Propaganda In Germany During World War II
Location
Turner Gymnasium
Access Type
Campus Access Only
Entry Number
58
Start Date
4-5-2023 12:00 PM
End Date
4-5-2023 1:30 PM
College
Lynchburg College of Arts and Sciences
Department
Music
Keywords
Music, World War II, Propaganda
Abstract
Propaganda In Germany During World War II
As music has shown to influence individuals, pieces created in Germany during World War II (WWII) (1939-1945) strengthen societal perspective of their home country. With the intent of improving music pedagogy and performance, the purpose of this research was to examine music in Germany during World War II. The particular problems of this study were to (1) examine German nationalism in WWII; (2) explore the use and effects of propaganda; (3) identify musical aspects of Germany which would be considered propaganda; and (4) create a lesson plan entitled “Musical Maladies.”
Nationalism played a significant role in the German citizens’ support of the war. The efforts of Adolf Hitler (1889-1945) to maintain the constant subjection of targeted messages in the form of propaganda increased the patriotic spirit of the German people. Music, a common form of propaganda utilized by the German government, allowed the Nazi Regime to unify individuals. A lesson plan, entitled “Musical Maladies,” could be used to teach high school programs about its effects. Music in the form of propaganda permeated throughout World War II Germany, showing the true power music has, and, for further research, individual pieces should be studied to identify their level of contribution.
Faculty Mentor(s)
Dr. Cynthia Ramsey
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Propaganda In Germany During World War II
Turner Gymnasium
Propaganda In Germany During World War II
As music has shown to influence individuals, pieces created in Germany during World War II (WWII) (1939-1945) strengthen societal perspective of their home country. With the intent of improving music pedagogy and performance, the purpose of this research was to examine music in Germany during World War II. The particular problems of this study were to (1) examine German nationalism in WWII; (2) explore the use and effects of propaganda; (3) identify musical aspects of Germany which would be considered propaganda; and (4) create a lesson plan entitled “Musical Maladies.”
Nationalism played a significant role in the German citizens’ support of the war. The efforts of Adolf Hitler (1889-1945) to maintain the constant subjection of targeted messages in the form of propaganda increased the patriotic spirit of the German people. Music, a common form of propaganda utilized by the German government, allowed the Nazi Regime to unify individuals. A lesson plan, entitled “Musical Maladies,” could be used to teach high school programs about its effects. Music in the form of propaganda permeated throughout World War II Germany, showing the true power music has, and, for further research, individual pieces should be studied to identify their level of contribution.