Musical Critique

I thoroughly enjoyed this concert recital overall. It was awesome to be part of the orchestra's last concert of the year. This was the last, ever concert for the senior members of the orchestra, at KSU. It was special to be part of that. I would definitely attend another if given the chance. I am thankful for the wonderful opportunity to attend this musical performance and I am looking forward to the next orchestra concert I

Sadly when I arrived at the theater I was not even sure I would be able to focus on the show, for my mother who was meant to see this production with me yet was unable to. Due to unforeseeable circumstances that neither one of us could for see and so with all of this hanging over head I was really hoping to get a laugh from this play, which it did. This was not the first time that I had come to see a play at Boise Little Theater, but definitely this was the first time that I had done it on my own. Which was a tad

Listening to the lyrics of your favorite song you automatically start to have a connection with that song. Then the song starts to represent you and your life because of the lyrics. Some songs show about being a fighter,having freedom, or just being you. There's a billion of songs out there and there's a billion of people who connect with those songs. Usually the most common reason why some songs represent people is by their past experience. For me some songs represent me because I decided to follow my dreams,living in the moment, and get right back up.

The summary of the play includes the insight of multiple characters’ lives, all within the Hispanic community of Manhattan’s Washington Heights. One story includes a street market owner, Usnavi (Steven Pego), who’s in love with a girl named Vanessa (Lexi Marta) and is encouraged to make a move by his co- worker, Sonny (Edwin Rivera). Vanessa works at a beauty shop owned by Daniela (Goldera Surles) AND struggles to pay her, all while being bullied at work. Benny (Makay Johnson) and Camila (Kimmy Paltz) are a happily married couple who owns a business, while their daughter, Nina (Lauren Guerra) struggles in school but is in love with Benny who works with her family. Their love is forbidden by Nina’s father because he wants her to finish her education. The town’s grandma, played by Deidre

The dance choreography in the musical was very good and flowed very freely with each song.  For example,  all the characters danced in the opening with smooth glides and transitions.  When the circus came to town, the dance choreography worked the entire stage.

Set in the Frontier of Oklahoma in the early 1900s, this musical tells the story of two pairs of lovers. Laurey, is a farmer’s daughter and Curly is a cowboy. Both of them are in a love/hate relationship with each other and have a secret passion towards one another but won’t admit it. Judd, who was hired by Laurey to be a helper, tries to come between them. Meanwhile, Ado Annie is torn between Will, a cowboy who very much loves her, and Ali Hakim, a peddler who 's a ladies man and does not like commitment. During this time, the Box Social was almost near. The Box social was this huge fundraising

With means to express oneself, helps one overcome the difficulties of life. This approach represents the entire nature of the hip hop culture, especially when dealing with social justice issues. Today, the hip hop culture association revolves around raps (lyrics) and the rappers which reflect how consumers receive messages about social justice issues. Unlike breaking and graffiti, the music/lyrics penetrate society more. However, for this analysis, the focus will rely on a visual element with a connection to hip hop music. Even though a music video would make sense as a visual means of expression, this analysis has more interest in the cover art that goes with a hip hop album. Also, this focus will lead to the question of how important is art

The composer wrote this charming piece of music because he knows the audience likes showy pieces. It was based on the appeal of tunes he heard during his childhood. I enjoy the sound of the piano being played, and I loved how the composer uses it to make this very admirable piece.

The play of Our Town, had me on the edge of my seat the entire time. This play was one of the best plays that I have ever seen and it was definitely worth the price of admission. This was the best play that I have ever seen because most of the characters knew their lines and they did a marvelous job using the stage without any scenery in the background.

For my piano critique, I went to see Sean Cavanaugh with accompaniment of Dominic Muzzi, play Ludwig van Beethoven’s Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Op. 15. This recital was performed on campus, in Recital Hall November 6, 2017 at 8:30pm. Both Cavanaugh and Muzzi performed their portion of the piece on the piano.

Track 4 ("Time"): This song began with the clattering of what sounded like coins in bottles. Those sounds crescendo until 0:19, when the alarm clock and church bells entered. The alarm clock and bells faded out at 0:51, ending that section. I was very happy when that section ended; I did not enjoy the alarm clock. A percussion instrument that sounded like a heartbeat kept a steady rhythm. The electric guitar entered a few seconds after the percussion instrument and started performing a minor second. It reminded me of “Jaws” during that section. At 2:00, the interval changed along with the percussion, which added bongo drums.

A). I plan on composing and performing a song in front of an audience for my final project. B). I have written songs before but I have never performed them in front of an audience other than my mom.

In the spring of 2014 my grandmother and I, went to see the Lyric Opera House production of the Sound of Music. My grandmother and I both agreed it was one of the best performances we have ever seen! The actors were able to really grasp and become one with their character. For example, the actress who played Maria, was absolutely amazing! When the curtains open and I heard her sing The Sound of Music I was about to burst into tears because it was one of the most beautiful things I have ever heard of!

After months of rehearsing, the show date finally approaches. I find myself in what I like to call my pre-performance state. This state usually last from the first tech rehearsal to the last show. To prepare myself for the show I begin by not eating over processed foods and sugary drinks. These items make my body feel very heavy and sluggish. In order to perform at my peak, I have to feel energized. I achieve this buy eating a lot of green foods. My diet mostly consists of salads and grains. I stay hydrated by drinking lots of water. My pre-performance state also entails my two favorite beverages coffee and apple juice.

The music played throughout all of the concerts adhered to be diverse. The instruments, the individuals performing, and the conductor all proved to be outstanding. The concerts proved to be interesting as I witnessed them, first hand.