroe did not exist then there would no sex symbol for women to idolize like Anna Nicole Smith did and become famous. Without Jim and Tammy Bakker the Christian religion would not have been televised and a way for other religions to be televised and come out in the open for the world to experience. Andy Warhol experimented with film and brought out the most postmodern types of film in history. Throughout the century religious, racial and gender equality was the biggest influence in time. Come the mid 90’s time changed and people were no longer influenced by what was going on in this time period instead they just redo something and call it art. Musicians take music and sample it or just redo a whole song. Film directors are redoing classic movies. This century has no idea of being their own person and making things their own, they have to use things that have already been done. Word Count...
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...Imagine performing under bright lights, in front of cheering fans. This was a regular day for the rock band Queen. Queen, one of the greatest and most successful British rock bands in history, has had a triumphant career despite their own personal and health-related struggles with countless chart-topping hits and famous musicians continuing their legacy today. Queen was formed during 1971 in England. They were known for their unique style, top hits, and lively performances, and still continue their fame and success now. In 1971, 4 talented musicians came together to form a band known as Queen. Brian May and Roger Taylor were in a band called Smile, and one of Smile’s members, Tim Staffell, introduced Freddie Mercury to the rest of the band...
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...ABSTRACT Title: PERCEIVED EFFECTS OF SCREAMO MUSIC TO THE SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT OF THE STIGMATINE YOUTH MOVEMENT MEMBERS Author: JOHN LERY MAAMBONG ANASTACIO Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication School Year: 2009 – 2010 Rationale This study aims to know the significant relationship of the profile of the respondents and the perceived effects of screamo music to the spiritual enrichment of the Stigmatine Youth Movement (SYM) Statement of the problem This study Is to determine the perceived effects of screamo music on the spiritual enrichment of the Stigmatine Youth Movement (SYM). This seeks to answer the following questions: 1. What is the profile of the respondents in terms of 1.1. Age 1.2. Gender 1.3. Length of membership in Stigmatine Youth Movement (SYM) 1.4. Length of exposure to Screamo Music 2. What are the effects of Screamo music as perceived by the Stigmatine Youth Movement (SYM) in the apostolate? 3. Is there a significant relationship between the profile of the respondents and the perceived effects of screamo music to the spiritual enrichment of the Stigmatine Youth Movement (SYM)? Methodology A descriptive survey research was used in this study. Descriptive research involves collection of data in order to test hypothesis or to answer questions concerning the current status of the subject of the study. The descriptive research has no...
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...Form- Richard Middleton Pages 141-155 Lecture 1 * Form and contrast discussion of works of art * Form is the shape or structure of work * Content is it's substance, meaning, ideas or expressive effects * T.W Adorns argued popular music deficient because its forms predictable and schematic * In "serious music" the form of a piece is individual- worked out afresh so all details interrelate and cohere * This Process emphasizes the internal qualities and music flow * Schenkerian theory- Sees the surface events of musical foreground as a "composing out" of deeper sets of background relationship between pitches and chords * Genres defined by conventions governing musical process * Repetition important part of music * In "come home father" the two phrases are identical except the final two notes * In "embraceable you" the second phrase repeats the first exactly, but at a higher pitch * In James Brown "Superbad" there are 2 sections, "Verse" and "Bridge" which alternate * Bob Dylans "Subterry neon homesick blues" there is much reliance on miasmatic repetition * With this a sense of groove is created Why do songs have words?- Simon Frith (online readings) Lecture 2 * In the 50's and 60's sociologists concentrated on songs rather than singers and audience * It was possible to read the lyrics and figure out the social forces that produced them Content Analysis * All pop songs classified under 3 main headings...
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...A Seemingly Unlikely Fusion: Jazz and Heavy Metal The music of jazz has come a long way since the very beginning. Its influence on society and politics is unquestionable, and even more so when it comes to its impact on the musical world. If traced back to its origin, one can see that jazz has developed substantially starting from the early country blues and emerging onward to genres such as Dixieland, swing, bebop, cool, hard bop, and free/avant-garde. And like many musical genres, jazz has continued growing within the last few decades, fusing and incorporating musical aspects such as rock ‘n roll, Cuban, soul, Latin, and even “extremes” such as rap and, in particular, the music of heavy metal. The emergence of the fusion of jazz and metal cannot be exactly pinpointed (much like many other genres recorded in history), but it definitely had an origin. Perhaps it started early on with the development of jazz fusion (lead by Miles Davis in the late sixties/early seventies) and heavy metal (lead by the ever famous Black Sabbath) (Scaggs). But in order to comprehend this particularly odd combo, one must understand, or at least be aware of the basic concepts of both genres individually. For those who are not too familiar with the genre, heavy metal is an aggressive form of music, mainly standardized with fast guitar riffs and solos, heavy bass grooves, and fast (or slow), hard drumming patterns. Vocals can consist of growling used to express discontent or anger, but is not...
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...Artists took bits and pieces from multiple styles of music from Germanys past. The name Krautrock originated as a joke against the music and Germany’s culture because people were not approving of it. The term went through phases of approval and dislike. At one point artists were ashamed to be labeled a Krautrock group. The styles that characterize the Krautrock movement are very eclectic; it is described as rock, and electronic, and psychedelic, the list goes on. The history of the movement is just as colorful as the music itself. The lyrics of the songs became so influenced by current happening in Europe and around the world, from the nuclear crisis to protests across the continent. Krautrock is a staple of German music history and will remain that for near foreseeable future. Germany is regarded as a nation with an extremely diverse music culture that spans centuries and all music types and styles. There are countless forms of German-Language music. This includes Neue Deutsche Welle, german for New German Wave, Hamburger Schule, or Hamburg School, Volksmusic, Classical, German Hip Hop, Neue Deutsche Harte, a form of German metal, and possibly one of the most influential, Krautrock. (“German…) Krautrock is the name for the very avant-garde wave of music that exploded through Germany in the late 1960’s. It gained popularity throughout the 70’s especially after it spread to Great Britain. The spread of this neuvo music style was credited to a disc jockey from the British...
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...Listening Examples Heroin – The Velvet Underground * New York art scene, Andy Warhol, DIY attitude, Highly influential Ziggy Stardust – David Bowie * Glam rock, Ziggy Stardust as an alter ego, hard rock background band, space themes, heavily influenced 80’s big hair and shock rock. Welcome to my Nightmare – Alice cooper * Shock rock, influenced by the dark side and jim Morrison, elaborate stage shows, gothic imagery Get on Up – James Brown * Bass lines, rhythmic vocals (screams, grunts), R&B in the 50-60s, downbeat, music emphasizes Browns dance moves, “Take them to the Bridge” Mothership Connection * Sci-fi themes, glam influences (costumes, shows), George Clinton, Funkadelic = ROCK, Parliament = FUNK, Dr. Funkenstein If There’s a hell we’re all gonna go – Curtis Mayfield * First entirely original solo album, politically conscious, funk/psych influences, SUPERFLY Love’s Theme – The Love Unlimited Orchestra * Basis of disco string use, surprise hit for album, “Bad Girls” – Donna Summers * Queen of Disco, shit load of hits, Staying Alive – The Bee Gees * Contrast of machisimo and vocals, earlier a rock band, huge hit Search and Destroy – Iggy Pop & The Stooges * Punk, DIY attitude, stage diving, signed with MC5, Detroit, early punk Horses – The Patti Smith Group * Influential to Uk punk, female punk movement, CBGB Blitzkrieg Bop – The Ramones * Power chords, dirty, New York, short songs, CBGB Anarchy in the...
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...Modern American music is one of the greatest contribution to the arts in the United States’ history, but it wasn’t developed overnight. The origin story of modern American music, and all of its genres, is a long one filled with tragedy, exploration, and a fusion of cultures. While many of people have a particular genre of music they like more than the others, it’s appalling that they don’t know how these pieces of art were constructed for their enjoyment. Before people can learn about the development of modern American music, they must first learn about the origin of music itself. It’s safe to assume that ever since human beings have been on this planet we’ve been humming a tune or tapping a beat. However, the first documented record of music came from ancient Mesopotamia in the form of religious chant. It is very...
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...Throughout thousands of years, music has evolved. From Beethoven to Folk songs in the west to today, it is constantly changing. Merriam-Webster’s dictionary defines music as “vocal, instrumental, or mechanical sounds having rhythm, melody, or harmony.” Rock music has been an escape for many people through the fascinating history, concerts, and the many different genres of rock. Many people credit Alan Freed with coining the term Rock ‘n’ Roll. At radio station WJW in Cleveland, Ohio, dj Alan Freed started out in 1951 playing classical music such as Beethoven, Bach, and Mozart. Freed soon realized rock 'n' roll had took the hearts of young people throughout the U.S.. “I went to the station manager and talked him into permitting me to follow...
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