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The current official elevation of 8,848 m (29,029 ft), recognised by China and Nepal, was established by a 1955 Indian survey and subsequently confirmed by a Chinese survey in 1975.[1]
Mount Everest attracts many climbers, some of them highly experienced mountaineers. There are two main climbing routes, one approaching the summit from the southeast in Nepal (known as the “standard route”) and the other from the north in Tibet. While not posing substantial technical climbing challenges on the standard route, Everest presents dangers such as altitude sickness, weather, and wind, as well as significant hazards from avalanches and the Khumbu Icefall. As of 2019, over 300 people have died on Everest,[7] many of whose bodies remain on the mountain.[8]
The first recorded efforts to reach Everest’s summit were made by British mountaineers. As Nepal did not allow foreigners to enter the country at the time, the British made several attempts on the north ridge route from the Tibetan side. After the first reconnaissance expedition by the British in 1921 reached 7,000 m (22,970 ft) on the North Col, the 1922 expedition pushed the north ridge route up to 8,320 m (27,300 ft), marking the first time a human had climbed above 8,000 m (26,247 ft). Seven porters were killed in an avalanche on the descent from the North Col. The 1924 expedition resulted in one of the greatest mysteries on Everest to this day: George Mallory and Andrew Irvine made a final summit attempt on 8 June but never returned, sparking debate as to whether or not they were the first to reach the top. They had been spotted high on the mountain that day but disappeared in the clouds, never to be seen again, until Mallory’s body was found in 1999 at 8,155 m (26,755 ft) on the north face. Tenzing Norgay and Edmund Hillary made the first official ascent of Everest in 1953, using the southeast ridge route. Norgay had reached 8,595 m (28,199 ft) the previous year as a member
Try it risk-free for 30 daysInstructorSunday MoultonView bioExpert ContributorJenna ClaytonView bio Save18,269 viewsLike this lessonShareThis lesson provides a brief definition and overview of the music industry. The industry is a collection of people, and their various roles are further described.
Is it a Business or an Industry?
For many of us, music is a nearly constant part of everyday life; it is playing in the background while driving, shopping, or watching television. But how much do we really know about the music that surrounds us, how it’s created, how it moves from an idea to a product, or the different people that make it possible?Street musicians in Dublin, Ireland
The music industry is a general term for all the parties involved in the creation, performance, recording, promotion, and managing the profitable business of music. The distinction of calling this network of business partnerships ”the music industry” as opposed to ”the music business,” is more based on the stigma associated with the latter term than any technical difference. At one time, when the label of ”the music business” was frequently used, artists often experienced exploitation from those who made exorbitant profits from their work. Today, numerous organizations exist to protect the rights of musicians, composers, and performers.
Who Are the People in the Industry?
Four categories divide the numerous professional careers under the music industry umbrella. However, delineation is not always clearly defined, as some roles can span two or more categories depending on the particular role they perform at that moment.
Creative Professionals (Songwriters and Composers)
Creative professionals are the heart of the music industry. Songwriters envision a piece of music, its feeling, its words, and its meaning. Often, the writer of a song’s lyrics and the composer of the musical accompaniment are one in the same, though not always.
Take the writing team of Elton John and Bernie Taupin. For decades, the two created hit songs by combining Bernie’s skill of lyrics and Elton’s skill of composition. Some performing artists exclusively give life to the compositions of professional songwriters and never record a track of their own. Other times, performing artists may write their own songs or collaborate to give life to something infused with their creative skills.Elton John and Bernie Taupin
Performance Professionals
Performance professionalsinclude everyone who make a recording or live performance possible. This includes the main star when there is one, all the supporting musicians and vocalists, and the many staffers managing the non-performing details.
Starring Performers
When most of us think of the music industry, we think of the starting performers who sing or play instruments to create the music that moves us. For solo artists, like Celine Dion, the star is a single person. For bands or other groups, like The Rolling Stones, the starring performers are the key, permanent members of the band.Jimi Hendrix
Support Performers
Supporting performers are vocalists and musicians who provide additional musical support for the starring performers. They provide the musical accompaniment to solo artists and sing backup vocals but are not billed as the main attraction. Often, especially during touring performances, these musicians may perform only a number of shows while other musicians take their place at others.
Support Staff
The support staff in this category includes every person that sets up equipment or handles details necessary to create a successful recording session or live performance. They might design or install concert lighting for elaborate shows, care for and test instruments, haul around heavy equipment, or mix recordings to produce a complete track.
Business Professionals
Business professionals include everyone who handles the money and deals. While accountants and attorneys are involved in this part of the industry, they are not usually included, as their profession extends to working with many other industries as well. The key business professionals include publishers, producers, and managers.
Producers
Producers bring all the elements of crafting a musical recording or live performance together. They scout new artists or contract existing stars, select the songs from a publisher’s catalog that best fits the artist’s abilities, select and manage the supporting musicians and technical staff, create contracts and project budgets to present to the record companies, and are personally responsible for project completion and delivery.Producer Arif Mardin celebrates with Bette Midler
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Music Industry Writing Activity
Informative Essay
For this activity, you will write an informative essay that explains how the music industry has changed over the past few decades. To begin, brainstorm different ways in which the industry has changed. Consider how the Internet and other technologies have impacted music. You may also want to think about how marketing has changed the industry. Keep in mind that you may need to conduct additional research to develop your ideas. Next, create a thesis statement that reflects the main points you want to make in your essay. Here is an example of a thesis statement that could be used for this assignment: A lot of changes in the music industry have occurred as a result of new marketing techniques, the emergence of new genres, and advancing technologies, such as streaming platforms and cheaper recording equipment. After writing your thesis statement, it is time to organize your ideas with the outline below. Once you have completed the outline, write your essay. Finally, make sure to proofread and edit your writing before turning-in or submitting the final draft.
I. Introduction
Hook/Attention-Getter
Briefly describe the meaning of “the music industry.”
Thesis Statement
II. Body Paragraphs
Main Point #1
Explain your first main point.
Include details and specific examples to support your idea.
Main Point #2
Explain your second main point.
Include details and specific examples to support your idea.
Main Point #3
Explain your third main point.
Include details and specific examples to support your idea.
III. Conclusion
Summarize your main points.
Re-state your thesis statement.
Include a final statement that provides closure to your essay.
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Are you a student or a teacher? I am a student I am a teacher Lesson 2 in chapter 9 of the course:Music Lesson Plans & Activities
The articles are the words “a,” “an,” and “the.” They define whether something is specific or unspecific. There are two types of article:
(1) The Definite Article (The). “The” is called the definite article. It defines its noun as something specific (e.g., something previously mentioned or known, something unique, something being identified by the speaker).
This is the lake.
(2) The Indefinite Article (A, An). “A” and “an” are called the indefinite articles. They define their noun as something unspecific (e.g., something generic, something mentioned for the first time).
This is a lake.
Infographic Explaining the Two Types of Article
The Two Types of Article
Key Takeaway “The” is called the definite article because it is used to indicate something specific. “A and an” are called the indefinite articlesbecause they are used to indicate something unspecific.Also of note, articles are classified as determiners. A determiner sits before a noun to indicate quantity, possession, specificity, or definiteness.
Here are some more examples of the articles in use:
I fell over the chair again.
Can you pass me a chair?
I loved the apple pie after the meal.
I love an apple pie after dinner.
Articles Go before Adjectives
An article often modifies a noun that is already being modified by an adjective. When this happens, the article goes before the adjective (or adjectives). For example:
Please open the small box first.
You will get an excellent pizza at Papa Antonio’s.
Indefinite Articles Are Used with Singular Nouns
The indefinite article (a, an) is only for singular nouns. It is not used for plural nouns.
As the indefinite article specifies one thing (e.g., a cup means one cup), it is not used with non-countable nouns (e.g., water, air, integrity). For example:
Articles Are Not Used with Possessive Determiners or Possessive Pronouns
Articles are not used with possessive determiners (my, your, his, her, its, our, their) or possessive pronouns(mine, yours, his, hers, ours, theirs) as these already show that something is specific. For example:
Take me to the your leader.
Take me to your leader.
Can I borrow a yours?
Can I borrow yours?
Why Should I Care about Articles?
Here are two common questions related to articles.
(Question 1) When Do You Use “An” and “A”?
The most common mistake involving articles is using “an” instead of “a” (or vice versa). This mistake occurs because writers believe “an” is used before a vowel and “a” before a consonant. That is not entirely accurate. “An” is used before a vowel sound, and “a” is used before a consonant sound. The word sound is important because consonants can create vowel sounds, and vowels can create consonant sounds. Therefore, the use of “an” or “a” is determined by the sound not the letter. Look at these examples:
A house
An hour
A uniform row
An unidentified man
Be especially careful with abbreviations:
An MOT
An LRS
A US diplomat
(Question 2) Do you say “an historic moment” or “a historic moment”?
The words historic, historical, historian, horrific, and even hotel are worthy of special mention because they are often spoken and written with the wrong version of the indefinite article. All of these words start with a consonant sound, as soft as it might be. Therefore, their article is “a” not “an.”
The attraction of power can be a disease, a horrific disease. (Irish actor Liam Cunningham)
We owe an historic debt to American Indians. They have a unique set of concerns that haven’t been addressed. (American politician Alan Franken)
Here are two other issues related to the articles.
(Issue 1) Writing a job title or an office name with a capital letter.
A job title (e.g., president, judge, director) or the name of an office (parliament, court, accounts section) is given a capital letter when it refers to a specific person or office, i.e., when it’s a proper noun. So, when the definite article (i.e., “the”) appears before such a title or name, there’s a pretty good chance you’ll need a capital letter.
Here’s the guidance: If the job title or office name is being used for its dictionary definition, i.e., as a common noun, then don’t use a capital letter. However, if the job title or office name nails it down to one specific person or office, then use a capital letter. Look at these examples:
The King was a king among kings.
The Prime Minister said: “Being a prime minister is a lonely job…you cannot lead from the crowd.” (Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher).
(The Prime Minister specifies an individual, but a prime minister does not.)
(Issue 2) Capitalizing “The” when it starts a name (e.g., The Beatles).
Some names (particularly band names) start with “The” (e.g., The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Sex Pistols). When such names appear in running text, you have a choice whether to write “The” (with a capital letter) or “the.” There’s no consensus among the leading style guides on this point, so go with your preference.
Did you download the The Clash album?
Bear in mind that you might stumble across this issue with foreign names.
Gina Vitale: The restaurant is called “The La Trattoria.”
Michael Felgate: “The La Trattoria” means The The Trattoria.
Gina Vitale: I know.
Does it disturb anyone else that “The Los Angeles Angels” baseball team translates directly as “The The Angels Angels”? (Anon)
Key Points
Use “an” before a vowel sound and “a” before a consonant sound. (Note the word sound.)
If you’re drawn to “an historic” or “an horrific”, give your aitches more “huh” until you’re comfortable with using “a.”
When a job title (e.g., ambassador) or an office name (e.g., finance office) is preceded by “an” or “a” (as opposed to “the”), write it with a lowercase letter.
Interactive Exercise
Here are three randomly selected questions from a larger exercise, which can be edited, printed to create an exercise worksheet, or sent via email to friends or students.
Q1
Select the correct version.A: an historical siteB: a historical site
Q2
Select the correct one:A: An antelopeB: A antelopeC: An leopard
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