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The Benefits of Singing and Audiation for Beginning Musicians
Get PDFThis literature review explores the impact of audiation and singing on the aural sensitivity of novice musicians, shedding light on the fundamental role of these processes in music education. Audiation, the cognitive ability to internally hear and understand music, and singing, as an active manifestation of audiation, are integral components of musical development. However, their precise influence on the development of aural sensitivity in beginners remains understudied.
Through a comprehensive review of existing literature and empirical investigation, this review seeks to uncover the relationship between audiation, singing, and the enhancement of aural skills among novice musicians. Furthermore, the literature review demonstrates that engaging in singing activities enhances aural sensitivity by fostering a more profound connection between auditory perception and musical expression. The implications of this literature review extend to music education, as it suggests that educators and instructors should place greater emphasis on nurturing audiation skills and encouraging singing as part of the learning process. Such pedagogical approaches may prove to be instrumental in fostering a deeper and more holistic understanding of music among beginners, setting a strong foundation for their musical journeys. This literature review contributes to the existing body of knowledge on music education by elucidating the intricate relationship between audiation, singing, and aural sensitivity, ultimately offering insights that can inform more effective teaching strategies and curricula for aspiring musicians.
Keywords: music education, beginning instrumentalists, aural sensitivity, singing, audiation, intonatio
Domestic Life During a War Across the World
No full textWorld War II stands as the most horrific war in human history, not only reshaping borders, but, more importantly, people’s lives. For the second time, the world was engulfed in war. In the history books, most students learn the famed stories of the bombing of Pearl Harbor, soldiers storming the beaches of Normandy, and the atomic bombs dropped onto Hiroshima and Nagasaki. These events of extreme sacrifice by soldiers on the battlefield, though unquestionably monumental, often overshadow the stories of sacrifice made by the countless citizens on the homefront, predominantly women and children. While the war-torn countries of Europe felt these sacrifices deeply, it is important to recognize the hardships and changes that American women and children also suffered through in support of the Allied cause. The intense migration of families due to the vacuum left in the American workforce caused changes in family dynamics, education, and the overall living practices of citizens on the Homefront
Does Dollarization have an impact on economic growth?
Get PDFMany developing and undeveloped countries, grappling with issues such as hyperinflation, corruption, high unemployment rates, poverty, and financial instability, often view dollarization as a potential solution. Dollarization involves adopting the US currency as the official or parallel currency, a strategy observed in countries like El Salvador, Ecuador, and Zimbabwe. The purpose of this research is to compare the impact of dollarization on real gross domestic product (RGDP) to that of countries that did not adopt dollarization. My results indicate that dollarization does indeed affect economic growth. These findings demonstrate that dollarized countries experience a higher percentage change in RGDP compared to countries that did not adopt dollarization
Vietnam War Combat Boots
No full textA pair of worn Vietnam-era combat boots, scuffed and weathered from use. These were worn by Brad Oliver who served in the army and was deployed into Vietnam multiple times
Podcasting setup tutorial video
No full textThis video shows users of the Writing for Success podcasting units how to assemble the units. Directions also include a basic introduction of how to use the unit to record and edit podcast episodes
Joanne Battle Interviewed by Sydney Harris
Get PDFSydney Harris interviews Joanne Battle on being born in Milledgeville and attending Georgia State College for Women
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Craig Amason Interviewed by Sydney Underhill
Get PDFSydney Underhill interviews Craig Amason about his time working at Andalusia: the Home of Flannery O\u27Connor, being first introduced to O’Connor’s work, and working on an oral history project of his own.
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Revisiting the energetics hypothesis: can accelerometer monitoring reveal hidden variation in the movement patterns of snakes?
Get PDFHistorically, predators have been classified into two categories based upon how they search for and acquire prey. Active foragers move through the environment in search of prey, while ambush foragers “sit-and-wait” in selected positions for prey to pass. This difference in energetic demands is expected to correlate with disparities in the time species allocate to various behaviors. According to this energetics hypothesis, ambush foragers should exhibit reduced movement and space use relative to co-occurring active foragers. Snakes represent traditionally overlooked model organisms for exploring these associations, particularly the interplay between movement, foraging mode, and thermal preferences. Radio telemetry is the primary tool for measuring snake movement, however, coarse measures of activity hinder examination of movement patterns at finer temporal scales. This study capitalizes on recently validated procedures integrating radio telemetry and accelerometry for continuous monitoring of the spatial and temporal dimensions of movement behavior in snakes. We will carry out an improved test of the energetics hypothesis by exploring these associations in ambush-foraging Timber Rattlesnakes (Crotalus horridus) and active-foraging Rat Snakes (Pantherophis alleghaniensis). This project will provide a blue-print for future hypothesis-driven studies on movement behavior in small and secretive species using emerging animal-borne datalogging technologies
The History of Cross-Gender Performances
No full textIn light of recent political agendas, such as the Tennessee Drag Ban and various gender-affirming care and LGBTQ+ bans, the topic of what it means to dress and behave as one’s assigned sex is continuously challenged. In modern times, the idea of cross-gender performances has become widely ridiculed, especially in the political realm. Mostly associated today with the art of drag shows, this form of self-expression has been falsely accused of contributing to the “grooming” and “sexualization” of minors. However, many fail to recognize that cross-gender casting is as intertwined with theatre as it is the birth of it. Starting with roots in Ancient Greece, women were not traditionally allowed in the theatre, therefore men would play the roles of both genders. Throughout history, women were viewed as inferior or too sexual. Similar stances can be recognized globally, such as with the Japanese tradition of Kabuki theatre. Of course, with time, women eventually found their rightful place on the stage. While a man dressed confidently as a woman may seem threatening and widespread to some today, this was the standard some three hundred years ago and beyond. It is important to highlight that theatre is always a reflection of society, and therefore society will always reflect itself in the theatre. Whether that is political or religious turmoil, it will be present in the theatre setting
The United States Ever Changing Political Ideology and Educational Divide
No full textThis research paper explores the interplay among Americans\u27 education levels, political party affiliations, while controlling for demographic factors such as race, age, and gender. The study aims to investigate how education levels (college-educated and non-college-educated) influence political party affiliation, considering the impact of control variables such as gender, race, and age. Political analysts frequently emphasize voter turnout and voting patterns across various demographic groups, including educated and non-educated Americans. The research holds significance for political campaigns seeking to identify and target specific voting blocs for effective campaigning and advertising strategies. The study contributes to the existing literature by addressing a gap in research conducted by political scientists and scholars on this topic. The research was conducted utilizing the 2023 National Public Opinion Reference Survey (NPORS) dataset sourced from the Pew Research Center to investigate relationships among variables. Methodologically, the study employed various analytical techniques, including frequency tables, crosstabs, bi-variate analysis, chi-square tests, multivariate analysis, and multiple regression. The comprehensive findings reveal a significant relationship between party affiliation and education level, indicating a higher likelihood of college-educated individuals leaning towards the Democratic party. Additionally, the observed relationship exhibited variations across gender, race, and age demographics