SMaterials: Read chapter 6, An Introduction to the Elements of Music and Basic elements of music

Instructions

FIRST: Read both options below, choose ONE, and compose and post your response.

Regardless of which option you choose, the word requirement is a minimum of 400 words.

Option A: Musical Comparison

Option B: It’s K-pop!

1 Choose one of the following artists: Bessie Smith, Sarah Vaughan, Youssou N’Dour, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, or Miriam Makeba.

2 After making your selection, do some research on the artist and their life and impact and then listen to 3-5 of their songs. Choose one of these songs to write about.

3 In your first paragraph do the following:

a Using your research, provide a brief biography of the artist,

b Identify the artist’s musical style, and explain how their music has influenced music across the globe.

4 Choose a song by the artist, and in your second paragraph, write the following:.

a Introduce the song and describe how the artist uses the basic elements of music in the piece. Use at least 3 terms from the reading in your discussion.

b Offer a brief analysis of the song’s meaning. Cite specific musical elements and/or lyrical content to support your analysis.