The purpose of my Genius Hour Project was to dive further into the concept of making music and learn more about the process of music production.
When I began my project, it was hard to decide where to start. When writing music, it is hard for me to think of ideas right off the top of my head. I became confused and lost very often in the beginning. Sometimes I even found myself with more ideas than I knew what to do with. I could never decide exactly what I wanted to do. But, after a few weeks of work, I had it all figured out. The music I wanted to make, how I was going to share it, even when I was going to do it all.
After the first few weeks of brainstorming, the real work began. I began to use mixing software on my computer to edit songs, and even compose songs on another program that I have. It all seemed to get easier as I progressed, as each accomplishment gave me the knowledge to easily complete my next task. As I continued composing my song, the rest of it seemed to reveal itself. Music is like a language and while listening to a language you are fluent in, you are able to predict what words are coming next. The same thing happened while composing my piece.
As my project was near completion, my progress slowed down. I began to question myself way more than I should have. As I composed my piece, I didn’t know how to make it interesting or unique. I always want to make my music memorable, but I wasn’t sure how to do that. The composition was on a standstill for a while, but I eventually sorted things out. With a few tweeks to the score and a little more measures of music, I completed my project.
From the start, I knew exactly how I was going to share my newly found knowledge. Since I am in the band and chorus, I decided to share my experience with the younger kids to get them even more interested in music. I spoke with many students ranging from sixth grade to eighth grade about how music is made and what steps you should take to become a better musician. And in chorus, I did the same thing, but we also got a concert together for them during my sixth hour and performed for them.
I hope that in the end of all this, the kids I spoke to are able to see how amazing music can really be. I wanted to show them that music is interesting, artistic, and fun. When I performed for the younger kids, I wanted to leave an impression on them. To hopefully create new, future musicians. Sharing my knowledge and experience with the younger kids has been loads of fun and I can’t wait to see what the future holds. No matter what the kids choose to do, I just hope that my shared experience with them keeps music in their hearts forever.
The goal of my project at first was to record and share an original song. Unfortunately, that idea was quickly scrapped since I didn’t have the money for all the equipment that was necessary for recording and mixing. If I was able to go back in time to do this project again, I would have started composing a score right away, rather than spending days of research time only to find out that I can’t afford it. I feel like my composition would have been more polished if I had that extra time. After my big break in the middle of the project, I noticed that it wasn’t as polished as I first envisioned.
Another thing would have done differently (or in this case, not have done), is doubt myself so much. As an artist, it’s natural to question some pieces of work, even if those pieces are your own. But it isn’t always healthy for your project if you continuously second guess yourself. This is another time issue that I ran into. During my long break, I could have spent even some of that time revising or polishing some of my work, instead of leaving it alone. I just think that I shouldn’t have been so scared to share my work.
Overall, I feel like my project was a success. Even though it didn’t turn out exactly how I wanted it to, I still learned a lot of new things about music and how it is made. The music score was complete and I am satisfied with it, which is what really counts in my opinion. In the end, it’s all about weather or not I am proud of my work and it’s safe to say that I am.
I also believe that sharing my knowledge was a success as well. I feel like I have made an impact on any kids in the school and hopefully inspire them to become better musicians. When I presented my information, I told them everything about my experience and was even asked a few questions. This just tells me that they are interested! I am very proud of myself and can’t wait to continue works like this in college.
When I began my project, it was hard to decide where to start. When writing music, it is hard for me to think of ideas right off the top of my head. I became confused and lost very often in the beginning. Sometimes I even found myself with more ideas than I knew what to do with. I could never decide exactly what I wanted to do. But, after a few weeks of work, I had it all figured out. The music I wanted to make, how I was going to share it, even when I was going to do it all.
After the first few weeks of brainstorming, the real work began. I began to use mixing software on my computer to edit songs, and even compose songs on another program that I have. It all seemed to get easier as I progressed, as each accomplishment gave me the knowledge to easily complete my next task. As I continued composing my song, the rest of it seemed to reveal itself. Music is like a language and while listening to a language you are fluent in, you are able to predict what words are coming next. The same thing happened while composing my piece.
As my project was near completion, my progress slowed down. I began to question myself way more than I should have. As I composed my piece, I didn’t know how to make it interesting or unique. I always want to make my music memorable, but I wasn’t sure how to do that. The composition was on a standstill for a while, but I eventually sorted things out. With a few tweeks to the score and a little more measures of music, I completed my project.
From the start, I knew exactly how I was going to share my newly found knowledge. Since I am in the band and chorus, I decided to share my experience with the younger kids to get them even more interested in music. I spoke with many students ranging from sixth grade to eighth grade about how music is made and what steps you should take to become a better musician. And in chorus, I did the same thing, but we also got a concert together for them during my sixth hour and performed for them.
I hope that in the end of all this, the kids I spoke to are able to see how amazing music can really be. I wanted to show them that music is interesting, artistic, and fun. When I performed for the younger kids, I wanted to leave an impression on them. To hopefully create new, future musicians. Sharing my knowledge and experience with the younger kids has been loads of fun and I can’t wait to see what the future holds. No matter what the kids choose to do, I just hope that my shared experience with them keeps music in their hearts forever.
The goal of my project at first was to record and share an original song. Unfortunately, that idea was quickly scrapped since I didn’t have the money for all the equipment that was necessary for recording and mixing. If I was able to go back in time to do this project again, I would have started composing a score right away, rather than spending days of research time only to find out that I can’t afford it. I feel like my composition would have been more polished if I had that extra time. After my big break in the middle of the project, I noticed that it wasn’t as polished as I first envisioned.
Another thing would have done differently (or in this case, not have done), is doubt myself so much. As an artist, it’s natural to question some pieces of work, even if those pieces are your own. But it isn’t always healthy for your project if you continuously second guess yourself. This is another time issue that I ran into. During my long break, I could have spent even some of that time revising or polishing some of my work, instead of leaving it alone. I just think that I shouldn’t have been so scared to share my work.
Overall, I feel like my project was a success. Even though it didn’t turn out exactly how I wanted it to, I still learned a lot of new things about music and how it is made. The music score was complete and I am satisfied with it, which is what really counts in my opinion. In the end, it’s all about weather or not I am proud of my work and it’s safe to say that I am.
I also believe that sharing my knowledge was a success as well. I feel like I have made an impact on any kids in the school and hopefully inspire them to become better musicians. When I presented my information, I told them everything about my experience and was even asked a few questions. This just tells me that they are interested! I am very proud of myself and can’t wait to continue works like this in college.