Musical Expression: How do we as composers and performers use the tools of music in such a way to realize our creative endeavors and communicate them to others?

Author

• Max Vance, Seattle Pacific UniversityFollow

Date of Award

Spring 5-16-2026

Document Type

Honors Project

University Scholars Director

Joshua Tom

First Advisor/Committee Member

Dr. Sarah Bassingthwaighte

Second Advisor/Committee Member

Dr. Carlene Brown

Keywords

Music, Creation, Performance, Composition, Writing, Process, Arts, Artist, Community

Abstract

Why do we create things? This project delves into the deep, intentional processes of composition and cello performance. This paper discusses how the process is vital to the final outcome, outlines the necessary steps for composition and performance, and provides examples of work that has emerged from these processes.

Comments

A project submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements of the University Scholars Honors Program.

Recommended Citation

Vance, Max, "Musical Expression: How do we as composers and performers use the tools of music in such a way to realize our creative endeavors and communicate them to others?" (2026). Honors Projects. 264.
https://digitalcommons.spu.edu/honorsprojects/264

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