The Pianist

necessary means to provide for his family. G.S Neefe also helped shape and cultivate Beethoven’s artistry of composing, Beethoven was said “If I ever become anybody”, I shall owe it to you” (Pg7). Neefe considered Beethoven on of the most skilled pianist in Germany, soon enough Beethoven was sent to Vienna in order to pursue a higher level of studies with F.J Haydn. Beethoven’s studies consisted of a profound focus on the fugue, from 1792 to 1796 they perpetrated this counterpoint. To be able…

What does Amy Beach a pianist, Franz Liszt a world famous composer, and Arthur Rumbaed a poet have in common? All three have Synesthesia. What is synesthesia? According to google, it is the production of a sense impressing relating to one sense or part of the body by stimulation of another sense or part of the body. Basically a condition in which one sense is preceded by one or more additional senses such as sight. There are different types of synesthesia and no clear type of way to diagnose…

Pier Paolo Pasolini’s Criticism of Materialistic Consumption in Salo, or the 120 Days of Sodom Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom, commonly referred to as solely Salò, is a 1975 Italian-French, allegoric film directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini. It is based on the book, The 120 Days of Sodom by Marquis de Sade. The film focuses on four wealthy libertines and the storytelling of four prostitutes. The libertines portray a struggle between class and power politics during a time of Italian fascism due to…

were set up like an orchestra but located in the direct center of the restaurant with the dining booths surrounding them. In front of them was a dance floor for people to dance. Musical instruments that were used in this jazz concert were drums, pianist, bass, guitar, trumpet, saxophone, and trombones. I believe the dominant style of…

There are many people in American history, but some of them really stand out from others. Ray Kroc is one of those people, he is known for accomplishing great things and if you opened a history book, he would most likely be in there. By exploring his childhood, the struggles he overcame, and his achievements, it will become evident that Ray Kroc Founded one of the most successful fast food restaurants. Ray Kroc (Raymond Albert Kroc) was born on October 5, 1902 in Oak Park, Illinois to Rose…

Originally from London, the saxophonist Will Vinson is a frequent presence in the fervent New York jazz clubs like the Smalls, where he recorded a live album in 2012 with a quintet that included the guitarist Lage Lund, pianist Aaron Parks, bassist Matt Brewer, and drummer Marcus Gilmore. For his latest release, “Perfectly Out of Place”, Vinson not only convenes a new quintet but also extends it by adding a few guests for the strings, vocals, and percussion. The cats that follow him are also…

Born to a poor family in France, Claude Debussy arrived into the world on August 22, 1862. He became the oldest of five children. By the time he turned nine, he showed gift as a pianist. Madame Maute de Fleurville encouraged him and in 1873 he entered the Paris Conservatory. He studied piano and composition. While living in poverty, Nadezhda Filaretovna von Meck discovered him. She engaged him to play duets with her and her children. He often traveled with her throughout Europe during the summer…

Bob Marley was born in February 6,1945 in St.Ann,Jamaica. His birthname was Nesta Robert Marley. Due to a mistake on his passport, he went by the name Bob. Bob Marley didn't have a normal childhood as he barely knew his father. He was the son of Cadella, an 18 year old single mother. He spent most of his time moving to different places with his mother. In 1957 Bob and his mother moved to Kingston Jamaica, as a result he was exposed to poverty and violence taking place in Jamaica at the time.…

see Thelonious Monk" (----). The mother is not a main character of the story but her strict personality effects Criminy and his relationship with his father. She did forgive her husband when he took Criminy into a night club to see the famous jazz pianist. Criminy is put into a difficult situation having to spend time with both parents separately but it is clear that he puts in no effort to spend time with his father. When the father is finally given the approval to go skiing, Criminy is…

In 1800, New Orleans was the richest and 3rd largest city because its port was used to ship produce to Europe, Caribbean and South America (history.com). French colonists settled in Louisiana because they wanted to increase their population in the new world. They were Catholic sons of noblemen, military men and owners of plantations. They were considered the elite and were proud of their European culture. They continued to live their life and followed European traditions and refused to learn…