Composition exemplar - string quartet (score)

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Composition exemplar - string quartet (audio)

a structure based on one main theme that is developed through different variations

how many different musical layers are playing, and how they relate to and interact with each other

when two parts play the same pitches and rhythm at the same time (including playing in different octaves)

The first section in a theme and variations introduces the main melody.

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First variation

Second variation

Third variation

Fourth variation

Final variation

Task A audio

Creating space for a melody

Music

Using rhythmic devices

Interaction between parts

Using melodic and other devices

Considering timbre, articulation and dynamics

Pupils analyse exemplar compositions to explore advanced compositional techniques including rhythm, texture, timbre and interaction between parts. They develop understanding of how composers create interest, contrast and clarity within ensemble writing.

Composition exemplars: advanced techniques

A secondary melody, played at the same time as the main melody, is called a ...

Which instruments are in a string quartet?

When string players pluck the string rather than play the notes with a bow, what is this called?

Pizzicato, legato and accents are examples of ...

Creating space for a melody

Lesson outcome