The Music of Coldplay, A Piano Tribute

Imaginative piano renditions of the music from the band of international fame.

There are many different dance styles and these styles can differ depending on the region. The main styles that people learn to dance and the most recognized styles are Jive, Waltz, Samba, Tango, Cha-cha, Salsa, Foxtrot and Rumba.

So what are these different styles? Well lets break them down.

JIVE - The Jive originated among African-Americans in the early 1940s. It is a variation of a less known style called the Jitterbug.
Jive is part of the five International Latin dances. Done correctly it is normally danced at 176 beats per minute. Due to this tempo it is known as very fast swing music.

WALTZ - When the Waltz was first introduced it shocked many. Around the 1980s the Waltz became fashionable in Vienna. The waltz, and especially its closed position, became the example for the creation of many other ballroom dances. Subsequently, new types of waltz have developed, including many folk and several ballroom dances.
It is normally danced at 84 - 90 beats per minute and normally to a Slow ballad or instrumental music in 3/4 time.

SAMBA - This dance appeared around the 20th century in Rio De Janeirio. It is one of the most popular styles in America. At 100 beats per minute this is a fast tempo dance normally with medium tempo Brazilian Latin music with a strong downbeat.

TANGO - Developed in the late 19th Century it was first seen in Argentina but as they did with many other dances, the Europeans (most notably the English) adopted the Tango and made it their own. The Tango was the result, with big movements, dramatic gestures, and quick snaps of the head from one position to another. Danced to 128 - 132 beats per minute and with Medium tempo orchestral, often march-like this style is not for the faint hearted. This can be a fun dance to learn.

Cha-Cha - The cha-cha-cha is a Latin American dance of Cuban origin. At 128 beats per minute and medium tempo Latin music. This is one hot dance to learn.

SALSA - This is a fusion of informal dance styles. Developed in the Caribbean but also in Latin America. There is a strong African influence in the music and the dance.
Salsa is usually a partner dance, although there are recognized solo steps and some forms are danced in groups of couples, with frequent exchanges of partner. This is a great dance to learn since you can learn solo.

FOXTROT - Invented by a man called Harry Fox in 1913 it ultimately became the most popular and lasting dance of the twentieth century. Foxtrot is a smooth progressive dance characterized by long, continuous flowing movements across the dance floor. With 112 - 120 beats per minute it has a basic rhythm of Slow-Quick-Quick.

RUMBA - This is a dance organically related the genre o Afro Cuban music. Throughout the history one may trace several styles of dances called "rumba".
Some consider rumba the most erotic and sensual dance, for its relatively slow rhythm and the hip movement. Learning this dance can become a steamy affair.

You may now have an idea about which dance style you may want to learn. Maybe you want to learn them all. So how do you start?

The usual method is to find a local class in your area but this could provide a stumbling block. I know when I started to learn I had to travel far to my lessons. You could go to your local library and get several books on your chosen style but this is not the best idea. You will have learn the theory but without professional advice visually how will you spot your mistakes. The recommended option if you cannot make a dance class is to get a DVD course. This option is fantastic due to the fact you can dance whenever you feel like it. You will be able to see if you are making that tango step correct.

There are many DVD courses out there for dancing but I have got you free videos for all the styles mentioned above. These can be found from the link below.
I hope I have helped you with this article and look forward to hearing from you.

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The Piano Tribute to Coldplay

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About two years ago, I borrowed Coldplay's second record "A Rush of Blood to the Head" from a local library. I was going througha very rough time in my life, and this music spoke to me. This music changed my life and my whole outlook on life. It basically infused my being, and became a part of me. I put the copy back on the library shelf and bought my own, and then I picked up their first record "Parachutes". This piano composition of classic Coldplay songs is the best composition out of all three released so far. We have "Pickin' on Coldplay: A Bluegrass Tribute" and we also have "The String Quartet Tribute to Coldplay." This is the third and most recent tribute album. Coldplay must have changed a lot of lives. Anyway, the pieces here match the songs on both albums, and you feel a certain poignancy when listening to this tribute album. The fact that Coldplay's music is so powerful that it inspired three bands of completely different types of music to do a tribute album... that's amazing. That's more than amazing.

Starting your score can be very challenging, and will require a lot of concentration and patience. You must decide on the proper mood, tone, and which instruments you are going to use. Whether you're using classical instruments or programming the music on a computer, the sound of each instrument will adversely affect the tone of the piece.

Plan ahead by watching as many of the scenes as you can (if not the whole film) and figure out how many different emotions you will have to convey with your music. The director or music supervisor should also help you when deciding this. With each different emotion or different scene, you may have to compose a whole new piece of music.

Creating the Mood

The most important thing to remember about composing a score for a film is that the music must be able to help provoke an emotional response from the viewers. Your music must coalesce with the footage to create a visual/aural masterpiece.

There are thousands of films that wouldn't have been what they were without the music that they had. It's been said that Star Wars looked terrible and was almost laughable before the music of John Williams was added. A film composer must be able to compose music that not only fits well with the video, but also provokes the viewer to feel strong emotions without knowing why. Your music must become part of the movie, and move with each scene to allow the viewers to get absorbed.

Tact and taste are very important here. Doing too much or too little is a very real possibility and is something that is very easy to fall into. Creating the perfect score is not an easy task, and not something that everyone can do.

Creating a Theme

Many composers employ themes into their music that are repeated throughout the film in various forms. Themes are what make music memorable, as they are repeated often and will stick in the mind of the viewers (listeners). Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, Jurassic Park, and Halloween are perfect examples of using a musical theme in a score. Watch any of those films and you will quickly recognize the theme in each composition.

If you strike gold with a great piano riff, or an emotional melody, try to find different ways of using it throughout your composition. It can be a highly useful tactic, but be sure not to overuse your theme, for it can become tired and ruin the emotional impact. Hold off in some sections and try creating a new melody with the same notes, or something that sounds vaguely similar. Creativity is key.

Using Effects

Using sound effects in your music or using things that aren't usually used as instruments can make for a very unique piece of music. Using such things as household objects as percussion instruments or odd loops can really spice up your music.

A great example of using sound effects in music is the Oscar winning film Atonement. Composer Dario Marianelli used the noise of a typewriter as a percussion instrument in his score and the result was breathtaking. Hearing the music in a movie theatre was a great experience.

Completing Your Score

If you take pride in your work and utilize great care while composing, you just might be able to create a great piece of music. If it fits well with the film, and provokes an emotional rush from viewers, you should celebrate and give yourself a pat on the back.

Composing music is a task that isn't right for everyone, and composing music for film is another thing altogether. You must use tact, creativity, passion, and good judgment to compose a great piece of music, and you will have to put your heart and soul into what you are creating.

Remember not to treat music as secondary to the visual aspect of the film. When done right, it can be just as important as the acting or the camera angles. Without great music there are no great films.

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This time in history has been called the Age of Terrorism. While the term is appropriate, the Age of Culturalism might be a better fit. Culturalism is akin to the rise of nationalism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. As we recall, the growth of nationalism saw the destruction of empires and the birth of many nation-states. It also led to international conflicts.

Culturalism is pride and devotion to a culture, rather than a nation. In the mid to late 1900s American culture took the world by storm. From blue jeans, rebels without causes, rock and roll, hippies and fast food, American culture invaded the far reaches of the planet. No bombs, troops or missiles were needed to be able to get a Big Mac, Pepsi, Coke or Kentucky Fried Chicken in countries that were considered hostile to U.S. interests. Pax Americana was basically the Americanization of the planet, much to the dismay of foreign cultural traditionalists.

The history books are also replete with the cultural invasions during the colonial period. The cultures of places such as India, China, Latin American and Africa took the brunt of Western cultural onslaughts that sought to glorify the white mans burden as it destroyed traditional societies. Native religion barely survived the missionaries who went forth in the name of God to save the heathens from their pagan worship.

The tide has begun to shift. Muslims have culturally invaded Europe. Latinos are striking back in America. Fast foods in the U.S. now promote the burrito and scores of other Latin sounding meals. Even in the guise of have it your way the taco or some form of spacey Latin dish adorns the menu marquis. The European Union bloc, according to the AP, now numbers at least 13 million Muslims and the growth of Islamophobia is on the rise. In Spain, thousands of Africans are fleeing to its shores in search of jobs. Some in the UK are now pushing for schools to teach traditional British values lest they be lost in the new cultural invasions.

It could be argued that turnabout is fair play. For centuries, the West has dominated to cultural world. And now, ever so slowly, those who were colonized and whose cultures once faced extinction, are on the move, changing the very fabric of Western society. There is no question that the news is filled with an ever growing numbers of hate crimes on the part Western countries toward their new immigrants. Only time will tell whether these new cultural invasions will remain relatively peaceful, of if the violent scenarios played out during the U.S.s civil rights will be repeated and, perhaps even exaggerated.

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Cha cha is a dance of the Latin American vogue of ballroom dancing where it is has become known as Cha Cha. In general Cha cha is a charismatic dance and a joy to watch. Inspired by television programs like Dancing with the Stars the ChaCha and other forms of dancing are now being learn in the home.

Rumba is another of the dances. American style rumba is characterized by the hip movement arising from the bending and straightening of the knee. Rumba is a sensual Latin dance, It is considered erotic for its hip movement and relatively slow rhythm. It is a slower dance and perhaps that is what adds sensuality.

Tango. The complex figures of this style became the basis for the style of Tango seen in the touring stage shows. The dance was simplified and adapted to the preferences of conventional ballroom dancers. Most Dance Instructors recognize that lessons needed to be easy to learn and the new methods have captured the true spirit of the dance.

Salsa. The dance steps currently being danced to salsa music come from the "Son" but were influenced by many other Cuban dances such as Mambo. Solo salsa steps are called "Shines." Salsa can be an improvised dance, taking any form the interpreter wishes. The free flowing pattens of salsa add a sexy feel to this ever popular dance.

The waltz has been danced for centuries in many forms. It has evolved to be a dance of grace and elegance. The Waltz is recognized as smooth and graceful dance and it is characterized primarily by its rise & fall action. The Waltz has a unique freedom of expression, including the ability to showcase character and theatrical presentation.

Samba. The festive mood and style of the dance fits most of today's popular music. Samba is a fun dance that has kept popular to this day. The dance can go from average to a very fast pace. The dancer simply follows the beat of the music whilst an Instructor adds easy moves and technique depending on the mood of the music.

Foxtrot is a universal and social dance and may be danced to wide range of music. Unlike slow Foxtrot, it is easy to learn and can be danced on a crowded dance floor. It is seen as one of the great social dances and can be danced to medium and fast music tempo's. The ease of learning is wonderfully expressed by any would be dancer.

Jive was introduced to competitions in 1968 as the fifth dance in the latin section. Jive is characterized by its upbeat tempo. It is an energetic dance with dance steps taking in the triple step, one set forward and the other set back. The introduction of unique step-by-step learning has made this vibrant dance an easy dance to learn.

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Throwing a seventies party for someone in their seventies may seem a little too easy, but youll be surprised at how much fun everyone has and even the guest of honor will get into the groove, so to speak. This can easily turn into a costume party and in fact many people show up to these era parties in costume just because. This can be a great way to get everyone into having a good time rather than just sitting around the birthday cake.

Start by setting up a party area with enough room to dance around in. Also try scattering around a few inflatable guitars. Any seventies party needs dancing, which means youll also need to get some good music from this era of disco as well. You can even have a dance competition. Have guests get into groups of two or just have them do some disco dancing by themselves. Award dance floor prizes to the best dancers by the loudest applause. After all this work out the guests will want to feast on some treats and you can provide it on tables decorated with seventies themed paper supplies. Whether its a classic yellow smiley face or a 70s boldly emblazoned across a black or purple background it will provide the extra decoration needed for your themed buffet table.

To add to the theme at the table add a few foods that were available or popular during the seventies. Punch made with Tang is fun and Chiclets and pop rocks will make great goodie bags fillers. For those guests who dont come to the party in costume you can have some fun wigs and headbands on hand to pass out. Dig that groovy afro! You can also hand out seventies themed temporary tattoos and stickers for the guests to take home or use at the party.

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