Music of the Sun

Johnny Cash was a world-renowned singer/songwriter of country music. The couple settled in Memphis, Tennessee, where Cash took radio broadcasting classes at Keegan’s School of Broadcasting and worked as an appliance salesman for the Home Equipment Company. In Memphis, Cash met bass player Marshall Grant and guitarist Luther Perkins. In mid-1956, Cash left Louisiana Hayride to perform on the Grand Ole Opry, but his stint on the Opry was short because Cash preferred not to appear in Nashville…

opening scene. Some techniques used in this scene that helped my understanding were the use of lighting, props and music. These film techniques were used to set up the rest of the film by giving the me an understanding of Kat. The first technique I noticed used was lighting. This technique directly compares Kat to the four girls in the other car. The lighting used on the four girls is bright sun whereas Kat is covered in shadow within her car. This visually displays Kat’s personality as a…

of. The neat path a scar through the scenic meadows. The scent of the flowers leaving you taking in deep breaths and holding it longer than usual, filling your lungs with the smell of a sweet aroma; making the most out of each breath you take. The sun is shining bright and…

snacks and a couple drinks for the concert. The sun was just beginning to set as we returned to John. The second opening act, Brett Elderedge, had just finished performing and Keith Urban would soon come on. The crowd also became aware of this and shouts of “Keith” began filling the stadium. The stage lights illuminated through the sky in different spectrums of colors. This was the moment I’ve been waiting for. The night was becoming darker as the sun eased closer to the horizon. The roaring of…

young age. He received his first guitar at the age of twelve and taught himself how to play. His family moved to Memphis and he graduated from Humes High School in 1953. Less than a year after graduating, Elvis made his first record for Sun Records called "That's All Right Mama" which sold 20,000 copies…

passing many other similar creatures, who all make a kind of music as they fly. The music is like a song in praise of creation. Mrs. Whatsit gives each of the children a flower, telling them she will explain later about how they are to use it. As they begin to climb higher, the atmosphere gets thinner, and Mrs. Whatsit tells them to hold their flowers up to their faces and breathe through them. The flowers will supply them with oxygen.…

Jamaica is the land of fun and sun. Well known for its flavorful and varied cuisine, reggae music, and cream-colored beaches, it is no wonder that Jamaica is a popular tourist destination. However, Jamaicans do things a little differently than we do here in the States. Here is what you need to know before you head off on your Jamaican vacation. Haggling is Expected In the U.S., we expect to pay the price listed for an item. In Jamaica, however, this is not the case. Jamaicans love to haggle.…

“Earth’s Song” is a two movement suite for piano, violin, and viola. Each movement is inspired by some beautiful aspect of nature, and seeks to paint a picture of nature’s masterpieces through music. The first movement, titled “Morning Lake,” depicts a young couple rowing a boat on a calm lake. The couple sets up their rowboat right before a sunrise. At the very beginning of the movement is a calm, beautiful section, which is meant to depict how peaceful, calming, and relaxing it is to float on…

soldiers. However, calls from bugles, drums, and fifes were not the only musical sound during the war; there was plenty of brass instruments accompanied by bands and voices singing together. The music and bravery from the soldiers went together beautifully. The soldiers feared dying in battle but with a little music could boost their adrenaline.…

the world. Since the time of slavery, African Americans created music with hidden messages in them, longing for the freedom and opportunities every human being should have. Through these songs, black people instilled a hopeful feeling in themselves and their children, passing it on to the present day generation. Black artists of today, like Janelle Monae and Kendrick Lamar, are continuing this hopeful message interwoven in their music and bringing awareness to the world. Janelle Monae’s “Many…