Music 200 week 2 discussion

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W2 Discussion Requirements: Choose one of the Week 2 listening examples, which are embedded in Chapter 2 "Early Western Art Music" of the course e-text and in the Week 2 Lesson. (Music from the Middle Ages or Renaissance only, no Dylan, Baez, or Cash, etc.) Include the title of the listening example in your answer. After listening, address these 6 questions: After listening, address the following 6 questions: How did the music make you feel? Why? What was the mood of the music? Why do you say that? How would you move your body to the music? Why did you choose that movement? What facial expression would you associate with the music and why? Did the music make you think of a specific person, place or thing? What did you picture in your mind while listening? Why? At the end of your response, include a paragraph describing two of the following musical elements of your chosen listening example: melody, harmony, rhythm, timbre, texture, and form. Include an explanation of why you selected those terms to describe your chosen composition. Refer to Chapter 2 in the course text for a detailed explanation of these important musical terms. Your answer should reflect knowledge and understanding of the course materials, particularly as it relates to your chosen composition. “Summer is Icumen In” is a traditional English round song, regarded as one of the earliest existing demonstrations of counterpoint, which denotes a crucial evolution in musical techniques from the medieval period. 1. How did the music make you feel? Why? Listening to “Sumer is Icumen In” evokes delight, merriment, and a tinge of sentimental longing. The music evokes a distinct sense of warmth, possibly stemming from its tribute to the onset of summer—a time known for its innate vitality, liveliness, and plenty.
2. What was the mood of the music? Why do you say that? I’ll describe the mood of the music as cheerful and festive. I can conclude this by observing the dynamic tempo, the blending of harmonies in vocals, and the cheerful and motivating verses. These factors announce the coming of summer and the revival of nature. 3. How would you move your body to the music? Why did you choose that movement? When moving to this music, I might naturally sway or lightly dance, reflecting the happiness and festive vibe of the music. The steady rhythm and repetitive melody lend themselves to such motion, culminating in unity and a shared sense of celebration. 4. What facial expression would you associate with the music and why? Some possible facial expressions I could associate it with include showcasing a generous smile. Its focus on the happiness and festivities associated with the coming of summer and the harmonic melody almost instinctively encourages a feeling of joy reflected in how someone’s face appears. 5. Did the music make you think of a specific person, place, or thing? The song powerfully conjures images of pastoral England during summertime, with flourishing blooms bustling with life, verdant meadows stretching endlessly, and delightful melodies from chirping birds and people celebrating the warm weather. Instead of invoking a particular individual, it creates a vibrant depiction of a location and era. 6. What did you picture in your mind while listening? Why?
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