The 1950s Culture Research Introduction During the end of the second world war in America, the American culture developed across the United States. Teenagers gained their independence through listening to their music and by stopping to wear the same clothing as their parents. Music in the 1950s was primarily influenced by the African American culture of the South. Jazz and Blues played a significant role in establishing new music genres of the time (Vaillancourt 9). The most popular type of music in the 1950s was rock and roll (Vaillancourt 10). Rock and roll were featured by repetitive chord progressions, tempos, loud guitars and pulsating drums. This essay focuses on discussing Rock and Roll as the most popular types of music during the 1950s, and why the music continues to be the world’s most recognizable and popular form of music. Rock and Roll Rock and roll were first introduced into the world by the explosive events of the mid-1950s (Halliwell 2). the music genre had themes and artistic styles that were unique, brief and which spawned the movement. Individual sin the…

Comparison between “Moments” and “That time of the year thou mayst in me behold.” Introduction Most literary works related in different forms. Some could be sharing similar structures, Styles, and stylistic devices, themes, or they could have characters with the same traits. The poem, “That time of the year thou mayst in me behold,” is a critical love poem that revolves around a middle-aged man who is trying to reveal the importance of present times in our lives by developing the theme of love. William Shakespeare wrote the poem in 1509. This poem was not published in 1609, like most of Shakespeare’s sonnets. It addresses the narrator’s anxiety about growing old by comparing the times of the year and the passing time in nature.  The author stresses on the emptiness of an earlier age. The song, “Moment” by Jhene Aiko is almost similar to Sonnet 73 by William Shakespeare. Moment revolves around time. The singers try to express the difference between the past present and the future. The artist claims that the past is history, the future is a mystery,…

A review of Naples city Introduction Naples city is the third-largest city in Italy after Rome and Milan and the capital of Naples province in the Campania region in southern Italy. Its name Naples is also known as Italian Napoli, is a Latin name meaning “new town.” it is one of the oldest continuously inhabited towns in the world, and Greeks thousands of years ago first settled that. Its age of existence and the fact that it has given refuge to many people and ethnicities across the western part of Europe makes it one of the best places to seek information about the history of western Europe. Naples is perhaps the most exceptional description of the mother colony of the inception of the west of Europe. It is also a center for the professionalism of the communities of western Europe by being the center of the nation’s commerce for its credit of housing the region’s principal port and culture. Looking at Naples and reviewing it on the bases of its capacity of information and professionalism, four different factors profoundly defines…

different dimensions of art, how they affect the artists and the society around them In most scenarios, drawing and paintings are the first thoughts that get into one’s mind while thinking about art. Though it is worth to note that artists cannot just be confined and limited to the labeled artists, in the broader scope, art can be referred to like anything that created or made to initiate a conversation for other people or yourself. Nn argued that art is necessary and is inescapable. He states that art is conspicuous everywhere one moves to. The parks are awash with artworks to inform individuals as well as attracting their attention to various aspects. Arts on posters carry a lot of motivations and information while the music on televisions and radio helps in keeping one active and live. Nn maintained that most of the time, people find themselves engulfed by the power of art without even noticing. Moreover, philosophers have long argued that as empirical and objective as science is, it cannot capture and explain phenomena like emotion and the true essence…

Technology and Jazz Music “Jazz is the only music in which the same note can be played night after night and yet different every time”. The words of Ornette Collman are a genuine reflection of the impact that technology has had on Jazz music.  Ideally, technology has uplifted Jazz music to the point that it can adopt a variation of sounds, instrumentals and even incorporate aspects of poetry and yet still carry its original aesthetic component.  Before the introduction of technology, Jazz music was simply a form of music that relied heavily on improvisation.  Most of the Jazz of the period before the 1890s were selling mainly due to their originality and the emotional component that primarily addressed the culture of the African Americans.   As time went by, however, technological advancements were introduced into the world of music and as soon as it has begun incorporating instrument also that enhanced the production of Jazz to the incorporation of sophisticated equipment that has pushed Jazz music to the best of its form.  Through an in-depth analysis, this paper aims at showing…

ARGUMENTATIVE RESEARCH Requirements: (copy and pasted from teacher) Your paper must be 6-8 pages in length, not including your Works Cited page You must use at least one of our required course texts and at least four additional research sources that you find on your own (5+ total) You must cite all sources properly using MLA Style for in-text citation and Works Cited page You must present your argument to the class, either in person or via Canvas, and this presentation must be prepared for a general audience, not an academic one (see directions below) Desсrіption: Write a well-researched paper in which you construct an argument of your own about the public sphere and social change. Your argument should have a narrow focus that is developed through our readings and discussions in Unit III, but all topics related to Unit III are available to you. [unique_solution]Possible topics might focus on some aspect of social media or on a specific platform that is controversial or about which you have something to say. You might also consider artistic expression on the internet:…

Umm Kulthum Movie Review             Music indeed has a significant meaning that organized society in the Middle East by instituting biding affairs among communities. This formed a comparable identity that motivates people more than any other art. Therefore, Umm Kulthum’s career and her film provide remarkable connections between music philosophy and social organization in the Middle East communities (Lohman, n.p). Throughout her considerable talent, she brought mediocracy to the stories of other Middle Eastern women, where else her musical mastery helped to bring social development and togetherness in Arabs society in the new century. Also, she played a noteworthy influence on the notions of nationalism, whereby she became a political voice and an advocate for social and political issues from her charitable contributions to military efforts. I liked her capability to tie musical creativeness to the connotation of the world in such a way that she constructed song meaning that was felt by listeners who gathered great gratitude. Besides, she was intact with her audience, such she could repeat lines several times until her audience was satisfied, which created an…

Collaborative Project Report   Introduction This report is prepared based on my practical experience in a collaborative unit, Out Of Samsara, which is an interactive narrative project that was launched by five students from a multidisciplinary group, including MA Visual Effects, MA Game design, MA 3D animation, and MA Creative Computing. The report includes four main sections. The first part provides a general introduction of personal aims and objectives concerning the project. The second component offers a detailed insight into the collaborative process, including my assigned duties and tasks, leading to the discussion of the project in the third part. Finally, the third section involves the evaluation and reflection of the knowledge and experiences I gained during the collaboration units. Personal Aims & Objectives of the Project The main aims of the collaborative groups have the following purposes: To understand the nature of collaboration and develop problems solving skills. To gain experience in working for a multidisciplinary group and enhance my verbal communication capabilities in English. To practice the knowledge about the VFX program to increase confidence in becoming a 3D…

THE TRIUMPH OF PAN BY NICOLAS POUSSIN The original painting of Triumph of Pan was a not so subtle celebration of culture, as portrayed by Nicolas Poussin, leading painter in the baroque style that was synonymous with French painting. The painting depicts pan lain in the middle of a tight-knit group of people who appear to be reveling in all kinds of pleasure, some in lewd sexual positions, and others seeming to partake in alcoholic drinks. Some of the men and women appear to be completely naked and exposed as others appear to be struggling to get up, possibly due to the alcohol intake, or the coercion may be interpreted as a representation of rape. The painting does not seem to hold just a single meaning but maybe understood uniquely by everyone who sees it. Recently, in the year 2017, Louis Vuitton, a popular fashion and luxury retail store, took the bold step of collaborating with famous contemporary artist Jeff Koons in their latest chain of handbags (Editor). The whole idea was the creation of luxury bags with famous paintings done…

Contemporary Canadian Ragtime and Jazz Festival Acts Is Ragtime dead? No! It isn’t even dead! These are the famous words from “Ragtime Bob” Darch, a major proponent of the Canadian ragtime movement. The same eternal words still leave on through the works of many contemporary artists. You can catch some of these acts at a festival to get a sense of these words. Attending such events is not only an excellent way to enjoy music but hang out with like-minded people. Here are some of the acts you shouldn’t miss at your next jazz festival. THE KIRBY FAMILY Scott Kirby has performed been thrilling festival audiences with versions of Scott Joplin hits since the 90s. In recent years Leah and Sara, his daughters have joined him on stage. Stunning vocals, violins, washboards, and even ukuleles accompany his piano strumming. His deep appreciation for the roots of jazz and Ragtime makes every performance worth attending. Dr. Dave Majchrzak Dr. Dave performs at every festival when his not busy heading the music faculty at the Scott Joplin foundation. He’s toured every jazz…