Initial Post Instructions
Choose one of the music or dance movements that you read about this week and at least one work from that movement. Then, address the following:

• Examine the movement and specific work in relation to historical and political influences of the movement.
• Identify characteristics of the movement and how the work reflects these characteristics.
• Include a statement from the artist and one from a critic.
• Include a link to the lyrics and/or video depending on your choice.

Solution

Week 5 Discussion: Music and Dance

Interdisciplinary Influence: Claude Debussy

Claude Debussy’s impressionistic music highlights a time where a close relationship existed between music and other art forms. During the period, artists used their materials in new approaches, breaking away from romanticism approaches rooted in realistic expression. Debussy’s piece, La Mer, draws its inspiration from Joseph Turner, ‘The Great Wave Off Kanagawa’ by Katsushika Hokusai, and his personal experience and attachment to the sea (Altraras, 2015)…………………please follow the link below to purchase the solution at $5