Melody I
How to write a melody - Introduction
In this video we explore how to write a melody.
How to write a melody - Ableton Live
In this video, part of the Composing Method, we explore how to write a melody using Ableton Live.
Melody over a Drone (Major)
Melody over a Drone (Minor)
Melody over I vi (Major)
Melody over I V (Major)
Melody over I IV (Major)
Melody over i III (Minor)
Melody over i v (Minor)
Melody over i iv (Minor)
The art of rests
Listen to the melody played by the clarinet. You will notice that there are no rests. As a result, the melody is too busy and lacks a natural phrasing. Edit it by removing some of the notes and adding some rests.
