Date Approved
2022
Degree Type
Open Access Senior Honors Thesis
Department or School
Music and Dance
First Advisor
Theresa Merrill, PhD, MT-BC
Second Advisor
Brandon Johnson, DMA
Third Advisor
Christopher Barrick, DMA
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to examine the author's beliefs, attitudes, and emotions related to performing a recital during a pandemic. This study focuses on the phenomenon of emotion around a senior recital which is a pivotal moment in a student's experiences. Data were collected from journal entries. These data were analyzed to answer the research question, "what are my feelings about the process of planning a recital given a pandemic?" This arts-based, heuristic inquiry utilized reflective writing, dance, and collage as iterative cycles. Three key themes emerged: falling short of expectations, the inability to accept acknowledgement, and navigating spaces. Data were analyzed through a discussion of the findings.
Recommended Citation
Barnaclo, Olivia R., "Music, identity, and expectation: An exploration of authentic identity in the midst of a pandemic" (2022). Senior Honors Theses and Projects. 755.
https://commons.emich.edu/honors/755