Bradley University Compose the Semester

Compose a singable 12-measure folk song melody on the syllable “la”. Aim to incorporate elements that make a good folk melody including limited range, singable tempo and rhythms, limited pitches, consonant intervals, and repetition. For an added challenge, create lyrics for your melody.

Compose 16-measures for a non-pitched instrument in a simple meter.

Welcome to Compose the Semester with the Bradley University Composition Studio! Every day this semester we will post a short composing challenge for you, and you can upload your response in the comments. We hope these activities will inspire your compositional process, build good work habits, and lead into bigger pieces. Here's to a semester filled with exciting new music every day!