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Ella Fitzgerald Essays and Term Papers
F. Scott Fitzgeraldis in many ways one of the most important American writers of the twentieth century. In his first novel, This Side of Paradise, Fitzgerald epitomized the mindset of an era with the statement that his generation had, "grown up to find all Gods dead, all wars fought, and all faiths in man ...
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The Life Of Sid ViciousIn May 1957, a baby was born to Anne Randall and John Ritchie, who
was named John Simon Ritchie. He brought great joy to his mother, but not
to his father who ended up leaving John and his mom when John was only 2
months old. Because of events like this he grew up to be who he was, Sid
Vicious. ...
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JazzWhen it comes to music, most people don't say they like it. People say
they like heavy metal, pop, rhythm and blues, or any other type of music,
since they have their own preference to what type of music they like, not
just enjoying the broad area of music. One of those types of music which
many ...
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Duke EllingtonBy the time of his passing, he was considered amongst the world's greatest composers and musicians. The French government honored him with their highest award, the Legion of Honor, while the government of the United States bestowed upon him the highest civil honor, the Presidential Medal of ...
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The History Of JazzThe first jazz was played in the early 20th century. The work chants and folk
music of black Americans are among the sources of jazz, which reflects the
rhythms and expressions of West African song. Ragtime, an Afro-American music
that first appeared in the 1890s, was composed for the piano, and ...
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The Roaring Twenties: A Time Of Great Advancement And ExcitementThe 1920s was a time of great advancement and excitement for America. Wilson, Harding, and Coolidge reigned during this decade which was later nicknamed the Roaring Twenties. Wilson lead us out of World War I, while Harding and Coolidge directed us onward and upward. Lifestyles became more ...
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Duke Ellington: An American LegacyWhere would music be had it not been for the men that stepped before him.
The Motzarts and Beethovens, who wrote the music that today is known as the
classics. These men were naturals in their own right, but these people wrote
their music in the 17th and 18th century. Many people don't realize ...
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Louis Armstrongwas famous around the world for his jazz
interperitations on the trumpet and the many styles of jazz he produced
and played. Not to mention, he also had many great accomplishments
throughout his allustrious career.
"Armstrong was the seminal artist of jazz history -- the first to
combine trumpet ...
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How The Women's Movement Has ImprovedThe status of women in the United States has significantly improved
since World War II. Congress has passed many acts to improve the lives of
women allowing them to reach equality. The abilities of women began to
manifest themselves during and after the Second World War. “Their
abilities ...
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The Great Gatsby: The American DreamThe Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, is about the pursuit of the American Dream. This dream is different for many people, but for Jay Gatsby, the dream is that one can acquire true happiness. In order to obtain this happiness, Jay must obtain the love of a girl, secure wealth and power, ...
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