The Challenge.
The Challenge:
This month, we’re inviting you to create a musical piece that features the most radical key change possible. Whether it’s a dramatic shift that takes your listeners by surprise or a seamless transition that elevates the emotional impact of your piece, we want to hear your creativity in action!
Guidelines:
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Compose a piece that includes at least one key change.
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The duration of your score can range from 10 seconds to longer, allowing you to explore the key change fully.
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Use any genre or style that inspires you.
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Create something that truly surprises its listeners.
Submission Details:
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Submit your composition by July 11, 2025.
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Include a brief description of how you approached the key change and its significance in your piece. (opt)
The top 3 most radical scores will receive a featured spot on our homepage and social media.
We can’t wait to hear your rad key changes!
Key Change Quick Tips.
Pivot Chords.
Use chords belonging to both keys for smooth transitions.
Common Tone.
Hold a single note while the harmony changes underneath for a surprising shift.
Chromaticism.
Add notes outside the scale to lead smoothly or dramatically into the new key.
Direct Jump.
Sometimes, a sudden, unprepared key change delivers powerful impact.
Emotional Why.
Always consider the feeling you want to evoke. Does this change uplift, surprise, or create tension?