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The Influence of the Preludes from the Well-Tempered Clavier of J. S. Bach on the Preludes and Etudes of Chopin

Description: Bach and Chopin were both virtuosi on their respective keyboard instruments and were considered as successful performers. This study analyzes the Influence of the Preludes from the Well-Tempered Clavier of J. S. Bach on the Preludes and Etudes of Chopin. They both exploited their keyboard instruments to the fullest. The study concluded that what Bach achieved in his preludes and fugues, Chopin imitated in the spirit of his age.
Date: May 1984
Creator: Tavaglione, Eunice J.
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Credibility and Performance Changes in Older Persons

Description: This paper discusses the irreversible decrement model and explores credibility and performance changes in older persons through a study conducted with 300 residents of the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Phyllis L. Jones performs a literature review before delving into the methodology, process, and results of the study.
Date: September 1989
Creator: Jones, Phyllis L.
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No Apparent Reason

Description: This paper discusses five works the author created and the thought process that went into the creation of these works. Helen Altman discusses the fascination with temporary or process pieces and the use of commonplace materials to depict a message.
Date: August 1989
Creator: Altman, Helen
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Self-Disclosure and the Use of the Two-Chair Dialogue Employing Supplied Versus Personal Constructs

Description: This paper explores the differences in self-disclosure level of 45 female undergraduates in modeling of a two-chair dialogue using personal and supplied constructs. Beth Marie Peterson discusses the results of the experiment and their implications for therapy and research.
Date: August 1986
Creator: Peterson, Beth Marie
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A Structural Analysis of the Concerto for Alto Saxophone and String Orchestra in E-flat Major, Opus 109, by Alexander Glazunov, With Suggested Performance Application

Description: This paper provides a historical overview of the creation of the Concerto in E-flat Major for alto saxophone and string orchestra, Op. 109, by Alexander Glazunov, performs a structural and melodic analysis of the piece, and makes suggestions for the application of the findings.
Date: December 1981
Creator: Duke, Stephen R.
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An Assessment of the Role of James ”Jimmy” Blanton in the Development of Jazz Bass

Description: This paper evaluates the musical contributions of Jimmy Blanton to the history of jazz bass playing. Rex O. Bozarth investigates the development of the jazz bass throughout the twentieth century, the influences that impacted Blanton's style, and the musical innovations the performer introduced.
Date: December 1981
Creator: Bozarth, Rex O.
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Les Hotteterre et les Chédeville: Three Biographical Sketches in Translation

Description: This paper traces the genealogy of the Hotteterre and the Chédeville families through a translation of three works by Jules Carlez, Ernest Thoinan, Nicolas Mauger. Carol Padgham Albrecht annotates these translations with biographical information and highlights the contributions of the instrument makers.
Date: December 1980
Creator: Albrecht, Carol Padgham
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Analysis of the Salt-Bisque Technique, Its Effects Under Regulated Conditions and Its Evolution Through the Introduction of Seven Sodium-Based Chemicals

Description: This paper examines the surface effects of the salt-bisque technique on clay forms and its evolution through the introduction of seven-sodium based chemicals. Genevieve Espinosa walks the reader through a series of tests and procedures in three stages: the formative, decorative, and conclusive (firing) stages.
Date: May 1987
Creator: Espinosa, Genevieve
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The Influence of Schoenberg’s Tonal Language on Berg’s Four Pieces for Clarinet, Op. 5

Description: This paper explores the influence of composer Arnold Schoenberg's tonal language on the work of his pupil, Alban Berg, illustrated in Berg's Four Pieces for Clarinet, Op. 5. Beverly Ann Lavocat introduces the concept of atonality and provides a musical analysis of Berg's piece.
Date: December 1984
Creator: Lavocat, Beverly Ann
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A Case Study of the Character Carmen

Description: This paper discusses the portrayal of the character of Carmen in the novel written by Prosper Mérimée and in the opera written by Georges Bizet. Sharon Grahnquist provides historical background to the character and her creation, and offers and interpretation of the intended performance.
Date: May 1983
Creator: Grahnquist, Sharon
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A Contrast of the Use of the Double Bass in the Chamber Works of G. Rossini and F. Schubert

Description: This paper discusses the handling of Double Bass in the chamber music written by Gioacchino Rossini and Franz Schubert. Russell Clark White provides historical background to the importance of these contributions before delving into musical analysis of the individual bass parts of these pieces.
Date: August 1982
Creator: White, Russell Clark
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The Treatment of the Alto Flute in Orchestral Literature

Description: This paper presents a brief history of the alto flute and discusses its use in the orchestral literature of European, Russian and American composers. Analysis of selected passage from various works determine its use as either a solo instrument, doubling or reinforcing voice, or as part of an accompanying line.
Date: May 1980
Creator: Kirkpatrick, Linda M.
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