Music Assignment due

As with all written assignments in this course, please be sure that your paper is single-spaced, in 12-point font, and in Times or Times New Roman typeface. In a single line at the top of your assignment, include: Your Name, A#, CCA 3330-SEC, Assignment Name, Assignment Date. If you have any questions about how to format your paper, please contact the course manager.

Local students MUST attend a live concert, or they will receive a zero for this assignment.

Step 1: Learn about the Elements of Music

For this assignment, you will learn about several different elements of music and then use these elements to describe a music performance. To learn about the elements of music, read about and see examples of each element on the  Elements of Music  page.

Step 2: Read a professional review

Prior to attending the performance, read a professional music review on the website of one of the following major national newspapers: Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune, or Washington Post. You should  not  look for a review of the exact performance or performers you are going to see. Instead, you should look for a review of the same sort of performance. For example, if you are attending a string quartet performance, you should search for a professional music review of a string quartet. Your goal is to consider the standard way in which professional music performances are reviewed. You should keep this in mind as you attend the musical performance you have selected for this course and as you prepare to write your own review of it. In the works cited section at the end of your written assignment, you will include the citation for the review you read.

 

Step 3: Attend an approved music performance (Distance Students - view one of the YouTube Links in the List of Approved events.  Occasionally, a distance student requests that they attend a local performance.  If you are so inclined, that is great.  But we need you to submit detailed information for instructor's approval first, including the information which is listed below in red.) See the  List of Approved Events  to select your event. Go prepared with a pen and notebook and be prepared to take notes. Please use a pen, as (believe it or not) pencils make a lot of noise! You will understand the importance of taking notes once you go home and try to write your review.   Remember to look at the program notes—these can be very helpful! Keep in mind that if you choose to use any text from the program in your paper, you must cite it properly. See the  Guide to Using Sources  for assistance. (Distance Students will not be able to cite a program.)

Step 4: Complete the written assignment

· With the exception of the performance information you will list at the top of your paper, your paper should be in essay format. There should be no headings or text from the prompts included in your paper.

· Your responses must follow the order of the prompts as outlined below, with clear paragraph breaks to show that you have followed the prompts in sequence. The responses from the separate prompts should NOT be combined into one lengthy paragraph.

· While you will not be graded on word count or page length, your responses must include specific detail and thoughtful analysis. The expected length of a paper that meets rubric requirements is more than 1 page but no more than 2 pages.

· Examine the rubric below to see how your paper will be graded.

Please include the following in a list as shown below. This information should be left-aligned. (Distance Students - you may not always be able to find all of this information on the YouTube performance.  Do the best you can.  You should at least be able to locate the Title of the work and the Name of the group who is performing.) Performance Title Date you attended the performance (or watched the YouTube) Place or location of the performance (Distance Students: location is YouTube) Name of the group who put on the performance

In essay format, respond to the following prompts. Your responses must follow the order of the prompts. You must include clear paragraph breaks to show when you have finished your response to one prompt and begun responding to the next.

First, describe the physical performance space and the audience. Consider items such as acoustics and aesthetics, the average age of the concert-goer, the general attentiveness of the audience, and anything you found either conducive to or distracting from the performance. How did visual aspects add to or detract from the overall performance?

Second, select one piece from the performance to review briefly. Your review must include the name of the piece, its composer, and any featured or notable performers. Remember that the titles of brief works go in quotation marks; the names of long pieces, such as entire symphonies, go in italics. Your review must include a discussion of three (3) different elements of music and how they were featured in this piece.

Third, repeat the above exercise using a second piece from the performance. Your review of this second piece must include the name of the piece, its composer, and any featured or notable performers. Remember that the titles of brief works go in quotation marks; the names of long pieces, such as entire symphonies, go in italics. Your review must include a discussion of three (3) different elements of music and how they were featured in this piece.

Fourth, compare and contrast the two pieces you have reviewed. Your comparison of the two pieces should center on their use of the elements of music. Your comparison must discuss at least three (3) elements. How were the pieces similar? How were they different?

Fifth, give an overall review of the performance. What were its strongest and weakest points? What did you like best? What did you like least? Would you attend this sort of performance again? Would you give positive recommendations to others? Be specific and give evidence from the performance to support your review.

Works Cited Close your paper with a works cited section. Your works cited should include a citation for the newspaper review you read at the beginning of the assignment. If you referenced the program notes or material from your reading on the Elements of Music, you must provide citations for those. For help formatting your works cited section, see the  Guide to Using Sources .

When you submit this assignment, please only include a comment if you have a question or another pertinent message to send to the instructional team. Do not include redundant information in the comments box, such as your name, A#, or file name. Each comment sends an email to the instructional team; entering redundant information clogs the system and delays our ability to respond to students who actually need help.

 

Points  100

Submitting  a file upload

File Types  doc, docx, rtf, txt, and pdf

Turnitin  Turnitin has been enabled for this assignment.

Music Assignment

Music Assignment
Criteria	Ratings	Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeHeading & paper format	Paper includes heading of Name, A#, USU 3330-SEC, Assignment Name, Assignment Date. Paper is single-spaced, in standard font size and type 1.0 pts Paper deviates from or is missing one or more of these guidelines 0.0 pts	1.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeResponse format	Reponses are in proper format--list of performance info in top left corner, followed by essay responses. No heading or text from the prompts is included 5.0 pts Paper is mostly in proper format 3.0 pts Paper is not in proper format 0.0 pts	5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePerformance title	Performance title is included and in proper place 1.0 pts Performance title is not in proper place or is missing 0.0 pts	1.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDate of attendance	Date of attendance is included and in proper place 1.0 pts Date of attendance is not in proper place or is missing 0.0 pts	1.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLocation	Location of performance is included and in proper place 1.0 pts Location is not in proper place or is missing 0.0 pts	1.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePerformers/Group	Name of group who performed is included and in proper place 1.0 pts Performers are not in proper place or missing 0.0 pts	1.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePerformance space	Response is thoughtful, specific, and of high quality in discussing the performance space. Response includes discussion of aesthetics, acoustics, and the effect of visual aspects on the performance. Response is above average 5.0 pts Response meets most of the criteria (missing 1 item or lacking robust detail). Response is average 4.0 pts Response is vague, sparse, or otherwise fails to repond fully to the prompt. Response is below average 3.0 pts Response ignores the prompt or is missing 0.0 pts	5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAudience	Response is thoughtful, specific, and of high quality in discussing the audience. Response includes discussion of average age of concert-goers and attentiveness of the audience. Response is above average 5.0 pts Response meets most of the criteria (missing 1 item or lacking robust detail). Response is average 4.0 pts Response is vague, sparse, or otherwise fails to repond fully to the prompt. Response is below average 3.0 pts Response ignores the prompt or is missing 0.0 pts	5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClear paragraph break	A clear paragraph break is included here 3.0 pts There is no clear paragraph break 0.0 pts	3.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePiece 1: Name and composer	Response includes the name of the piece and its composer. Name of piece is either in quotation marks or italics (not both) 5.0 pts Response includes the name of the piece and its composer, but name of piece is not formatted correctly 4.0 pts Response is missing either name or piece or its composer 3.0 pts Response is missing 0.0 pts	5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePiece 1: Elements	Response clearly discusses 3 elements of music, how they were used in the piece, and their effect on the piece. Response demonstrates understanding of the three elements 10.0 pts Response discusses 3 elements of music, but response is lacking in clarity or quality 8.0 pts Response is missing 1 element of music 5.0 pts Response is missing 2 or more elements of music 0.0 pts	10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClear paragraph break	A clear paragraph break is included here 3.0 pts There is no clear paragraph break 0.0 pts	3.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePiece 2: Name and composer	Response includes the name of the piece and its composer. Name of piece is either in quotation marks or italics (not both) 5.0 pts Response includes the name of the piece and its composer, but name of piece is not formatted correctly 4.0 pts Response is missing either name or piece or its composer 3.0 pts Response is missing 0.0 pts	5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePiece 2: Elements	Response clearly discusses 3 elements of music, how they were used in the piece, and their effect on the piece. Response demonstrates understanding of the three elements 10.0 pts Response discusses 3 elements of music, but response is lacking in clarity or quality 8.0 pts Response is missing 1 element of music 5.0 pts Response is missing 2 or more elements of music 0.0 pts	10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClear paragraph break	A clear paragraph break is included here 3.0 pts There is no clear paragraph break 0.0 pts	3.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeComparison	Response clearly compares the two pieces in terms of their use of elements of music. Response includes at least 3 elements. Response demonstrates understanding of the 3 elements. Response is thoughtful and of high quality 10.0 pts Response meets most of the requirements (1 error) 8.0 pts Response meets some of the requirements (2 errors) 5.0 pts Response ignores the prompt or is missing 0.0 pts	10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClear paragraph break	A clear paragraph break is included here 3.0 pts There is no clear paragraph break 0.0 pts	3.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOverall review and recommendation	Response gives an overall review of the performance, including its strengths and weaknesses. Response also includes a statement of whether or not this performance should be recommended to others. Response is thoughtful and specific 7.0 pts Response meets most of the requirements (1 error) 6.0 pts Review is vague, lacking in specifics, or mediocre in quality (2 errors) 5.0 pts Review ignores the prompt or is missing 0.0 pts	7.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClear paragraph break	A clear paragraph break is included here 3.0 pts There is no clear paragraph break 0.0 pts	3.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWorks cited	Works cited includes the citation for one newspaper review (from one of the approved newspapers). If other sources are referenced, proper citations are included 8.0 pts The newspaper review is not from an approved newspaper 5.0 pts Works cited does not contain a citation for one newspaper music review or is missing entirely 0.0 pts	8.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWorks cited	Works cited is formatted correctly. Sources are listed alphabetically. Web citations include the URL. 5.0 pts Works cited contains 1-2 errors 3.0 pts Works cited contains 3 or more errors 0.0 pts	5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSpelling/grammar	Minimal (1-2) errors 5.0 pts A few (3-5) errors 3.0 pts Many (6+) errors 0.0 pts	5.0 pts
Total Points: 100.0