Music Assignment

Student example #:  The student rephrased the prompt and combined all 3 prompts

“The overall mood of this the Song of Mary is energetic, which is why it is my favorite piece in this module. This monophonic song uses a narrow-ranged melody with plenty of repetitive rhythms. There were many instruments used throughout such as the drums, zither, lute, and fiddles that all helped increase the energy. This song also has a more complex form that uses a two-lined chorus called a refrain and then eight four-lined strophes. The faster tempo and many uses of crescendo throughout also contribute to the mood. As the music moves forward a change in who is singing happens multiple times. At times only the men are singing, then only women, and sometimes they are both singing in unison. This music reminds me of music that may be heard at an Irish Festival. This type of music also uses similar instruments that were used in the Song of Mary such as the fiddle, guitar, flute and etc. This type of music typically has the same faster tempo with an energetic mood.- I attached a piece that reminded me of below- https://www.facebook.com/WaukeshaCivicTheatre/videos/ceolcairde/824534437950660/”

 

Student Example #2: You will notice that they did not use the same amount of musical terms but I can tell in all of these examples the student listened to the music and backed up their answer with what they heard.

Which music aspects work together to provide the message you heard? "The a capella in this piece is mostly monophonic, bringing a sense of togetherness and adding an almost angelic sound to the singing. The conjunct melody makes it very easy to listen to making everything flow very smoothly. It is a very pleasing song to listen to that is easy on the ear."

What is the main message or mood of this music, based on your listening experience? “The mood seems to be a bit more uplifting than other religious songs that I have heard. This is likely due to the faster moving higher voices that blend well with the lower-octave voices. I believe this is to add to the message of being thankful to God and that singing is joyful to be worshipping Him.”

What changes seem to happen as the music moves forward? In these changes, what things do Do you notice about the message of the music? “As the piece goes on, the different parts go from singing different melodies that at times come together in a harmony and then separate again throughout the piece. I believe this in itself adds to the message of praising God and bringing people together to do so. It adds to the message of being joyful to be there and keeps things interesting.”