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What was significant about Charles K. Harris's song 'After the Ball' in 1892?
What was significant about Charles K. Harris's song 'After the Ball' in 1892?
- It featured a collaboration with John Philip Sousa.
- It was written about a child's adventure.
- It was the first song to sell a million copies of sheet music. (correct)
- It was the first song performed at the Chicago World Columbian Exposition.
Which emotion does 'After the Ball' evoke according to the content?
Which emotion does 'After the Ball' evoke according to the content?
- Fear and anxiety
- Sadness and nostalgia (correct)
- Joy and happiness
- Anger and frustration
What was the main reason for adding '90' to the title of George Michael's song 'Freedom!'?
What was the main reason for adding '90' to the title of George Michael's song 'Freedom!'?
- To indicate the year it was released.
- To distinguish it from a previous song with the same name. (correct)
- To indicate a musical style change.
- To honor the memory of a friend.
What notable feature did George Michael's music video for 'Freedom! '90' have?
What notable feature did George Michael's music video for 'Freedom! '90' have?
Which band released the song 'Losing My Religion' in 1991?
Which band released the song 'Losing My Religion' in 1991?
What was the first single released from R.E.M.'s album 'Out of Time'?
What was the first single released from R.E.M.'s album 'Out of Time'?
What backing beat was sampled in George Michael's song 'Freedom! '90'?
What backing beat was sampled in George Michael's song 'Freedom! '90'?
What year was 'After the Ball' published?
What year was 'After the Ball' published?
Which event significantly boosted the sales of sheet music for 'After the Ball'?
Which event significantly boosted the sales of sheet music for 'After the Ball'?
What was a primary theme explored in the song 'After the Ball'?
What was a primary theme explored in the song 'After the Ball'?
Why did George Michael include '90' in the title of his song 'Freedom!'?
Why did George Michael include '90' in the title of his song 'Freedom!'?
What aspect of George Michael's 'Freedom! '90' music video was notably unique?
What aspect of George Michael's 'Freedom! '90' music video was notably unique?
Which of the following statements is true about the song 'Losing My Religion'?
Which of the following statements is true about the song 'Losing My Religion'?
What type of music is George Michael's song 'Freedom!' associated with?
What type of music is George Michael's song 'Freedom!' associated with?
What emotion does the song 'After the Ball' primarily evoke in its listeners?
What emotion does the song 'After the Ball' primarily evoke in its listeners?
Which notable musician's work is sampled in the backing beat of 'Freedom! '90'?
Which notable musician's work is sampled in the backing beat of 'Freedom! '90'?
What method did Charles K. Harris employ to significantly increase the sales of 'After the Ball' in the 1890s?
What method did Charles K. Harris employ to significantly increase the sales of 'After the Ball' in the 1890s?
Which element of George Michael's 'Freedom! '90' contributed to its distinctiveness in the music video?
Which element of George Michael's 'Freedom! '90' contributed to its distinctiveness in the music video?
What is a notable lyrical theme present in George Michael's 'Freedom! '90'?
What is a notable lyrical theme present in George Michael's 'Freedom! '90'?
In which year did R.E.M. release 'Losing My Religion'?
In which year did R.E.M. release 'Losing My Religion'?
What musical influence is evident in George Michael's 'Freedom! '90'?
What musical influence is evident in George Michael's 'Freedom! '90'?
Which major music industry milestone is attributed to 'After the Ball'?
Which major music industry milestone is attributed to 'After the Ball'?
What genre is primarily associated with 'Losing My Religion' by R.E.M.?
What genre is primarily associated with 'Losing My Religion' by R.E.M.?
What common theme can be identified in the narrative of 'After the Ball'?
What common theme can be identified in the narrative of 'After the Ball'?
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Study Notes
“After the Ball” by Charles K. Harris
- Released in 1892, "After the Ball" is a sentimental ballad about an old man's reminiscence of lost love.
- It is regarded as the first song to sell over a million copies of sheet music.
- The song gained popularity after John Philip Sousa performed it at the 1893 World Columbian Exposition in Chicago.
- Sales of the sheet music soared to over five million copies during the 1890s.
- Reflects the emotional culture of the 1890s, where audiences often sought songs that evoked sentiments such as sadness and nostalgia.
“Freedom! '90” by George Michael
- Released in October 1990, "Freedom! '90" was written, produced, and performed by George Michael.
- The title includes "'90" to distinguish it from Michael's earlier song "Freedom" with his former band Wham!
- Features a backing beat sampled from James Brown's "Funky Drummer."
- Directed by David Fincher, the music video is notable for featuring supermodels instead of Michael himself.
- Iconic lyrics express themes of self-empowerment and the importance of faith, exemplifying a desire for personal freedom.
“Losing My Religion” by R.E.M.
- Released as the first single from their seventh album "Out of Time" in February 1991.
- Built on a distinctive mandolin riff, the song is known for its alternative rock sound.
- Written by lead singer Michael Stipe, it explores themes of unrequited love, despite its misleading title.
- "Losing my religion" is a Southern expression signifying the loss of temper or sanity, not a literal reference to faith.
- Stipe clarified that the lyrics express emotional longing and the frustrations of unrequited affection.
“After the Ball” by Charles K. Harris
- Released in 1892, "After the Ball" is a sentimental ballad about an old man's reminiscence of lost love.
- It is regarded as the first song to sell over a million copies of sheet music.
- The song gained popularity after John Philip Sousa performed it at the 1893 World Columbian Exposition in Chicago.
- Sales of the sheet music soared to over five million copies during the 1890s.
- Reflects the emotional culture of the 1890s, where audiences often sought songs that evoked sentiments such as sadness and nostalgia.
“Freedom! '90” by George Michael
- Released in October 1990, "Freedom! '90" was written, produced, and performed by George Michael.
- The title includes "'90" to distinguish it from Michael's earlier song "Freedom" with his former band Wham!
- Features a backing beat sampled from James Brown's "Funky Drummer."
- Directed by David Fincher, the music video is notable for featuring supermodels instead of Michael himself.
- Iconic lyrics express themes of self-empowerment and the importance of faith, exemplifying a desire for personal freedom.
“Losing My Religion” by R.E.M.
- Released as the first single from their seventh album "Out of Time" in February 1991.
- Built on a distinctive mandolin riff, the song is known for its alternative rock sound.
- Written by lead singer Michael Stipe, it explores themes of unrequited love, despite its misleading title.
- "Losing my religion" is a Southern expression signifying the loss of temper or sanity, not a literal reference to faith.
- Stipe clarified that the lyrics express emotional longing and the frustrations of unrequited affection.
“After the Ball” by Charles K. Harris
- Released in 1892, "After the Ball" is a sentimental ballad about an old man's reminiscence of lost love.
- It is regarded as the first song to sell over a million copies of sheet music.
- The song gained popularity after John Philip Sousa performed it at the 1893 World Columbian Exposition in Chicago.
- Sales of the sheet music soared to over five million copies during the 1890s.
- Reflects the emotional culture of the 1890s, where audiences often sought songs that evoked sentiments such as sadness and nostalgia.
“Freedom! '90” by George Michael
- Released in October 1990, "Freedom! '90" was written, produced, and performed by George Michael.
- The title includes "'90" to distinguish it from Michael's earlier song "Freedom" with his former band Wham!
- Features a backing beat sampled from James Brown's "Funky Drummer."
- Directed by David Fincher, the music video is notable for featuring supermodels instead of Michael himself.
- Iconic lyrics express themes of self-empowerment and the importance of faith, exemplifying a desire for personal freedom.
“Losing My Religion” by R.E.M.
- Released as the first single from their seventh album "Out of Time" in February 1991.
- Built on a distinctive mandolin riff, the song is known for its alternative rock sound.
- Written by lead singer Michael Stipe, it explores themes of unrequited love, despite its misleading title.
- "Losing my religion" is a Southern expression signifying the loss of temper or sanity, not a literal reference to faith.
- Stipe clarified that the lyrics express emotional longing and the frustrations of unrequited affection.
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