In this project, you and your partner will develop a multimedia presentation documenting the science of a musical instrument, or some other aspect of that human enterprise we call music. For each project, prior permission must be obtained* and any major deviations from your plans must be approved in advance.

Potential Topics:

• The acoustics of a specific musical instrument
• The acoustics of a family of musical instruments
• Synthesized music
• Musical structure(s)
• Non-traditional musical instrument
• Animations to be used in teacher video tape
• Practice vs. Theory in tuning a piano or other instrument

Some Instrument Choices:

• Flute, Clarinet, Oboe
• Trumpet, Cornet, French Horn, Trombone
• Violin, Viola, Cello, String Bass
• Guitar, Piano, Harpsichord
• Human Voice
• Pipe Organ

Choices of Medium:

• Powerpoint or other presentation package
• HyperCard, HyperStudio
• Digital movie
• Videotape
• Web page(s)
• Other by prior arrangement

Real data should be collected whenever possible, and included in graphical form as part of your project. Use of graphical analysis tools is encouraged (no, demanded). CBL or MBL technologies should be a part of your final project.

Research that is conducted can and should include online as well as straight text resources. A minimum of six (6) annotated sources should be included in your written bibliography.

If the final project is in digital form, it would be best if it can be displayed on either Macintosh or Windows platforms.

Due Dates:

• Choosing of partners: By spring vacation 
• Selection of topics: By April 17*
• First deadline (concept outline): By May 1
• Second deadline (storyboard): By Mar 22
• Final presentations: June 3-5

Method of Presentation:

• Location: S26
• Time: Regularly scheduled class time
• Equipment: Macintosh or PC, Video Projector, VCR
• Performance: Live performance encouraged
• Time for Performance: 15 minutes
• Value of Project: 150-200 points
• Written Report: A short written piece must accompany your final project

* By April 17, you will submit a proposal that will include the following items before embarking on your research:

• Names and Periods
• Tentative Title
• Description of Scope of Research
• Methods you will use to obtain information, data
• Projected medium for presentation

Upon approval of your proposal, you can begin your research.