THE ESSENTIAL QUESTION:

In what ways can we engage in creative music making that can be achievable to many, regardless

of skill?

one idea : “on the spot” arrangements

KEY ELEMENTS TO CONSIDER W H E N E N G A G I N G I N “ O N T H E S P O T ” A R R A N G I N G

Have a clear understanding of the basic musical structure

Rondo/Ternary/Sonata IntroVerse 1Prechorus/The Middle

EightChorusVerse 2 PrechorusChorusBridge-ChorusOutro/Coda

Determine basic choral structure and play around with it.

Repetitive chordal movements Altering voicing

Start with simple patterns and determine how other patterns can be added to these.

Rhythmic patterns

Melodic patterns

Hooks

Working with others is key

Find a balance between External and Internal ideas

• Borrow whenever possible• Establish parameters from known sources• Risk being creative and playful• Don’t be afraid of improvisation• The final performance is ALWAYS temporary

AND REMEMBER…

Engage Collaboratively

Get the basics covered

Be clear and mindful in your language

Keep it simple

SOURCES:

Making Arrangements â A Rough Guide To Song Construction & ��Arrangement, Part 1. (1997, October). Making Arrangements â A Rough ��Guide To Song Construction & Arrangement, Part 1. Retrieved from http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/1997_articles/oct97/arranging1.html

Treweek, J. (2011, May 12). Music Arrangements For Cruise Ships. Royalty Free Music Stock Music Arranging. Retrieved from http://www.smartassmusic.com/blog/2011/12/music-arrangements-for-cruise-ships/

YouTube [Video]. (2012, December 02). Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=If5MF4wm1T8