Music
This is a Jazz music concert.
Fifty percent of your grade will be based on your musical analysis of the performances. You will need to describe elements such as melody, rhythm, harmony, texture, timbre, etc.
The review should be in 2 parts:
1) The names of the performing groups/ artists;
Describe the setting. Is it a large hall or an intimate theater? What type of audience is there? Young or old?
The titles of all compositions being performed. Include the specific movements if it includes multi-movement works. Often these will be tempo indications such as Allegro, Andante, Molto Vivace, etc.
Describe one or more musical elements that you recognize in the compositions.
what instruments did they play?
Identify the style period (If you are unaware what the style is, look up the composer and compare it to the period discussed in the book). The dates will often appear in the program. Mention any instrument that stands out and explain why.
2) How do they respond to the music?
Describe your personal reaction to the concert. List reasons why you think it was successful or not.(focus more on the Program 2)?