CULTURAL ARTIFACT 1 Music as a Cultural Artifact Rhythm

CULTURAL ARTIFACT 1
Music as a Cultural Artifact: Rhythm and Blues
Author Name
Post University
CULTURAL ARTIFACT 2
Music as a Cultural Artifact: Rhythm and Blues
Write your introduction here. Your introduction should define
the term Rhythm and
Blues. When you do this, be sure to write the definition in your
own words. The sources you cite
should be from our class. Avoid sources like Wikipedia or
“CourseHero.”
Song 1: Name the Singer and the Song
In this section, name the singer and the song for the first song.
Write a brief biography in
your own words about the artist. Use sources from our course to

support your biographical
information. Name the members of the band.
Songwriters and Lyrics
In this section describe who the songwriters were of the song
that you chose. Discuss any
controversy surrounding the song if the performing artist was
not the original song writer. Then,
examine the lyrics and share the lines of each song which are
your favorite and/or made an
impression on you. Be sure to tell me:
• What are the ideas being addressed in the song?
• What is the date that the original music was written? What is
the date the original
song was made or released.
• Does this song exemplify the Rhythm and Blues style, or are
they a bit of an “off-
shoot” of the style, like electrified blues, or doo-wop, for
example? Explain your
response.
Remember, these are PAPERS, and not a list of bullets. The
bullets are here to help you organize
your ideas. make sure you are writing using a narrative format!

Covers of {name the song}
CULTURAL ARTIFACT 3
In this section tell me about covers of this song. Who else has
recorded this song. Include
a link to a YouTube video of the cover. If nothing is available,
please indicate that as well (hint:
this is unlikely, so be sure to look carefully!) Then, list the
instruments you hear in your original
recording and list the instruments you hear in the “cover” of the
song’s recording. Are each of
these songs the same or different instrumentation?
Summary: My Preferences
It’s OK to use first person in this section. Describe your
favorite thing about the
performance/recordings. Describe the emotions that the
performance/recordings made you feel.
Song 2: Name the Singer and the Song
In this section, name the singer and the song for the first song.
Write a brief biography in
your own words about the song. Use sources from our course to
support your biographical

information.
Songwriters and Lyrics
In this section describe who the songwriters were of the song
that you chose. Discuss any
controversy surrounding the song if the performing artist was
not the original song writer. Then,
examine the lyrics and share the lines of each song which are
your favorite and/or made an
impression on you. Be sure to tell me:
• What are the ideas being addressed in the song?
• What is the date that the original music was written? What is
the date the original
song was made or released.
• Does this song exemplify the Rhythm and Blues style, or are
they a bit of an “off-
shoot” of the style, like electrified blues, or doo-wop, for
example? Explain your
response.
CULTURAL ARTIFACT 4
Remember, these are PAPERS, and not a list of bullets. The

bullets are here to help you organize
your ideas. make sure you are writing using a narrative format!
Covers of {name the song}
In this section tell me about covers of this song. Who else has
recorded this song. Include
a link to a YouTube video of the cover. If nothing is available,
please indicate that as well (hint:
this is unlikely, so be sure to look carefully!) Then, list the
instruments you hear in your original
recording and list the instruments you hear in the “cover” of the
song’s recording. Are each of
these songs the same or different instrumentation?
Summary: My Preferences
It’s OK to use first person in this section. Describe your
favorite thing about the
performance/recordings. Describe the emotions that the
performance/recordings made you feel.

CULTURAL ARTIFACT 5
References
Author, A. A., Author, B. B., & Author, C. C. (Year). Title of
article. Title of Periodical, volume
number(issue number), xx-xx. https://doi.org/xx.xxx/yyyy
Author, A. A. (year). Title of work. Publisher.
Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (year). Title of chapter or entry.
In A. A. Editor & B. B. Editor
(Eds.), Title of book (pp. xx-xx). Publisher.
Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (year). Title of chapter or entry.
In A. A. Editor & B. B. Editor
(Eds.), Title of book (pp. xxx-xxx). Retrieved from
http://www.xxxxxxx
Author, A. A. (year). Title of the dissertation (Publication No.
xxxxxx) [Doctoral dissertation,
Name of Educational Institution]. ProQuest Dissertations and
Theses Global.
Author, A. A. (year). Title of the dissertation [Unpublished
doctoral dissertation]. Name of
Educational Institution.

Author, A. A. (year). Title of the dissertation [Doctoral
dissertation, Name of Educational
Institution]. Name of Institution Database. Full URL of
database
Author, A. A. (year, Month day). Title of document. Blog
Name. Full URL.
Author, A. A. (year, Month day). Title of document. Site Name.
Full URL.
Author, A. A. (year, Month day). Title of presentation [Lecture
notes or PowerPoint slides].
Retrieved Month day, year, from URL
Commented [JMW1]: How to cite a journal article (APA
Section 10.1)
Note: Do NOT include a URL that leads to a BU link
requiring login. That will not be useful to anyone else and
might reveal your affiliation in cases of blind peer review.

Commented [JMW2]: How to cite a book (APA section
10.2)
Commented [JMW3]: How to cite a book chapter in an
edited book (print) (APA section 10.3)
Commented [JMW4]: How to cite a book chapter in an
edited book (online source) (APA section 10.3)
Note: Do not include BU retrieval information that requires
a login. You can also provide the digital object identifier
(https://doi.org/xxxxx).
Commented [JMW5]: How to cite a doctoral dissertation
published online, not in a database (APA section 10.6)
Commented [JMW6]: APA
Commented [JMW7]: How to cite a website (APA section
10.16)
Commented [JMW8]: How to cite a blog post (APA

section 10.1)
Commented [JMW9]: How to cite a webpage on an
online news site (APA section 10.16)
Commented [JMW10]: Note: When citing online sources,
be as specific as possible with the publication date (day,
month, year) when available.
When lecture notes are available only from the teacher via
course management software (such as Blackboard), or from
someone who took notes during a lecture, cite them as a
personal communication (see section 8.9 of the Publication
Manual). Personal communications are not recoverable by
other researchers. Cite personal communications in text only;
include initials as well as the surname of the person
involved, and give as precise a date as possible: (J. A.
Howard, personal communication, September 19, 2011). The
same approach would apply to notes taken during a lecture

or material that was handed out in class but not posted
elsewhere (e.g., on the instructor’s public website).
You should probably NOT be using class notes for
support for this paper.
https://doi.org/xx.xxx/yyyy
http://www.xxxxxxx/
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Good Clean Fun: Grooming the Samoyed Dog
Student Name
Columbia Southern University
Course Name
Instructor Name
Date

EH 1010 EXPOSITORY ESSAY
SEQUENTIAL
EXPOSITORY ESSAYS
The expository essay is a paper that explains a topic. The goal
of the expository essay is to
research and explore a topic, then to deliver the information in
an organized way to the
reader. This can be done in four different forms: Cause/effect,
comparative,
problem/solution, and sequential.
SEQUENTIAL ESSAYS
Sequential essays explain a topic or a process by putting the
essential information in a
certain order. The sequential essay uses this organization style
to clearly describe how
something happened or how to perform a task. This sample
paper illustrates the form of

a sequential essay and provides additional instruction on several
points.
For more information about drafting an essay, please view the
Essay Writing tutorial.
APA 7th edition allows for a variety of different font choices
for papers. Options include
Times New Roman (size 12), Calibri (size 11), Arial (size 11),
Lucida Sans Unicode (size 10),
and Georgia (size 11). This example paper is written in Times
New Roman, size 12. The
same font and font size should be used throughout the entire
paper.
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Good Clean Fun: Grooming the Samoyed Dog
Considered one of the most ancient dog breeds, the Samoyed
can be traced back to
around 1000 B.C. (Peña, 2016). These beautiful dogs were

selectively bred by the nomadic
Samoyede people to serve both as companions and workers,
resulting in a sweet, affectionate
disposition with high energy levels. One of the breed’s most
important roles among the
Samoyede people was to sleep with their humans and keep them
warm in the freezing Siberian
nights (Samoyed Club of America [SCA], n.d.). The Samoyed’s
double coat and affectionate
nature were perfectly suited for this task. The modern Samoyed
dog no longer needs to keeps its
humans warm, but the thick white coat remains the trademark
feature of the breed. The eager,
loving temperament of these dogs paired with their gorgeous fur
makes them a very appealing
pet. However, many first-time owners are not properly prepared
for the amount of upkeep that
those glorious white coats require. Samoyeds need to be brushed
daily, but a more intensive
grooming session should be performed around once a month for
good hygiene (Schnepel, 2019).
An effective method for grooming a Samoyed begins with a
preliminary brushing and trimming
followed by a bath with a good whitening shampoo, and should

finish by blow drying the coat.
The Samoyed’s dense fur can easily conceal a number of
sanitary problems even with
regular maintenance, and these must be identified and handled
before the dog can be given a
bath. Mats are the most common issue that a Samoyed owner
will run into during a detailed
grooming. The dog should be brushed first with a fine-tooth
comb to catch loose dirt in the
undercoat and help find any problem spots (SCA, n.d.). Then,
the owner can attempt to untangle
any mats or carefully cut them out of the fur. Once any mats are
removed, a rake brush should be
The thesis statement for a sequential
expository essay should tell the reader what
the steps of the process are. Keep in mind
that these steps should be simplified here;
save the details for the paragraphs to come.
The thesis statement should be the last
sentence in the introduction.
The introduction (the first paragraph of the paper) serves to
attract the reader’s attention and

introduce the main idea. Narrowing the scope of the paper from
an interesting fact or idea is a
good way to deliver background information and earn the
reader’s interest.
Notice that every sentence in this introduction serves to move
the discussion from a general
fact (the dog breed is ancient) towards the main topic (how to
groom the dog).
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used to pick up any loose fur from the undercoat. Popular de-
shedding brushes like the
Furminator should be avoided, as these cause damage to the
outer guard hairs and can result in a
rougher texture (Schnepel, 2019). This step is essential because
bathing a Samoyed with a loose
undercoat can result in more matted fur.
After a thorough pre-bath brushing, the owner should trim fur
that has grown too long.

Samoyeds should never be shaved or trimmed past the outer
guard hairs. This is because their
thick double coat regulates their body temperature, even in heat,
and protects their pink skin
from the sun; a shaved coat can quickly become a health
concern (SCA, n.d.). Many Samoyed
owners do opt for a sanitary trim, where the fur is cut shorter
under the tail and along the legs.
Keeping the fur shorter in these areas helps to cut down on the
time spent on daily coat
maintenance. Samoyeds also grow long hair between their paw
pads; this should be brushed out
and then trimmed level with the pads. Allowing this to grow too
long can cause the fur to mat
and collect painful rocks or spurs (SCA, n.d.). Any fur deeper
between the pads should be left
alone to avoid causing injury to the dog’s feet. Trimming the
fur at home is a delicate procedure
that requires a steady hand, especially with an excitable dog,
and great care should be taken to
avoid nicking the skin. A good haircut is important for
keeping the Samoyed comfortable and
helps to ensure long-lasting cleanliness from the bath.

Use illustration sentences to give additional information about
completing the step using an example or
facts. The explanation sentence helps the reader understand why
the illustration sentence is important.
Here, the illustration sentence comes first and is outlined in
gold, while the explanation sentence comes after
and is outlined in gray.
The concluding sentence should be the last sentence in each
body paragraph. This sentence will help to
reiterate the most important ideas presented in the paragraph
and can also be used to transition into the
next paragraph. In this concluding sentence, the author
reiterates that trimming keeps the dog comfortable,
but also suggests that it improves the effects of the bath, which
is the topic of the next paragraph.
The point sentence directly calls back to the thesis. For
example, this paragraph’s first sentence
refers to the second step in the process that the thesis statement
outlines – trimming.
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Once the dog has been brushed and trimmed, its coat should be
in prime condition for a
bath. Bathing a Samoyed is much like bathing any other dog;
the biggest difference is that a
high-quality shampoo should be used to promote a bright white,
soft coat. Whitening shampoos
are the most popular choice for Samoyeds, but hypoallergenic
shampoos are a better option if the
dog is going to be bathed more frequently (BarkSpace, 2018).
The dense undercoat of the
Samoyed also takes longer to saturate due to its water-resistant
properties, so it is important to
make sure the dog’s coat is wet through before shampooing. The
shampoo should then be
massaged through the fur. Whitening shampoo does not create
much of a lather, but its typical
blue color should easily show where it has been applied. Like
all dogs, the Samoyed’s eyes,
nose, and ears should be avoided; the owner should carefully
apply the shampoo around them,
then massage back and away from these sensitive spots. A
similarly gentle method should be
followed when rinsing the dog’s face. Because of the blue color
of the shampoo, it is extremely

important to rinse thoroughly. Leftover shampoo will
temporarily stain the dog’s white coat if it
is accidentally missed and dried (SCA, n.d.).
After being bathed, it is critical to make sure that the Samoyed
is moved quickly to a
small, clean area for the drying process. Samoyed fur picks up
dirt and debris easily when dry,
but even more so when wet. Because their coats are so dense,
Samoyeds need to be blow dried
after baths to prevent matting and mildewing (Schnepel, 2019).
This can be accomplished
quickly with a high-velocity pet dryer, but a regular hairdryer
set to cool will work as well. Dogs
can easily get impatient during this step, so this is another time
when rewarding good behavior is
key. The thickness of the fur can make it difficult to determine
when the hair is completely dry; a
good indicator is whether a section of hair blows all in one
direction or scatters under the blow
dryer. Once the hair scatters in all directions, that section of the
coat is completely dry (Schnepel,
Transition words and sentences play an important role
in sequential essays. Transitions can be introduced i n

the concluding sentence or in the first sentence of
each paragraph. Placing a transition at the start of the
paragraph helps the reader to better understand the
order in which the process described in the paper
takes place. For more information, please view the
Transitions: Words and Phrases tutorial and the
Transitions: Sentences tutorial.
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2019). When the entire coat is dry, the dog should be brushed
one last time. Using a slicker brush
for this step will give the Samoyed a soft, sleek look.
Following a monthly grooming routine of brushing, trimming,
shampooing, and blow
drying will help any Samoyed owner to maintain their dog’s

beautiful coat. Brushing and
trimming allows the Samoyed dog to enjoy an active, playful
lifestyle without matting fur or a
significant buildup of dirt. High-quality shampoos should keep
the dog’s coat soft and healthy,
and finishing with a blow dryer will prevent any additional
matting. For the Samoyed, grooming
is necessary not only for looks, but for the dog’s well -being.
The Samoyed dog may have a high
maintenance coat, but the joy that this loving companion brings
is well worth it.
The conclusion is the last paragraph in the paper. It should
restate the main idea or thesis,
summarize the most important parts of the paragraphs, and leave
the reader with a final thought on
the subject. For more information, please view the Introductions
& Conclusions tutorial.
This first sentence restates the thesis statement. Keep in mind

that this should not repeat the thesis
statement word-for-word. The purpose of the restatement is to
help the reader understand how the
different parts of the paper fit into the original thesis now that
they have all of the information.
This last sentence leaves
the reader with the
author’s final thought on
the topic.
Notice that the supporting sentences of
the conclusion serve to summarize the
most important points of the paper. Each
individual paragraph does not need a
complete corresponding sentence here,
but highlighting the critical parts of the
process helps to reinforce the information
given in the body of the paper.
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References
BarkSpace. (2018, March 15). What’s the best shampoo for
Samoyed?
https://www.thebarkspace.com/whats-best-shampoo-samoyed/
Peña, M. (2016, December 20). Extinct, primitive, or ancient:
Which are the oldest dog breeds?
Dogster. https://www.dogster.com/lifestyle/extinct-primitive-or-
ancient-which-are-the-
oldest-dog-breeds
Samoyed Club of America. (n.d.) Grooming.
https://www.samoyedclubofamerica.or g/the-
samoyed/health-and-care/grooming/
Schnepel, M. (2019, January 11). How often should I groom my
Samoyed? The Samoyed—All
About the Smiley Dogs.
https://siberiansamoyed.com/2019/01/11/how-often-should-i-
groom-my-samoyed/
The word “References”
should be centered at
the top of the page,

boldfaced.
EH 1010 requires at least one reference for the expository
essay.
If you have any generalized questions
about your references page, refer to
the APA Citation Guide.
https://www.thebarkspace.com/whats-best-shampoo-samoyed/
https://www.dogster.com/lifestyle/extinct-primitive-or-ancient-
which-are-the-oldest-dog-breeds
https://www.dogster.com/lifestyle/extinct-primitive-or-ancient-
which-are-the-oldest-dog-breeds
https://www.samoyedclubofamerica.org/the-samoyed/health-
and-care/grooming/
https://www.samoyedclubofamerica.org/the-samoyed/health-
and-care/grooming/
groom-my-samoyed/
groom-my-samoyed/
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Expository Essay Draft
SUBJECT: What is the best way to stick to a diet?
Write a 1000-1500-word essay about a topic of your choice in
the style described within Unit VI and VII.
Purpose: Throughout Units VI and VII, we have discussed the
conventions of the expository essay. The purpose of this
assignment is to measure your mastery of those conventions by

putting your knowledge to practice. As we discussed in Unit VI,
Lesson 1, the expository essay is a general term for an essay
that expounds upon or explains a topic. The objective of the
essay is to convey information to the reader; most importantly,
an expository essay is an exploration of a topic, and the tone is
explanatory. After choosing your topic, you will need to choose
the form that is most appropriate to fit the topic: cause and
effect, problem and solution, or sequential. A thesis statement,
which contains the paper’s argument, will be appropriate to the
form you choose.
REQUIREMENTS:
Stylistic details: All essays must meet the following
requirements:
· Include 1000-1500 words.
· Write in Times New Roman, 12 pt. font.
· Include one-inch margins on all sides.
· Use double spacing (top-to-bottom every page, to include
above and below titles and centered words).
· Include an APA title page (for all essays) and reference list
that includes all of the sources used in the essay.
· Include page numbers (upper-right corner only).
· Adhere to APA convention and documentation style.
· At least one source is required. All sources used must be cited.
The following document will assist you in creating this
assignment:
Due Date: 11:59 pm EST Sunday of Unit 1
Points: 100
Overview:

For each week in our course, you will consider music as a
cultural artifact and be
assigned either a piece of music or a specific musical artist to
explore and analyze for
the week. This week, you will be listening to music from the
Rhythm and Blues genre.
As you have read this week, Rhythm and Blues signifies the
biggest change in blues-
based music after WWII.
In addition to your etextbook, you should expect to complete
some research online to
respond to these questions. Be sure to use vetted resources—if
you aren’t sure what a
reliable source is, remember, you can use the CRAP test to
determine if your source is
reliable!
Resources that might help you:
• Rhythm and Blues. (n.d.) Library of Congress.
Instructions:
• On the internet or your phone, listen to TWO of the following
R&B Songs from
the list below:
o Louis Jordan and his Tympany Five, “Choo Choo Boogie”
o Muddy Waters, “I’m Your Hoochie Coochie Man”
o Dion and the Belmonts, “I Wonder Why”
o The Ravens, “Write Me a Letter”
o The Orioles, “It’s Too Soon to Know”
o Jackie Brenston & His Delta Cats, “Rocket 88”

o The Chords, “Sh-Boom”
• After listening to your TWO selections, answer the following
questions in a word
document:
o Define the musical term: Rhythm and Blues.
o Share a brief biography of each of the two bands/artists you
chose.
o Name the members of each of these bands.
o Do each of these songs exemplify the Rhythm and Blues style,
or are they
a bit of an “off-shoot” of the style, like electrified blues, or
doo-wop, for
example? Explain your response.
o Examine the lyrics and share the lines of each song which are
your
favorite and/or made an impression on you.
MUS 121 – Rhythm Blues and Hip Hop
Unit 1 - Rhythm and Blues, Music as a Cultural Artifact -
Guided Listening Assignment
https://libraries.mercer.edu/research-tools-help/citation-tools-
help/images/PrintableCRAPtest.pdf
https://www.loc.gov/collections/songs-of-america/articles-and-
essays/musical-styles/popular-songs-of-the-day/rhythm-and-
blues/

o What are the ideas being addressed in each of these songs?
o What is the date that the original music was written? What is
the date that
this original recording was made/released?
o Has anyone else recorded the two songs you have chosen? If
so, find one
YouTube recording of “covers” of each the two songs you have
chosen if
they are available. If nothing is available, please indicate that as
well.
o List the instruments you hear in these recordings. Are each of
these songs
the same or different instrumentation?
o What was your favorite thing about the
performances/recordings?
o What emotions did the performances/recordings make you feel
when you
heard it?
Requirements:
• Three to four pages in length, excluding the Reference page.
• APA format, including an in-text citation for referenced
works.
• At least four resources.
Be sure to read the criteria by which your work will be
evaluated before you write
and again after you write.

Evaluation Rubric for Guided Listening Assignments
CRITERIA Exemplary Proficient Needs
Improvement
Deficient
54-60 points 48-53 points 36-47 points 0-35 points
Content
Subject matter
is thoroughly
addressed.
Arguments are
well elaborated
and fully
supported by
scholarly
research and
specific
examples.
Subject matter is
fairly well
addressed.
Arguments are

supported by
scholarly
research but
could be further
elaborated with
specific details.
Subject matter
is adequately
addressed.
Arguments are
partially
supported by
scholarly
research.
Subject matter
is minimally
addressed.
Opinions are
offered, but
arguments lack
scholarly
backing
9-10 points 8 points 6-7 points 0-5 points
Musical
Selections

Incorporates all
required
musical
selections
Incorporates
some musical
selections
Incorporates
one of the
musical
selections
Missing
musical
selections
requirements
Scholarly
Sources
4 or more
resources 3 resources 2 resources 0-1 resource
Paper Length 3 pages 2 pages 1 page
0 pages or
more than

three pages
Clear and
Professional
Writing with
APA Format
Writing and
format are
clear,
professional,
APA compliant,
and error free.
Few errors that
do not impede
professional
presentation.
Significant
errors that do
not impede
professional
presentation.
Errors impede
professional
presentation;
guidelines not
followed.

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