Answer all questions per unit, unless instructed to choose. The best answers
will refer to assigned readings and classroom lectures or discussion. Do
not hesitate to use our classes listserv: MUSFORUM@listserv.arizona.edu
to help you formulate your ideas and to ask questions of me or your pee
rs.
Assignments are due as indicated. Do not ask for extensions or makeups.
Remember you must complete five of the assigned options to earn the full
250 points.
Be sure to indicate the reflection number in the heading of your paper and
follow other expectations for format and
writing criteria.
In approximately 500 words describe an example from your own experience
where music was used to enhance human power. Describe as precisely as possible
the kind of music, the setting, and the people involved. Note what specific
characteristics of the music seemed most responsible for the effects you
describe. Write about details. Perhaps the most effective feature of the
music was the insistent dance beat, the repetitive drum patterns, the lilting
waltz-rhythm, the soothing melody, the mellow saxophone solo, the throaty
growls of the lead singer, the biting brass responses, and so on.
Does your experience connect to any of the situations you read about in
the assigned material for this unit? Explain.