1000 Words +-10% plus bibliography Write about one song from the list provided.
Identify the genre, style and time period and subsequent choice of song structure instrumentation, arrangement, effects and mix.
Assessment Outline:
Demonstrate your understanding of basic compositional and production approaches and how these have been influenced by the genre, style and time period in which the piece of your choice is situated.
Description
See below a list of songs to choose from. Each piece on the list is an example of a genres/styles and periods of popular music that we have discussed in our sessions. Your written response should be supported by specific reference to the song and to relevant reading.
List of songs: choose 1 of the following:
1930s
Louise Johnson: All Night Long Blues (1930)
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1950s
Ella Fitzgerald: I’ve got a crush on you (1950)
Chuck Berry: Johnny Be Good (Live 1958)
1960s
Smokey Robinson and the Miracles: Shop Around (1960)
The Mamas and The Papas: California Dreaming (1966)
1970s
Stevie Wonder: He’s Misstra Know It All (1973)
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The Clash: I Fought The Law (1977)