Music 117 Song Report

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Music 117 Song report: What makes a song a hit? Why do some artists make it into the history books while others are forgotten? Choose a hit song that you believe is or will be a “classic” created by an artist who you believe we will still be paying attention to in 20 to 30 years The focus of this assignment has 3 primary elements 1) analyze the musical influences that led to the composition of the song 2) comment on and research the song’s potential longevity as a hit or the artist’s potential for pop “immortality” 3) discuss the primary influences on the artist or band who recorded the song The Plan (you have 2 options) 1) Oral Report (can be done by committee of 2) • Play the song in class including name, artist, style, and year recorded •…show more content…
Create a short historical narrative that demonstrates the musical styles that may have led to the creation of the song. What musical components of the song can you sight that demonstrate these influences. Be as specific as possible. This might include discussion of the rhythmic style or “groove” of the song, instrumentation, texture, form, melody, harmony, political focus or lack there of, and anything else you choose to include. You need to do more than simply mentioning published influences. Play short examples of songs or artists that may have influenced the creation of “your” song • Discuss and share critical writing and commentary on the song or artist to back up your claims that we will still be caring about this artist in the year

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