Reflective Essay About Music

Everyday music engulfs us whether we are watching a show, listening to the radio, or shopping at a grocery store. Music gives humans the ability to express oneself when there is no other way. Music sparks more creativity, emotions and brain function than any other activity.

Music Evaluation: “All About That Bass” Sitting at the top of several music charts, including Billboard’s “Hot 100,” is Meghan Trainor’s “All About That Bass.” Although it is technically in the genre of pop, this song holds a 1960’s doo-wop feel. The music itself is upbeat, positive, and is seen as “feel good” music. As said by Bennett Reimer in “Why Do Humans Value Music,” “Music creates possibilities of feeling available only from music.”

When I was in fifth grade, I was caught between two worlds, playing a woodwind or string instrument. If I played a woodwind instrument I would have to blow in it to make music, but string instruments are played with a bow to make music. After much thought, I decided that the violin was the best instrument for me, because it has a beautiful, unique sound, plus the possibilities are never-ending. I could receive a compliment from a teacher, or even get accepted to the symphony.

I walked down the street toward Bob’s Music Store carrying the violin that belonged to my grandfather. Before it was my grandfather’s, it belonged to his father when he came over from Norway. The instrument had some family history. Now that my grandfather has passed on, this was one of the few objects that I had left to remember him by.

With means to express oneself, helps one overcome the difficulties of life. This approach represents the entire nature of the hip hop culture, especially when dealing with social justice issues. Today, the hip hop culture association revolves around raps (lyrics) and the rappers which reflect how consumers receive messages about social justice issues. Unlike breaking and graffiti, the music/lyrics penetrate society more. However, for this analysis, the focus will rely on a visual element with a connection to hip hop music. Even though a music video would make sense as a visual means of expression, this analysis has more interest in the cover art that goes with a hip hop album. Also, this focus will lead to the question of how important is art

The best teachers can do is to not allow students to see when the students have not meet the expectations they had and when students do not meet their own expectations, the teacher needs to encourage the student to try again and learn from their previous experience;

Collaboration. The use of online websites, blogs and digital audio software for musicians to collaborate on projects and disseminate new ideas throughout online communities. In this section, I will draw on the work of Jones (2011) and Lysloff (2003) to discuss how much easier it is for musicians to find others in similar genre’s to collaborate with, particularly in more obscure genres of music.

The Musical Composition that has changed my life to how I see music is the song The Stroke from Billy Squier. I did not really know the meaning of the song, but it really Widened my Horizon in terms of music from only before listening to The Beatles, The Beach Boys, and The Monkeys. Then later being able to listen to Rush, AC/DC, Aerosmith And Other Really good rock bands that I still love today. Then I started collecting Records then I started collecting CDs, the first album I bought for myself is the majestic Black Sabbath Album “Paranoid” The album with the musical compositions Paranoid, Iron Man, War Pigs/Luke’s Wall, Planet Caravan, Rat Salad, Electric Funeral, And Fairies Wear Boots. This album was such an amazing introduction to Black

Many might say that the arts are stereotyped as a pass time or an extracurricular activity; I envision it as a safe haven from stress and anxiety. Throughout the past 8 years, music has played an insurmountable role in my development into the individual I have become today. Through times of disappointment and dissatisfaction, I have always resorted to music as a way to relieve myself, whether it be playing or listening. Music thrives through me, and applies to every day of my life.

I find myself in a constant state of appreciation. I worship hot coffee every morning and recently, every night. I keep in touch with my small group of friends hourly through texting or Skype, usually, and always make time to see them on the weekends. I remind myself to thank my parents for everything they’ve done for me, never taking my life or experiences for granted.

As an undergraduate in college not knowing what to major in is the worst feeling besides the paperwork and assignments. Writing song is my escape I put on my headphone and start singing then all the words and tune seems to match my feelings. I kept walking. As I walked across Mount Sinai Emergency Hospital I can faintly hear my mother saying “let's go to trade fair we are out of bread” to me and my younger sister. I kept walking and all of a sudden everything was black I couldn't see anything. But I could hear my mom screaming what is happening and asking for help. I was lifted and I wanted to speak but no words would come out eventually my body give in and I was fully unconscious. I woke up seeing myself getting IV shot and surrounded with elderly patients. I never felt so scared and helpless. I saw my mother face and she said smiling it was nothing to worry about my blood pressure went down at the moment. That day when I left I was so curious on how things happen. Everything about medical scares me but what scares me the worst is to not be able to do anything about it. That sparks my interest towards medicine

When I entered the band hall for the first time over six years ago, I instantly fell in love. I had heard so much about band from my older brother, and I wanted follow in his footsteps. Originally, I had three choices for what instrument I could play, flute, clarinet, and oboe, which was a decision that would determine what I would stick with for the next 7 years. I knew I couldn’t play clarinet because I wanted to choose a different path than my brother, and I turned down oboe because it was one of the more advanced instruments. So with flute as my default, I began on my musical journey that would last all throughout high school. Right off the bat, I was an extremely determined player, I practiced and practiced sometimes even more than I did

Since I was a small child I have always been musically inclined. My dad being a musician and producer, and my uncles being popular reggae artists, it is easy to understand my interest. Growing up, I taught myself to play several instruments, including the xylophone and the piano, and made many failed attempts at the guitar. I also experimented with singing, participating in both school and church choir as an alto. As a child, I found Beyoncé to be one of my biggest inspirations. In fact, some of the most memorable moments I had regarding music at this time revolved around her. For example, I can recall the first long note I ever held being from her song “Dangerously in Love”; I was just six years old. I would also memorize every one of her

Music is respect. Respect to ones self and to others, whether it is someone that has the same taste in music as you, or someone that has the complete opposite taste as you. That’s something I see happen way to much, people bashing on other people because of what they listen to. Instead of accepting that everyone isn’t going to like what you like. Music is supposed to be something we all have in common, it’s supposed to bring us together and create peace, not turn us against each other. It’s something that we all do, including me at times. Not only in music but in everyday life.

“What do you like listening to?” It’s a question that receives numerous answers, yet all vary from person to person. When people ask me, I can never give them a definite answer. It’s not because I don’t listen to the wide genre of music or I don’t wish for them to know what I like. It’s actually due to me not being able to explain it in a simple manner. Music brings in what other cannot do. It’s able to tell a story, be entertaining, and make me feel something in a span of a few minutes. Music and what it brings, whether it’s being broadcasted on the radio or me playing music on the violin, has and will be an important part of my life. The importance of music relies heavenly on its ability to tell a story, be entertaining, and make me feel something just from one song.