Music appreciation paper

COMPOSER REPORT INFORMATION

 

This paper should be 5-8 pages in length with a bibliography.  The information in this report is less specific than the information in the concert report. The things I will look for are a biography of the composer (where he was born, who were his parents and what was their occupation, where did he grow up, where did he go for his education, when and where did he die, etc.) I also want to know about the composers’ music. What period of history were they writing in? DO NOT PICK SOMEONE THAT IS ON THE CDs.  Also, be sure to pick a classical style composer, not a pop, rock, or jazz musician.  The composer must also have been alive before 1800.   What styles and forms did the composer write? Did they write more vocal or instrumental music? Who paid the composer (Church, state, nobility, freelancer, etc.)? Pick a few pieces to examine more thoroughly. I would highly suggest you try to find some recordings of the composers’ music. Libraries often have a good classical music selection of CDs you can check out if you would rather not purchase the CD yourself. Therefore, your paper should be composed of four large sections including an introduction at the beginning and summary at the end:

• Biography

Musical output

Specific compositions

Bibliography

If you have any questions regarding this paper feel free to email me. Also, be sure to check with me before you pursue a particular composer. I will be able to tell you if the composer is acceptable and whether or not you will be able to find enough information on the composer that you have chosen.