AS Music Composition Workbook - Couverture souple

Charlton, Alan; Steadman, Robert

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1906178313 ISBN 13 : 9781906178314

Editeur : Rhinegold Publishing Ltd, 2008

Synopsis

The AS Music Composition Workbook by composer and examiner Alan Charlton is a practical study resource for AS Level students preparing composition coursework and examinations with Edexcel, AQA and OCR. Designed for learners with a GCSE-level understanding of composition, it develops the knowledge, confidence and musical awareness needed to plan, write and refine original compositions. Suitable for students, teachers and independent learners, it offers a structured approach to essential composition skills for classroom study and exam preparation.

This workbook contains a carefully organised sequence of composition exercises and guidance rather than performance repertoire. It explores the development of musical ideas, textures, word-setting, harmonisation, orchestration and effective composition planning. Readers will also find practical advice on writing effectively for a variety of instruments. No online resources or bonus materials are stated, and it is presented as a standalone workbook in English.

Written by composer and examiner Alan Charlton, the workbook combines academic experience with practical insight into the expectations of AS Music. The progressive activities encourage students to think creatively while developing technical control, making it easier to organise ideas and produce more confident compositions. Whether used alongside classroom teaching, private study or revision, it provides a dependable reference for improving compositional technique and musical understanding.

An excellent companion for AS Music study, this workbook supports learners as they build skills for coursework, examinations and continued musical development. It is a thoughtful choice for music students, teachers and anyone seeking a focused resource on composition techniques, with practical guidance that remains useful throughout the learning process.

A propos du livre

Biographie de l'auteur

Alan Charlton is a freelance composer. He was awarded the first ever PhD in Composition from Bristol University in 1997 and was the first Eileen Norris Fellow in Composition at Bedford School (19992002). He was head of music technology at Bedford School from 20002009 and is also an examiner for Edexcel. Robert Steadman is a prolific composer who has written music ranging from symphonies and operas to primary-school musicals and pieces for brass band. Among his many commissions he has written works for the percussionist Evelyn Glennie, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and the London Serpent Trio. He currently teaches part-time at Lady Manners School, Bakewell, as well as providing workshops and INSET on composition and music-technology topics. He has been an examiner for all the major exam boards. He writes for Rhinegolds Classroom Music and is the author of AQA GCSE Music Revision Lifelines and co-author of Revision Lifelines for AS and A2 Music Technology.

Présentation de l'éditeur

AS Music Composition Workbook will guide you through the process of creating musical ideas and working with some of the most common musical forms. It is an ideal approach for developing your compositional skills and raising the standard of your work.AS Music Composition Workbook builds on the earlier GCSE Music Composition Workbook. This book has been written for those submitting compositions as part of their coursework, and although the projects have been chosen to be suitable for AS Music, they offer useful guidance to anyone wishing to take composing to a higher level. The book offers essential generic advice and five composing projects, covering composing for choir, composing expressively and using a storyboard, writing for rock and pop instruments with verse-chorus form, and writing for piano and keyboard in rondo form. A useful glossary is included.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Rhinegold Publishing Ltd
• Date d'édition: 2008
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1906178313
• ISBN 13: 9781906178314
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 80
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible