Grade 6 (Assignment 2/Q2/ 2016/17) - Composition

Use proper manuscript paper to create a 16 bar composition on the xylophone.

Here are the specifications:

• This is a three-part assignment. 

1. Part one – composition
2. Part two – performance 
3. Part three – reflection (1 page)

• Composition Length: 16 bars with all correct staff symbols (Clef, bar lines, key signature etc.)

•   Instrumentation: This composition will be written for the xylophone. You may wish to write an accompany percussion part for a 4+ however it is not a requirement. ( This might give you a little push on your way to an 'exceeding')

• All written music must be ORIGINAL

• You will be assessed on creativity, write your composition creatively yet playable.

Here are some details to consider:

• Consider creating a final copy using a music composition software such as Finale, Musescore, Noteflight – if these are not available use manuscript paper and complete the assignment as cleanly and neatly as possible. If you chose to do this be sure to still hand in your hand written copy as that will be marked too.

•  You must submit a completed hard copy of your composition on the due date. A one page reflection will accompany your composition articulating why you chose to write the composition the way you did, what you liked or were proud of in the composition, and what you felt challenging about the assignment.

• You must perform your composition in class for your classmates on an assigned date.