Use the notes you have learned to create an original melody. Why original? Copyright. It matters. Include the following in your melody: at least 12 pitches long at least four different pitches To share your melody, perform it using a virtual or real instrument. Record the video or audio of yourself playing your melody. How do you protect your original work? Say your name at the beginning of your recording. Part Two—Reflection Once you have created your melody, use your music vocabulary to describe your creative process. Explain how you decided which pitches to use. Explain how you decided how long to hold each pitch. Describe your favorite part of your melody.
Here is an original melody I created using the notes I have learned:
[Please insert your recorded melody here.]
To protect my original work, I will say my name at the beginning of the recording to establish ownership.
Reflection:
In creating this melody, I used a combination of the notes I have learned to create a unique sequence of sounds. I decided which pitches to use based on the feeling I wanted to convey in the melody. I chose pitches that complemented each other and created a harmonious sound.
I decided how long to hold each pitch by experimenting with different durations and listening to how it affected the overall flow of the melody. I wanted to create a sense of movement and rhythm in the piece, so I played around with holding certain notes longer or shorter to achieve this.
My favorite part of the melody is the climax towards the middle, where the notes build up to a peak before resolving back to the starting point. It adds a sense of tension and release to the melody, which I find very satisfying to listen to.