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It begins with grand bass drums and chilling gong, welcoming the sublime trumpet triplets. Closing my eyes I clearly see a royal procession: two rows of trumpeters flanking a red carpet. A steady stream of people of all ages, sizes, appearances, and cultures make their way forth, none of them standing out but shining together as a whole. The triplets continue, and as three notes of a chord feel whole and complete. Nothing is lacking. This basic skeleton of the piece remains the same throughout, repeating the sets of triplets that make "Fanfare" the distinctive piece it is.
A brief all-percussive interlude precedes a section in which horns a full range lower than the trumpets play the central riff of triplets. Even the bass drum joins in by playing the triplet in a lower range. Then a collection of brass and percussion instruments play a few bars before the whole horn section joins in, punctuated by the drums....
No instrument is no better than any other, reflecting the central theme of humanity's collective strength. One of the only true structural changes in the fanfare draws attention to the common man's glory, too, when the orchestra plays two punches. At that moment it feels as if even the saddest of human beings is elevated to a regal status. The fanfare becomes absolutely uplifting and joyous in tone.
The first time I listened to the piece, I wondered when Copeland would change the time signature: do something to build the fanfare up with glory. Yet with each subsequent encounter, it becomes apparent that "Fanfare for the Common Man" celebrates the core of greatness in all human beings with a majestic sophistication. Because Copeland's fanfare is grand without being grandiose, it is an optimal celebration of humanity. A fanfare for the common man can be even more remarkable than one for an emperor.
Music What music do you associate with childhood? How did/does this music make you feel? How do your choices reflect your childhood experiences? Music that is associated with childhood has special significance as it not only contributes to the mental development of the child but also reminds one of the happy memories of the childhood. Even the research shows that the music that a child hears has influence on him throughout his
In other words each music performance is different and the impulsiveness of each performance confirms the concept of indeterminate music. 6) Describe an Indonesian Gamelan. (Textbook p. 282-283) It said that Debussy, when he heard the Indonesian ensemble called gamelan was surprisingly delighted at its diverse and delicate timbers, and decided to use the elements in the impressionistic sound which he was working at developing. The gamelan, a distinctive Indonesian orchestra consisting
Music Anastasia The Music in "Anastasia" Movies are remembered either for their stories, plot, characters or music. It is the challenge for the director and producer of the movie to make effective use of as many aspects of the movie as he can. The cartoon and animated movies normally are remembered for their graphics and fantasy. Music adds to the fantasy of a movie. Anastasia is one such movie that offers a complete
Music & Cognition Music is a fundamental element of human culture that has been in existence nearly as long as humans have existed. Most people who listen to and appreciate music can personally attest to the power or influence music has. We listen to certain songs or types of music to reinforce or change our moods. Each person knows what songs will bring on a rush of memories or sensations that
Music has always been an important part of my life. From the time I was a little boy into my adolescence and through my teenage years, music was my companion whenever I could put my headset on and not get in trouble for listening to music. My good times were accompanied by music and just like my friends, music was there when I wasn't doing so well. In fact music
Music Voice Borders John Coltrane's Innovation Exemplified in the piece "In a Sentimental Mood" "John Coltrane's brief career was one of constant evolution and the innovations of each period of his development have had ramifications for the playing of virtually every contemporary jazz player;" Coltrane's level of innovation was unprecedented, and still is to this day (Baker 1990 p 11). He is now one of the most well-known artists in Jazz music