You will interview local musicians and music educators, gathering insights into their experiences with music theory and composition to understand diverse perspectives and identify challenges faced in the music industry.

You will synthesize your research from the empathize phase into a clear problem statement that guides your music theory exploration, collaborating with community partners to refine and define your focus, then prepare to articulate your goals and proposed solutions through reflective discussions and peer feedback sessions.

You will brainstorm a range of musical composition ideas, experimenting with different melodies and harmonies, while collaborating and exchanging constructive feedback with peers and community partners to refine your concepts.

You will create preliminary compositions and arrangements on the new instrument, solicit feedback from community music partners, refine your musical prototypes, and engage in iterative practice sessions to enhance your compositions before sharing them in an exhibition.

You will present your composed melody or musical piece to an audience, including community partners and stakeholders, showcasing your growth in music theory and instrumental skills while receiving constructive feedback to validate your creative solutions.