The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society

Musical Language

Alexandra Harwood

Reflecting on the musical language of her score, Alexandra highlights the development of key themes, particularly the three rising notes that form the heart of the ‘Guernsey’ theme and evolve to represent various emotive moments.

Alexandra dissects the structure of these main themes and how each theme is linked, skilfully layering motifs throughout the score.

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