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The
project
brief
Throughout this project you will develop your skills as a songwriter. You will research techniques
used to compose, and apply them to your own creations. You will work with other musicians and
perform and record your work.
Scenario
A music publishing company with in-house songwriters are looking for new talent. They require
you to submit a portfolio of songs, and a completed show-reel. You will also need to provide a
video of your material being performed by live musicians.
Learning Outcomes
LO 1
LO 2
LO 3
Be able to use
advanced techniques in
relation to the setting of
song lyrics
Understand advanced
techniques in relation to
the use of melody,
harmony and
instrumentation
Be able to develop
song-writing skills
through workshop and
rehearsal techniques
Be able to compile a
show-reel of original
compositions.
LO 4
Learner declaration
I certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own and research sources are fully
acknowledged.
Student signature:
Date:
Indicative
Characteristic/s
Effective judgements
have been made.
Contextualisation
D2
Take responsibility for
managing and organising
activities
D3
Demonstrate convergent /
lateral / creative thinking
Indicative
Characteristic/s
Self-criticism of approach
has taken place and
realistic improvements
have been proposed
against defined
characteristics for
success.
Autonomy/independence
has been demonstrated
and the importance of
interdependence has
been recognized and
achieved.
Innovation and creative
thought have been
applied
Contextualisation
It is expected that the songwriting process allows
for a certain amount of trial and error. You must
justify what works and what doesnt work within the
workshop environment.
ASSIGNMENT BRIEF
BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) MUSIC
Assignment title/reference: T3.3 Songwriters Portfolio
Unit: 48 Songwriting Techniques and Skills
Assessor: David MacKinnon
The
project
brief
Throughout this project you will develop your skills as a songwriter. You will research techniques
used to compose, and apply them to your own creations. You will work with other musicians and
perform and record your work.
Scenario
A music publishing company with in-house songwriters are looking for new talent. They require
you to submit a portfolio of songs, and a completed show-reel. You will also need to provide a
video of your material being performed by live musicians.
Task 1
2.1, 2.2
TASKS
Analyse Songwriting Tools
EVIDENCE
Log.
Prepare for your portfolio by analysing the harmonic structure of a variety of original
songs or compositions, and illustrating control of melody, harmony and
instrumentation by producing a portfolio of songs or compositions in a variety of
styles.
Task 2
3.1,
3.2, 3.3
Workshops
Task 3
1.1, 1.2
Portfolio
Produce a portfolio of songs using original and/or devised lyrics in varying styles
and illustrate disciplined control of form and structure in a varied portfolio of songs.
Task 4
4.1, 4.2
Performance
Present original material to a variety of audiences, and make a targeted show-reel
publicity package with due regard to copyright and other professional implications.
Video of
workshops,
log.
Audio
recordings
Video
I.V:
Learner:
Date Submitted:
Criteria
1.1
1.2
2.1
2.2
3.1
3.2
3.3
4.1
4.2
Merit
Grade Descriptor
M1
Identify and apply
strategies to find
appropriate solutions
M2
Select / design and apply
appropriate methods and
techniques
M3
Present and
communicate appropriate
findings
Achieved (tick)
Distinction
Achieved (tick)
Grade Descriptor
D1
Use critical reflection to
evaluate own work and
justify valid conclusions
D2
Take responsibility for
managing and organizing
activities
D3
Demonstrate convergent
/ lateral / creative thinking
Achieved (tick)
Action Plan
Summative feedback
Assessor Signature
Date
Student Signature
Date