Part One
1) Write a synopsis (100-150 words) of the chapter, including some background context (social, historical) on the subject.
2) Answer the question (100-150 words): How does the chapter’s author address one or more of our class themes (a) musics role in the galvanizing community; b) musics role in highlighting problematics in systems of power and social injustice; c) music as a means for inspiring action). Be sure to quote your evidence.
Part Two
3) Post a YouTube or Spotify link with a track related to the reading above. Then, write a short analysis of the song (100-150 words), including lyrics, performance context, influence, etc. Think about exercising music vocabulary and listening skills!
In your analyses, try to go BEYOND THE LYRICS. Think about the musical setting, the contexts of performance. Here’s a quick primer on music vocabulary
ONLY CHAPTER 3
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