Complete the opening below to form a twelve-bar melody in ternary form for any single-line melodic instrument of your choice - NSC Music - Question 2 - 2021 - Paper 1

The tempo will be set to Moderato (around 108-120 bpm), which allows for a balanced pace, ensuring clarity in the melodic structure.

The melody will be structured in a ternary form, consisting of three sections (A, B, A) in 12 bars.

• Bars 1-4 (A section): Start with a simple ascending motif using notes C-D-E, followed by a descending passage back to C, establishing the main theme.
• Bars 5-8 (B section): Introduce a contrasting melody, using notes E-F-G and adding syncopation to create interest. This section should feature legato articulation for smoothness.
• Bars 9-12 (A section): Return to the original theme from bars 1-4 with slight variations in dynamics and articulations, such as adding staccatos on the repeated phrases to enhance expressiveness.

Dynamic markings such as mf (mezzo forte) for the A sections and p (piano) for the B section will guide the performer. Additionally, articulation marks should be added to specify staccato and legato, allowing for a clear interpretation of the intended expressive style.