Extended Descriptive Essay

Instrumental Song: https://youtu.be/b3iJsxh8BPA?feature=shared

Music and emotions are personal, cultural and associated with prior experiences. A song will not
give everybody the same feeling. That is the beauty of the diversity in music and preference across
diverse cultures and time periods. The second I play the instrumental music I feel goosebumps all
over my body. In the beginning of the song, slow tempo brings peace to my mind and helps relax
muscles. It makes me feel soothed while releasing the stress of the day.

The gentle acoustic guitar melodies, soft piano chords, and subtle instrumentation create an
atmosphere of introspection and contemplation in my soul. Without Taylor Swift’s vocals, l find
myself immersed in my own memories and emotions, interpreting the music in a more personal
way. The instrumental version evokes a sense of tranquillity, allowing me to reflect on my
experiences of youth, growth, and the passage of time. Overall, it offers a peaceful and introspective
listening experience, inviting me to connect with the music on a deeper, more emotional level.
Taylor Swift is one of my favourite artists and with this song, Fifteen, I make personal connections
with every beat that passes by. Furthermore, every time I listen to instrumental music, I imagine
myself standing in front of Taylor Swift playing the guitar as every beat passes by. As each second of
the music passes by, I smell the fragrance of déjà vu that runs through my heart beating through
every nerve of my body.

While I can't physically touch the music, the acoustic instrumentation creates a tactile sensation of
warmth and intimacy in my hands. The gentle strumming of the guitar and the soft caress of the
piano keys feel almost tangible, inviting me to reach out and connect with the music on a deeper
level.

References:

1. Global, Tuned. “Music Has the Power to Awaken Senses and to Evoke Emotions.” Music,
Technology and Power of Music for Brands,
blog.tunedglobal.com/music-power-to-awake-your-senses-evokes-emotions#:~:text=Music
%20taps%20into%20a%20part,many%20cases%2C%20it%20is%20therapeutic. Accessed 8
Feb. 2024.
2. “Releasing Stress through the Power of Music: Counseling Services.” University of Nevada,
Reno,
www.unr.edu/counseling/virtual-relaxation-room/releasing-stress-through-the-power-of-m
usic. Accessed 8 Feb. 2024.
3. “Awakening of the Senses through Music and Sounds: 5senses4kids.” 5senses4kids.Org, 29
July 2022,
5senses4kids.org/en/the-5-senses-and-music/#:~:text=Music%2C%20on%20the%20other%
20hand,countries%20during%20the%20early%20years.