Which musical culture and example have you chosen from among those we studied
this semester? Name and describe both the culture and the example.
2. Consideration of context and the influence of assumptions (cultural significance): In what context is
this example played/performed/used, and what assumptions are made by members of that culture
about the relationship between culture and music, compared to the assumptions you make about the
relationship between culture and music?
3. Communication of your own perspective: State very simply what it is about this specific example that
you find aesthetically beautiful.
4. Presentation of supporting evidence: Using the musical and cultural terminology you have learned
during the semester, describe the musical example appropriately to support your choice. Some of the
reasons I like this example are….
5. Integration of your perspective with that of this musical culture: Reflect upon how you have been
able to integrate this
