Music of the 1950s was characteristic of the revolution that was going on during the decade. Amidst the turbulence and social tensions, music genres within pop culture increasingly associated themselves with the various causes for or against social change. Songs frequently lnclude lyrics that have obvious political and social commentary. The numerous interactions between music and the social Revolution in the 1960s will be the focal point for your music critique.
Instructions
You are to select a music piece produced during the 1960s and critique its relevance/implications on issues which we have discussed regarding the social Revolutian (e.g. the civil rights movement, Black power, vietnam war, women'smovement, politics). when you have selected your music piece, remember to consult your tutor to check whether your selection is appropriate for the assignment. Attach a list of references used at the end of your critique (e.g. the source from which you obtained the music lyrics/tune).
Suggested aspects to consider for your critique (you do not need to cover all):
Songwriter/singer (Their political interests/motivations which can be associated with the music piece) Effectiveness of diction (choice of words in the music piece) Appropriateness of tone in conveying purpose of music Popularity with the public/selected groups (explain its impact/significance to the masses) Relevance to Social Revolution (The music's connection/s with the social revoulution
and the rubrics is on FB cuz its a picture. for more info, check class board. thanks.
Jh-303ians, the last day of the ever-so-difficult Interim Tests #1 is ending the next day! After the Biology test, you can start partae-ing with all your might. I hate to be a spoilsport, but you people have to remember that the deadline for the 1S1102 Atoms to Matter Combined Performance Task (20%) is tomorrow! So, start forming your little groups of 4 -5 people each! :)
Requirements:
1) Each group has to consist of at least a foreign scholar and a local scholar.
2) Each group is to be comprised of both male and female students.
That is quite important, so do try to remember. The bookings of the time slots are on a first-come-first-serve basis. :) Good luck for your final Interim Tests and enjoy your March holidays!
Please take a look at the designs of SOLARIS informal house tee, and tell me if you want S, M L or XL. For those who already told me, remember to bring the money kay? Its $10 for a shirt, $20 for 2 and $30 for three:]
1) MI 2 paragraph essay: What source do you subscribe to the most?
2) IS1102B Atoms to Matter: Lesson 5 - The Ideal Gas*
3) IH Spices Presentation - Cinnamon, Salt*
4) SPIRE Ideas*
* Quite important.
"Guys, no matter by hook or by crook, you must finish the IS1102B Graded Assignment, if you do not, according to Mr Goh's warning, it will become a real Graded Assignment. Also, let us not forget to thank everybody who have helped to set up this blog. Have a happy remainder of your weekends, JH-303" - Herk Yuan
HEY! i've changed the link due to some problems and also transferred this to our email that i;ve just made:D if u wan the pw or username, get it from me:D but everything stays the same yeah! BYE:D -Juliana
Music of the 1950s was characteristic of the revolution that was going on during the decade. Amidst the turbulence and social tensions, music genres within pop culture increasingly associated themselves with the various causes for or against social change. Songs frequently lnclude lyrics that have obvious political and social commentary. The numerous interactions between music and the social Revolution in the 1960s will be the focal point for your music critique.
Instructions
You are to select a music piece produced during the 1960s and critique its relevance/implications on issues which we have discussed regarding the social Revolutian (e.g. the civil rights movement, Black power, vietnam war, women'smovement, politics). when you have selected your music piece, remember to consult your tutor to check whether your selection is appropriate for the assignment. Attach a list of references used at the end of your critique (e.g. the source from which you obtained the music lyrics/tune).
Suggested aspects to consider for your critique (you do not need to cover all):
Songwriter/singer (Their political interests/motivations which can be associated with the music piece) Effectiveness of diction (choice of words in the music piece) Appropriateness of tone in conveying purpose of music Popularity with the public/selected groups (explain its impact/significance to the masses) Relevance to Social Revolution (The music's connection/s with the social revoulution
and the rubrics is on FB cuz its a picture. for more info, check class board. thanks.
Jh-303ians, the last day of the ever-so-difficult Interim Tests #1 is ending the next day! After the Biology test, you can start partae-ing with all your might. I hate to be a spoilsport, but you people have to remember that the deadline for the 1S1102 Atoms to Matter Combined Performance Task (20%) is tomorrow! So, start forming your little groups of 4 -5 people each! :)
Requirements:
1) Each group has to consist of at least a foreign scholar and a local scholar.
2) Each group is to be comprised of both male and female students.
That is quite important, so do try to remember. The bookings of the time slots are on a first-come-first-serve basis. :) Good luck for your final Interim Tests and enjoy your March holidays!
Please take a look at the designs of SOLARIS informal house tee, and tell me if you want S, M L or XL. For those who already told me, remember to bring the money kay? Its $10 for a shirt, $20 for 2 and $30 for three:]
1) MI 2 paragraph essay: What source do you subscribe to the most?
2) IS1102B Atoms to Matter: Lesson 5 - The Ideal Gas*
3) IH Spices Presentation - Cinnamon, Salt*
4) SPIRE Ideas*
* Quite important.
"Guys, no matter by hook or by crook, you must finish the IS1102B Graded Assignment, if you do not, according to Mr Goh's warning, it will become a real Graded Assignment. Also, let us not forget to thank everybody who have helped to set up this blog. Have a happy remainder of your weekends, JH-303" - Herk Yuan
HEY! i've changed the link due to some problems and also transferred this to our email that i;ve just made:D if u wan the pw or username, get it from me:D but everything stays the same yeah! BYE:D -Juliana
IH music critique.
