Reflection 06: A Little Mood Music—Creating an Annotated Playlist

Regardless of the situation, there are always songs that fit it just right. Whether you require a romantic mood, a little inspiration, or if you just want to forget your troubles, music exists to enhance those and any other experience. For this reflection, you will create a playlist of at least six songs to fit one of the following situations. Additionally, you must annotate each song in 2-3 sentences. Your annotations should explain your rationale for their inclusion. When compiling your playlist consider the role music plays in the situation? Is it central to the experience or better in the background? What kind of mood are you hoping to evoke? What kinds of music do people typically play in this situation and does your playlist offer any surprises?

Based upon your month of birth, create an annotated playlist of at least six songs for one of the following:

1. Jan—A cold and rainy day: What's the best music for staying indoors on a winter's day? 
2. Feb— A romantic dinner: Love is in the air; how do you enhance the mood?
3. Mar—Cleaning the house: It's time for some spring cleaning; what music will motivate you to get the job done?
4. Apr—Working out: Swimsuit weather is around the corner; which songs will push you toward your goals?
5. May—A beach party: The sun is out and the beach awaits; which songs will usher in the fun?
6. Jun—Studying: Time to get serious about hitting the books; which songs can keep you the most focused?
7. Jul—Relaxing: Your only goal is to do absolutely nothing; which songs will help you do (or not do) just that?
8. Aug—A road trip: You're taking to the road; what songs will inspire a spirit of adventure?
9. Sep—A house party: Which songs will get the dance floor going?
10. Oct—A funeral: You've lost a loved one; how do you memorialize a person's life in songs?
11. Nov—Falling asleep: With the time change, you're having a little trouble sleeping; which songs will help sooth you to sleep?
12. Dec—A holiday dinner party: Friends are coming over for festive dinner; which songs will be most inviting for your guests?

Required:

• Must be in MLA Style
• Must be one full page in length

Due: SEC. 03 & 23—MO 10.21; Sec. 86—TU 10.22