Musical Composition

T.J. Bergquist

Choral Composition

•Vocal arrangement, assignment, and dynamic incorporation

Value of Research Information

•Prepared me for instrumental music•Dynamic Utilization•Comfort in writing out music

Musical Reflection

•Somber instrumental•Transition from more uplifting choral work

Musical/Compositional Sincerity

•Importance of honesty in music•Inspiration and use of personal experience

Musical Experimentation/Informal

Playing•Finding complementing chords•Key of D minor•Riff layering

Transition to Instrumental Composition/Piano

Limitations

•Simple power from instrumental pieces•Skill limitations on writing process

Finale/ Music Writing Software

•Determining time and key signatures/rhythm•Alleviating of physical constraints on the writing process

Musical Possibilities and Interest

•Increase in musical interest through melody changes•Changing of harmony with note inclusion/exclusion

Mrs. Wallace, My Facilitator

•Bettered my sight reading•Heightened my ability to recognize notes•Helped improve my aptitude for recognizing improper notes

In Retrospect

•Confirmed plans to pursue a musical career•Made me a better musician•Allowed me to see how many different ways I can musically express myself

Thank You