Music History (MUSC3HB)

The essay covers a range of Western Classical composers and their piano works. When developing a repertoire of music, understanding the composers who wrote the music adds a layer of depth to the works themselves. There are links between musicians that also turn into leaps of change between them. The main composers mentioned are Ludwig von Beethoven, Franz Liszt, Edvard Grieg, and Aleksander Scriabin.

In the operatic music world, there are many famous vocal works that music enthusiasts will run to theatres to hear. Opera singers like Joan Sutherland and Christa Ludwig had voices to fill a music hall. The vocal prowess of opera singers in history is an inspiration to music as we know it. The essay explores operatic music through powerful singers of the 20th century.

In the realm of Western Classical Music, Bach is known as the catalyst to many composers' music works. This well-researched essay divulges in Bach's life, music style, and vocal works.

The music history essay is an in-depth analysis of "The Magic Flute" opera by the genius composer, Mozart. Points covered are the historical background of Mozart, Mozart's musical identity, analysis of the plot and music of the opera, and symbolism found in the music itself.

Amiri Baraka (previously known as LeRoi Jones) gives a thorough introduction to jazz through his book, "Blues People." The essay summarises Baraka's message on jazz and blues in American social, musical, economic, and cultural history. The journey of Western Classical music to Jazz music is a transformative one worth knowing.