Presenter(s): Derek White − Music Education
Faculty Mentor(s): Michael Grose, Eric Wiltshire
Oral Session 3C
Research Area: Performing Arts
Writing music is a complex process. A composer has to create melody, harmony, and rhythm to convey their artistic message. Many people think that once the notes of the song are written down, the music is finished. However, there is so much more to creating music. I will be speaking about the aspects of writing music that do not get mentioned as often: arranging and orchestration. I will discuss my creative process and how composers and arrangers utilize the science of sound to create meaningful aural experiences for their audience.