To narrow down my project, I have set the definition of classical music in my project.
Focus on the functions of classical music and also help my target audiences to engaging this in their daily life – the stage for now
The definition of classical music:
Wiki：
Classical music generally refers to the formal musical tradition of the Western world, considered to be distinct from Western folk music or popular music traditions. It is sometimes distinguished as Western classical music, as the term “classical music” also refers to non-Western traditions which exhibit similar formal qualities. In addition to formality, classical music is often characterised by complexity in its musical form and harmonic organisation,particularly with the use of polyphony.[2] Since at least the 9th century it has been primarily a written tradition,spawning a sophisticated notational system, as well as accompanying literature in analytical, critical, historiographical, musicological and philosophical practices. A foundational component of Western Culture, classical music is frequently seen from the perspective of individual or groups of composers, whose compositions, personalities and beliefs have fundamentally shaped its history.
The traditional definition of classical music:
- Music written in the European tradition during a period lasting approximately from 1750 to 1830
- There is a requirement for a fixed tune/format
- With certain instruments(piano/violin)
The definition of classical music in my project:
- With features of classical music (the melody/ the format: musical/opera/orchestra/ the instruments: piano/violin)
- Without the limitation of instruments and composed duration
Had the first tutorial on unit 3, and it helped me to reconsidering my project, and also reduced my anxious with limited productive work. I was suggested to step back to detailing my subject and finalising my audience and purpose, the whole weighting process combined with intervention I have done, helped me get out of the confusion zone step by step.
Resource from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Classical_music