“Compose a short instrumental piece for two instruments or two voices, to be performed in an open-air summer concert at Plas Newydd, Anglesey.”
Consider which notes would be suitable to create a homophonic for two voices. Add harmony notes to the lower part mainly using intervals of 3rds and 6ths. Consider which type of performing instructions would contribute to create a suitable atmosphere for a summer concert.
Here are links to examples of summery melodies you could listen to before starting work on your own original piece:
(from 06:10)
Make notes relating to what you believe creates a summery atmosphere in the above examples.
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