9/24 Lecture notes


American Culture From Mozart to Bernstein and back

Definition of “Great” Art

Differences and similarities between Musical Theater and Opera

Bernstein on Opera:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ni0epRutZZI

Bernstein on Musical Theater:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ra3zyMcTKX4

Bernstein West Side Story rehersal:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-i0IXn9M6Q&feature=related

In our Book:
“STREET MUSIC” p.49 -61 Will Eisner “New York The Big City”

Assigned work:

*Check the Alvin Ailey site before our event on the 3rd.  Be familiar with the history of the company.
*How to read a score (Due October 8th in class after our visit to the Jazz museum)
*Write a review to post of either the Opera or the Modern Ballet we have seen (Due October 14th)

The Arts in New York City
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