Link: https://www.bmi.com/news/entry/composing_for_orchestras_and_other_ensembles_part_1_getting_the_gig
Task: Think about all the musical instruments and the various ensembles you learned about. Continue to think about ensembles you have been aware of your whole life and be on the lookout for ensembles new to you.
Read this article from BMI about several successful composers and the ensembles for which they have written:
1. If you were (are) a composer, which ensemble motivates you to write new music? Start a discussion thread stating the ensemble you find interesting and give two or three examples why this ensemble interests you.
o Please be sure to write thoughtfully, support your ideas with examples, and check your spelling and punctuation. (This course satisfies part of your General Education writing requirements, so do your best and pay attention to detail, please.)
o You may include links with learning resources or musical examples.