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Identification and analyses of selected large percussion ensemble works composed between 1970--2000.
(2003)
The purpose of this study was to identify and provide an analysis of selected highly ranked percussion ensemble works from 1970--2000. Through defined criteria, twenty-four experts were identified in the field of percussion ...
Michael Head: His contributions as composer, performer, educator with an analysis of selected solo songs.
(2002)
The purpose of this study was to investigate the life and work of Michael Head and to document his contributions to music education. During the course of the study, answers were sought to the following questions: (1) What ...
Sieben Lehmannlieder by Thomas Pasatieri :
(2000)
The study is divided into six chapters. The first chapter establishes the parameters: the introduction, the purpose, procedures for the work, a review of the related literature and an outline of the proposed study. Chapter ...
Approaches to Bartok's Contrasts: A Collection and Comparison by Clarinet Artists
(2013-12-13)
The purpose of this study is to broaden the knowledge of an important work in the clarinet repertoire, Contrasts, Sz. 111, for violin, clarinet and piano, by Bela Bartok. The method chosen for this study is the collection ...
Usage and development of piano method books in Taiwan: Interviews and observations with piano teachers.
(2004)
Several results imply that Taiwan's piano education circle has gradually changed from pianistic technique-based lessons to emphasizing the integrity of music learning. Teachers' strong tendency of combining different methods ...
Karel Husa's "Music for Prague 1968": An exploration of compositional process and historical background.
(2002)
Karel Husa's Music for Prague 1968 is a composition for wind ensemble, written immediately after the Soviet invasion of Czechoslovakia in August 1968. This study examines compositional elements in Music for Prague 1968, ...
The Interpretive Development of Four Successful University Band and Wind Ensemble Conductors Concerning Lincolnshire Posy by Percy Grainger and Symphony in B flat by Paul Hindemith
(2015-05-08)
In this study, two monumental works from the wind band repertoire, Lincolnshire Posy (1937) by Percy Grainger (1882 - 1961) and Symphony in B flat (1951) by Paul Hindemith (1895 - 1963) were examined from an interpretive ...
Using MIDI technology to enhance tuning skills for choral conductors .
(2006)
Chapter Two provides a background on the development of pitch and temperament along with mathematical calculations for different scales. These calculations provide the framework for the tuning software included with the document.
Omnes compleant: A conductor's resource guide to the Office of Compline.
(2006)
Compline is the last of the liturgical celebrations within the daily cycle of the Roman Catholic Divine Office. Intended for observance at the completion of the day, or prior to sleep, Compline is the office immediately ...
A survey of the importance of functional piano skills as reported by band, choral, orchestra, and general music teachers.
(2000)
The purpose of this study was to determine which functional piano skills public school teachers consider to be of greatest value for their band, choral, orchestra, and general music jobs. The research sought information ...