Humanity:Discussion 1: Mozart1The first movement of Mozarts
Humanity:Discussion 1: Mozart1The first movement of Mozarts Symphony No. 40 in G Minor is based on variations on a three-note motif. Explain why you think this Classical music form may be satisfying for both 18th century and contemporary listeners and whether it was enjoyable for you.2Mozart was considered a child prodigy, performing throughout Europe. Cite your view on the notion of the child star and the impact of early success on a person who shows exceptional talent or genius. Explain whether you think Mozarts struggle with sustained success in adulthood was a product of this phenomenon.Discussion 2: Representations of Slavery3By creating awareness of oppression and arousing sympathy of supporters, the arts can be a form of protest. Identify and describe an example of how either black slaves or white abolitionists used the arts as a form of protest against slavery.4Explain whether you think an autobiographical or fictional account by a slave (such as Phillis Wheatley and Olaudah Equiano) is more persuasive than a biographical or fictional account by a white author (such as John Gabriel Stedman or Aphra Behn).5Explain whether you think the representations of slavery in the visual arts (such as William Blakes illustrations, William Hackwoods cameo, or John Singleton Copleys painting) were more compelling and convincing of the injustices of slavery than literary representations.