Conclusion of Research

My research has been very beneficial as I have learnt about Textual Analysis, Genre, Target audiences and Background/Context of music magazines. I have completed 22 research tasks, by doing this I now know enough knowledge which can help in the process of making my magazine.

The background/context part of my research was very important as it enabled me to gain a large insight into the history of different genres. By researching different music genres, this helped me to decide which genre I wanted my magazine to be on. 

The next part of my research was Genre, this was very significant because I had to decide what genre I wanted my magazine to be on. I chose to do Pop, because I found it the most interesting genre and it was an advantage that I was already familiar with it. By completing this I was able to gain a further insight into the Pop genre which is beneficial when designing and making my magazine.

For my textual analysis I researched pop magazines. I looked at two different front covers, contents pages and double page spreads. My textual analysis was helpful because I now have a better understanding of what needs to be included in my magazine. For example on a front cover there is always a large image of a well known famous singer/band. 

My target audience research was beneficial because I am now aware of who my primary, secondary and tertiary audience are. I also know what to include in my magazine to satisfy the right audience, which means when it comes to making my magazine I will be more confident when designing it.