1. Initial thoughts & first steps

Question 1

What are the first steps in establishing the main colour and character of a line? [OTL 1]

Answer 1

• Mark up the line fully

- Define the metaphor

Question 2

What are the 5 steps of marking up your melody? [OTL 1]

Answer 2

1. Tempo
2. Dynamics
3. Phrasing (slurs, staccatos, legato etc)
4. Accents, hairpins
5. Length of notes, rests

Question 3

How do you identify the metaphor? [OTL 1]

Answer 3

Describe the character of your melody in a few words.