Music Tech 2 091416

In class today –

We covered several additional topics regarding Mixcraft basics –

1. How to add new tracks for use.
2. How to place markers on the timeline.
3. How to rename tracks.
4. Use of the Snap To function.

We went to the project files subpage of our website – we discussed how to use the zip files for projects, as well as the demo mp3s posted.

Students were introduced to their first project – AABA Rock

A discussion on ternary form in both rock music and classical music was discussed.

1.   First A is the first musical idea – a verse
2.   Second A is a repeat of the musical idea – a second verse – different words but the same melody.
3.   The B section is a new musical idea – a chorus or bridge.
4.   The last A is a return to the original musical idea – another verse.

In classical music –

1.   The first A is called the exposition
2.   The second A is a repeat (slight variation possible) of the exposition
3.   The B section is called the development.
4.   The last A section is called the recapitulation.