TASK
Introduction:
Your music reflection should begin with an opening paragraph. Include which concert (including the date) you watched/attended. Include whether you attended a live performance or watched the concert via live stream. Avoid long lists of names and compositions.
Body:
One paragraph should be dedicated to each piece. In each paragraph include the title of the work, name of the composer, instrumentation, and names of performers (unless it is a large ensemble). (Do not list all of this in the introduction). You MUST listen to and write about the entire performance.
You will write about the music, the performers, and the performance. What was the overall mood of the work? How was this achieved? This may include descriptions of the music, how the composer wrote the music, and the performance of the work. Show what you have learned in this course; use musical terminology.
In a multi-movement work, write about each movement. If there are over five or more movements, you may choose three or four to write about.
Most importantly, include your overall impressions. Did you enjoy the performance?
Choose one composer from the concert and learn more about them. Include a short paragraph about the composer’s life and importance to music. Also include why did you choose the composer. What was something that particularly interested or impressed you?
Closing Paragraph:
Wrap up in a closing paragraph. Perhaps choose a favorite moment from the performance or something you would look forward to in the future.
