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Writing for the instrument

A melody written for a named instrument has to suit it: its clef and range, its breathing or bowing, the directions a player reads, and, when words are set, the way the words are spoken.

Start: Writing for the instrumentAbout 12 min

Lessons

  1. Writing for the instrument
  2. Performance directions
  3. Setting words

Practise and test

Covers the ABRSM syllabus. ABRSM is a trade mark of its owner; Brainlag is independent and is not affiliated with or endorsed by ABRSM. Every example and question is original. Results are Brainlag estimates, not exam results.