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Music is an art form that can be instrumental, vocal or a combination of the two. There are numerous elements, styles, and instruments involved in the making of music, along with a long list of genres. Music is created by writing musical notes on paper, called sheet music. However, the ability to read or write music is not a requirement to compose music. Some performers can listen to a piece of music and then re-create what they just heard. Music lyrics are the words of a song that are paired with the notes to produce the tune. Music can be heard live or in electronic form via compact discs, vinyl records, cassette tapes or, most recently, from music off the internet, some of which is free m...
Music is an art form that can be instrumental, vocal or a combination of the two. There are numerous elements, styles, and instruments involved in the making of music, along with a long list of genres. Music is created by writing musical notes on paper, called sheet music. However, the ability to read or write music is not a requirement to compose music. Some performers can listen to a piece of music and then re-create what they just heard. Music lyrics are the words of a song that are paired with the notes to produce the tune. Music can be heard live or in electronic form via compact discs, vinyl records, cassette tapes or, most recently, from music off the internet, some of which is free music downloads. These computer files are known as mp3 files, an audio encoding format. Music downloads have led to a decrease in sales at music stores. In the 1980s, music videos became popular due to the launch of the Music Television (MTV) cable channel. A music video is a short film that accompanies a piece of music.
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Don't cry Argentina: Madonna postpones opening concert in Buenos Aires
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) _ Don't cry Argentina: Madonna has postponed the first of four shows in Buenos Aires. The pop star's Wednesday-night opening concert at River Plate Stadium was delayed because mechanical problems delayed the plane...Tags: Television Industry
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Saint Louis Symphony appoints 2 executives
The Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra says two new members of its executive staff round out a team that will move the institution forward. The nation's second-oldest orchestra announced Tuesday the addition of Bret Dorhout as vice president for artistic...Tags: Government, Heads of State, National Government, Philadelphia (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania), Museum of Science and Industry
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Kid Rock upset Ga. judge won't give credit for concert for troops stationed overseas
AP Entertainment WriterLOS ANGELES (AP) _ Kid Rock is upset that he can't pick the good deed that will serve as his punishment for a brawl at a Georgia Waffle House. In a post on his Web site, the rocker blasts a judge for denying his request to serve his 80 hours of community...Tags: Justice System, Georgia, Judges
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Folk singer Odetta, who influenced legions of musicians, pushed for civil rights, dies at 77
Associated Press WriterNEW YORK (AP) _ Odetta's monumental voice rang out in August 1963 when she sang "I'm on My Way" at the historic March on Washington, where Martin Luther King gave his "I Have a Dream" speech. She had hoped to perform again in Washington next month when...Tags: Government, Martin Luther King Jr., Joan Baez, Behavioral Conditions, Prisons
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Country star Alan Jackson honored as a musical giant during CMT special
AP Entertainment WriterNASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) _ A veteran star being saluted by a bunch of hot new ones — Alan Jackson knows this can be trouble. But in his case, Country Music Television's "CMT Giants: Alan Jackson" (9 p.m. EST Saturday) doesn't signal a changing of...Tags: George Bush, Government, Carrie Underwood, National Government, George Strait
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How do you get to Carnegie Hall? Through YouTube's newly announced cyber symphony
Associated Press WriterNEW YORK (AP) _ There's a new way to get to Carnegie Hall — YouTube, YouTube, YouTube. Borrowing from "American Idol," the online video site announced plans Monday for a YouTube Symphony Orchestra, featuring a collaboration of wannabe musicians...Tags: Culture, Music Industry, Movies, Citizens Initiative and Recall, Google Inc.
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Kid Rock upset at Georgia judge's ruling
AP Entertainment WriterKid Rock is upset that he can't pick the good deed that will serve as his punishment for a brawl at a Georgia Waffle House. In a post on his Web site, the Michigan rocker blasts a judge for denying his request to serve his 80 hours of community...Tags: Michigan, Justice System, Georgia, Judges
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Akon looks for fresh start on new CD
The Associated PressAkon's explosive rise to the top of the music charts was fueled by feel-good songs and naughty grooves -- but his criminal past was always an underlying part of his success. His breakthrough album was titled "Konvicted," his music company is called...Tags: Prisons, Snoop Dogg, Gwen Stefani, Verizon Communications, Eminem
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The Killers begin anew
Los Angeles TimesWhen the Killers' singer Brandon Flowers crossed the lobby of the Roosevelt Hotel in Hollywood before a recent taping of "Jimmy Kimmel Live," he displayed the first sign that the band was beginning anew: He lacked a mustache. Around the time of the...Tags: Christmas, Nevada, Sales, Religious Festivals, Dining and Drinking
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American Folk Music Legend Odetta Dies At 77
Associated PressOdetta, the folk singer with the powerful voice who moved audiences and influenced fellow musicians for a half-century, has died. She was 77. Odetta died Tuesday night, said her manager, Doug Yeager. With her booming, classically trained voice and spare...Tags: New York Times, Joan Baez, Behavioral Conditions, Newspaper and Magazine, Blues
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Beyonce to perform at Essence Fest in New Orleans
The Associated PressBeyonce is the first artist lined up for next year's Essence Music Festival in New Orleans. Organizers of the festival announced Tuesday the singer has confirmed her participation. The July event will mark the 15th anniversary of the celebration of...Tags: Mary J Blige, Festive Event, Beyonce
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