My Innovations and evolutions assignment
For this assignment I chose for an instrument the saxophone. I went to two different websites which were 1. Liveabout.com and 2. Yamahamakewaves for my research on the history of when it was created, and the origin, and how this particular instrument was used. The saxophone was first invented by Adolphe Sax on June 28, 1846, in Paris, France. Sax was a musical instrument designer born in Belgium from 1814- 1894. The saxophone was always made of brass since it's first invention, but because of it's principles of sound, is classified as a wood wind instrument such as the clarinet or flute.
How is it played?
The saxophone is known for being a single reed instrument that usually played in Jazz bands. It also is played in Rock and Roll, blues, pop, funk, dance, classical and symphonic music as well.
What was a popular song before the saxophone was invented?
Before the saxophone was invented, a song that was popular was "The wedding march; Here comes the bride." Written by Felix Mendelssohn in 1842, and was featured in the Shakespeare play, "A mid- summer nights dream, and was also written as a chorus by Richard Wagner for the opera, "Lohengrin.
What is the Origin of "The Wedding March?"
The Wedding March originated in Germany.
What emotions does this song give me? This particular piece makes me feel happy, and also yet want to cry tears of joy when I hear it played at a wedding, because I'm happy for both the bride and groom.
Elements: The elements for this piece would be for instruments the violin along with other stringed instruments, the piano, and brass instruments such as the French horn, clarinet, and the flute. The measure is 4 beat.
Ordinarily, in this particular piece, the saxophone is not featured because it does not sound good being played as a classical piece on that instrument. This was before the instrument was invented.
What song was popular after it was invented?
On May 2, 1984, Musician and vocalist Shelia Escovedo( Known by her stage name Shelia E.) recorded a hit song titled, "Glamorous Life." It was written by Prince Rogers Nelson.
What is the origin of "Glamorous Life?"
Glamorous Life originated in the United States, America.
Elements: Shelia Escovedo did the lead vocals on this piece, along with playing percussion and drums, and Prince Rogers Nelson did the backup vocals along with Jill Scott, the saxophone soloist was Larry Williams, and Jesse Johnson was the electric guitar soloist. The measure of this piece was 4 beat.
This particular piece was written and recorded after the saxophone was invented, and when it is being performed has a more upbeat, jazz/funk and R&B sound combined to it than a classical sound.
Emotions: The emotions that this piece gives me are anger, loneliness, sorrow, and freedom according to some of the lyrics.
Opinion: In expressing my opinion, I would prefer the Wedding March played without the saxophone, because to me it not only sounds better, I also have never attended a wedding ceremony where the Wedding March was played on a saxophone before. Where as for the song Glamorous Life is a more fun song to dance to alone if you are at a party or in a night club. Since I like music that is mostly fast and I can dance by myself to, I like Glamorous life better. The saxophone on this piece has a smooth, cool, easy sound to it.
Links to songs:
Sheila E. - The Glamorous Life
Citations:
Estrella, Espie. “When and by Whom Was the Saxophone Invented?” LiveAbout, LiveAbout, 23 Apr. 2019, https://www.liveabout.com/history-of-the-saxophone-2456519#:~:text=The%20saxophone%20is%20known%20as,1814%2C%20in%20Dinant%2C%20Belgium.
“The Origins of the Saxophone the Birth of the Saxophone.” The Origins of the Saxophone:The Birth of the Saxophone - Musical Instrument Guide - Yamaha Corporation, https://www.yamaha.com/en/musical_instrument_guide/saxophone/structure/.
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