The first task in the Performance: Context and Practice module is to create two new songs that are to be developed for inclusion in a live performance. This first brief requires us to use a published poem as stimulus material to write a song that focuses on lyricism. We have been given one week to produce a version of the song for performance in class next week and will be expected to discuss how the piece relates to our chosen poem as well as the overall theme of our final performance.
The poem I have selected is titled "The Blue and the Gray," written by Francis Miles Finch. http://www.civilwarhome.com/blueandgray.html.
I have chosen this poem because i feel the subject of the American Civil War fits well in the context of my planned performance which will explore themes of darkness, sadness and betrayal.
The poem I have selected is titled "The Blue and the Gray," written by Francis Miles Finch. http://www.civilwarhome.com/blueandgray.html.
I have chosen this poem because i feel the subject of the American Civil War fits well in the context of my planned performance which will explore themes of darkness, sadness and betrayal.