Music Extension – 2002 HSC Examination

Composition Elective

Band E3/4
Annotation Sample 1

Title: Arcane

An original work showing stylistic understanding in the writing for bass guitar and the interplay between the instruments. The harmonic choices and textural changes show a sophisticated understanding of the concepts of music although there is some overworking of the 9th and octave in the bass. There are some unrealistic dynamic markings such as the crescendo on sustained notes in bars 37-38. Overall, the atmosphere and style are well captured.