Word: contrasts
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Dates: during 1950-1959
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...with the Questions. Predictably, Sessions' piece was the most substantial -a difficult "and blazing work, brilliantly played by Violinist Polikoff himself. By contrast, Alexander's Songs for Eve was a plodding and undramatic vocal presentation of texts by Archibald MacLeish around which four accompanying instruments (violin, cello, English horn, harp) weave contrasting sonorities in a striking instrumental texture. Calabro's Sonata and Overton's Quartet were both professional jobs, but more interesting in their smoothly machined parts than in their bland conclusions...
Relaxed Approach. In contrast to O'Brien, who practices constantly, eats wheat germ, honey, and high-energy foods, and works himself into a competitive swivet before a meet by listening to his own tape-recorded pep talks, Long is casual and easygoing. He does not go all out in workouts, eats whatever is served at the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity house, is so relaxed in competition that he often does not bother to watch his competitors perform. A steady B student, he works in a local drugstore one night a week, takes many night classes (he is planning...
Bruner stressed the element of "leisure, independence and excitement" in his proposal, in contrast to the "continued uninspiring note-taking" which prevails now. The director of one workshop might have some of his students sit in on lectures in other courses, or do independent research or aid Faculty members on a particular project; all with the object of having the student learn to think independently...
...registration is another cause of the drive's troubles. Only 1000 students signed to give this year, in contrast with last year...
...startling contrast to the situation last season when there was little strength below the starting eitht Love has plenty of depth this year. While depth does not guarantee a superior first boat it has provided inter-squad competition. The consequent pressure on individuals for a place in the varsity shell is a major element pushing the crew to its maximum capabilities...