A little about my writing style:
I've had a hard time explaining why I compose a piece and what my method is for composing. Lacking quite a bit of knowledge in the music theory department, my struggles are also my pet peeves. I have at least the basic knowledge of theory, however I would like to remain composing with no method or any reasoning except for the simple reason of how I felt during the composition.
Take for instance, Melody #3. This piece started off with the frustration of my day. As I dove deeper into the piece I began to loosen up a little which is brought out after the 16th and 32nd note fiasco in measures 18-20. You'll notice a slower pace at first which then starts to build until the majestic ending. In my eyes, this helps simulate my brain doing sort of a reboot from all of the stress. I noticed that once I had finished notating the piece, my mind was at total peace with the rest of the composition as far as dynamics are concerned.
I hope everyone enjoys this melody and I would greatly appreciate any comments or critiques on the piece, or any of the other pieces that have been composed so far.
Also, I would like to pose this question. Should a composer feel the need to have a method or reason to why they compose?
-Wesley M. McComb
Very relaxing! To answer your question, I don't think a composer needs to have a reason why they compose or have a method behind their art. So much of what they do is an organic, internal process which can be very difficult to put into words. But is it a bad thing if they do have a structured method or reason? Not at all!
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