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Music is defined as an art based on the organization of sound. Although this is an accurate definition, it cannot possibly convey the splendor one can encounter only by actually listening. Music must be heard to be truly felt. It is also difficult to convey a person's emotions on paper but I will do my best. After listening to many pieces of music, I chose Aaron Copland's "Appalachian Spring" as the topic of my essay. From the moment that I first heard this composition, I got hooked on it. It is a brilliant piece of work by Copland, and my appreciation for it deepens each time I listen to it. Though it seems to be very simple, it is amazingly expressive. Therein lies its beauty. This piece is made up of a theme with five variations. In each variation, Copland brings back the original melody, but with subtle changes through which he provides variety and contrast. He does this through changes in tempo, tone color (timbre), dynamics, register, harmony, and key. The score is based on a Shaker melody entitled Simple Gifts. The piece I am focusing on is section 7 of Appalachian Spring. Hopefully, through this activity, I will be able to attain a deeper appreciation of this piece and of music in general. The piece begins with the main theme being played by a clarinet in legato style. It is a delightful conjunct melody with a high pitch that is played in a piano dynamic.
Approximate Word count = 930
Approximate Pages = 3.7
(250 words per page double spaced)
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