In this comparison/contrast essay, you are exploring at least one of the topic areas. However, you may combine different mediums (art, literature & music) to get your total of at least three.
The prompts under each question are intended to guide your response. Be selective, and choose those that are most relevant to make your point.
Compare and contrast at least three examples from the art. literature, music or their combination from Chapters 13-15. Use specific examples from different time periods in your text when possible. Consider how the works are indicative of the social, cultural, and technical issues facing us today. Music; Look in the modules section for a summary of Music.
Use this information and the information from Ch. 13-15 of your text to help you compose your response.
You must discuss at least three examples from the listening guides.
List and discuss some of the main characteristics of Music from period (Ch. 13-15)
Use specific listening examples from the module section of your text. Review the chapter summaries to assist you.
What are the main differences in the style and subject of music? Use specific examples.
What were some of the innovations and changes that effected the structure and sound of this music?
Try to characterize the differences in sound as this music changed in the Modern period.