"Music Is Built From Patterns That Change"
Academy of St.Martin in the Fields
About The Organization
"Formed by Sir Neville Marriner in 1958 from a group of leading London musicians, the Academy gave its first performance in its namesake church in November 1959. Through its live performances and vast recording output – highlights of which include the 1969 best-seller Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and the soundtrack to 1985’s Oscar-winning film Amadeus – the orchestra quickly gained an enviable international reputation for its distinctive, polished and refined sound.
Today we are led artistically by our Music Director, virtuoso violinist Joshua Bell, retaining the collegiate spirit and flexibility of the original small, conductor-less ensemble which has become an Academy hallmark. Each year we work with some of the most talented soloists and directors in the classical music scene, performing symphonic repertoire and ‘chamber music on a grand scale’ at prestigious venues throughout the world, whilst expanding the Academy’s celebrated recording catalogue."-ASMF
The Performers
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Rhythm
In music there are many different ways that we can showcase patterns...
An Ostinato is a pattern that repeats!
A small musical idea that repeats
Ostinato
Motif
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The performers have prepared two pieces of music to showcase unique patterns of music! Click the composer that you would like to explore first!
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Purcell- Chaconne
A chaconne is a type of music built on a repeating pattern called an ostinato. As you listen, notice how one short musical idea keeps coming back again and again in the bass line.Even though that pattern repeats, the music above it changes — growing more dramatic, elegant, and expressive each time. This repeating foundation gives the piece a steady, almost magical feeling, while the upper melodies add variety and excitement. Listen closely and see if you can recognize when the pattern returns and how the music transforms around it.
Return
Mozart “Hunt” Quartet
You’ll hear the first movement of the “Hunt” Quartet by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, officially titled String Quartet No. 17 in B-flat major, K. 458. This quartet earned the nickname “Hunt” because its lively rhythms and bright melodies sound a bit like a hunting call echoing through the countryside. As you listen, notice the energetic, galloping feel in the opening theme and how the four instruments—two violins, viola, and cello—take turns leading and supporting one another. Even though there are only four players, Mozart creates a full, exciting sound by weaving their musical ideas together. Listen for moments when the music feels bold and triumphant, and others when it becomes softer and more playful.
Return
Melody and Harmony
In Music,Harmony and melody have patterns when notes repeat or move in predictable ways, creating feelings of stability, tension, and motion that shape the character of the music.
The performers have prepared three pieces of music to showcase unique patterns of music! Click the composer that you would like to explore first!
Go to Activities
Haydn – “Lark” Quartet
In Haydn’s String Quartet in D major, Op. 64 No. 5, the music sounds like a bird soaring through the sky. The first violin often plays the main melody, rising and falling like a lark in flight, while the other instruments create harmony by playing along with it, sometimes echoing or supporting the melody. As the patterns in the music change, it feels like the bird is flying higher, swooping around, or joining a flock. This shows how melody and harmony can work together to make music feel alive, moving, and full of life.
Return
Britten – Simple Symphony
In Benjamin Britten’s Simple Symphony, Op. 4, the music is built from simple, easy-to-recognize ideas that repeat and change in fun ways. Britten uses big contrasts in dynamics (loud and soft), texture (how many instruments are playing or how they are layered), and mood (happy, playful, or serious). These bold changes create patterns that keep the music exciting and surprising, helping you hear how composers can make even simple melodies feel full of energy and personality.
Return
Haydn – op. 33 no. 1
In the finale of Haydn’s String Quartet Op. 33 No. 1, you’ll hear fast musical ideas that keep coming back, like little patterns racing along. Haydn adds sudden shifts in rhythm, melody, and harmony that surprise your ears, making the music playful and full of energy. These repeating ideas with unexpected twists show how patterns in music can be fun and tricky, keeping listeners on their toes!
Return
Now that you’ve learned about different patterns in music, why not try creating your own?
MusicQuest helps you explore patterns in music by letting you build and arrange repeating rhythms and melodies in your own composition.As you experiment with different sounds and sequences, you’ll hear how patterns create structure, balance, and excitement in music.
In your Quaver Music curriculum, you will be able to explore creating patterns using QGroove and QComposer.Try it yourself!
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"Music Is Built From Patterns That Change"
Academy of St.Martin in the Fields
About The Organization
"Formed by Sir Neville Marriner in 1958 from a group of leading London musicians, the Academy gave its first performance in its namesake church in November 1959. Through its live performances and vast recording output – highlights of which include the 1969 best-seller Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and the soundtrack to 1985’s Oscar-winning film Amadeus – the orchestra quickly gained an enviable international reputation for its distinctive, polished and refined sound. Today we are led artistically by our Music Director, virtuoso violinist Joshua Bell, retaining the collegiate spirit and flexibility of the original small, conductor-less ensemble which has become an Academy hallmark. Each year we work with some of the most talented soloists and directors in the classical music scene, performing symphonic repertoire and ‘chamber music on a grand scale’ at prestigious venues throughout the world, whilst expanding the Academy’s celebrated recording catalogue."-ASMF
The Performers
Info
Rhythm
In music there are many different ways that we can showcase patterns...
An Ostinato is a pattern that repeats!
A small musical idea that repeats
Ostinato
Motif
Title
Title
Use this side to give more information about a topic.
Use this side to give more information about a topic.
Subtitle
Subtitle
The performers have prepared two pieces of music to showcase unique patterns of music! Click the composer that you would like to explore first!
Go to Next
Purcell- Chaconne
A chaconne is a type of music built on a repeating pattern called an ostinato. As you listen, notice how one short musical idea keeps coming back again and again in the bass line.Even though that pattern repeats, the music above it changes — growing more dramatic, elegant, and expressive each time. This repeating foundation gives the piece a steady, almost magical feeling, while the upper melodies add variety and excitement. Listen closely and see if you can recognize when the pattern returns and how the music transforms around it.
Return
Mozart “Hunt” Quartet
You’ll hear the first movement of the “Hunt” Quartet by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, officially titled String Quartet No. 17 in B-flat major, K. 458. This quartet earned the nickname “Hunt” because its lively rhythms and bright melodies sound a bit like a hunting call echoing through the countryside. As you listen, notice the energetic, galloping feel in the opening theme and how the four instruments—two violins, viola, and cello—take turns leading and supporting one another. Even though there are only four players, Mozart creates a full, exciting sound by weaving their musical ideas together. Listen for moments when the music feels bold and triumphant, and others when it becomes softer and more playful.
Return
Melody and Harmony
In Music,Harmony and melody have patterns when notes repeat or move in predictable ways, creating feelings of stability, tension, and motion that shape the character of the music.
The performers have prepared three pieces of music to showcase unique patterns of music! Click the composer that you would like to explore first!
Go to Activities
Haydn – “Lark” Quartet
In Haydn’s String Quartet in D major, Op. 64 No. 5, the music sounds like a bird soaring through the sky. The first violin often plays the main melody, rising and falling like a lark in flight, while the other instruments create harmony by playing along with it, sometimes echoing or supporting the melody. As the patterns in the music change, it feels like the bird is flying higher, swooping around, or joining a flock. This shows how melody and harmony can work together to make music feel alive, moving, and full of life.
Return
Britten – Simple Symphony
In Benjamin Britten’s Simple Symphony, Op. 4, the music is built from simple, easy-to-recognize ideas that repeat and change in fun ways. Britten uses big contrasts in dynamics (loud and soft), texture (how many instruments are playing or how they are layered), and mood (happy, playful, or serious). These bold changes create patterns that keep the music exciting and surprising, helping you hear how composers can make even simple melodies feel full of energy and personality.
Return
Haydn – op. 33 no. 1
In the finale of Haydn’s String Quartet Op. 33 No. 1, you’ll hear fast musical ideas that keep coming back, like little patterns racing along. Haydn adds sudden shifts in rhythm, melody, and harmony that surprise your ears, making the music playful and full of energy. These repeating ideas with unexpected twists show how patterns in music can be fun and tricky, keeping listeners on their toes!
Return
Now that you’ve learned about different patterns in music, why not try creating your own?
MusicQuest helps you explore patterns in music by letting you build and arrange repeating rhythms and melodies in your own composition.As you experiment with different sounds and sequences, you’ll hear how patterns create structure, balance, and excitement in music.
In your Quaver Music curriculum, you will be able to explore creating patterns using QGroove and QComposer.Try it yourself!
Info