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Lesson 5 of 84 ยท Composition

Writing Lyrics and Melody

Learn about writing lyrics and melody: compose in a pentatonic scale

What You'll Learn

Film scoring matches music to visual action. Fast, tense music for chases; slow, warm music for emotional moments.

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Compose in a pentatonic scale

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Layer an ostinato pattern as accompaniment

Check Your Understanding

Question 1 of 3

What does 'da capo' (D.C.) mean?

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