Starting to compose music can feel like you need to “know what you’re doing” before you actually begin.

But in reality, most composers don’t start with a perfect plan — they start with a sound, a feeling, or even just messing around until something sticks.

In this episode, I talk about what it actually looks like to begin composing from scratch, and why the hardest part is often just getting started at all.

Rather than thinking in big, finished ideas, this is about learning how to build small musical thoughts and let them grow over time. That shift — from waiting for inspiration to actively making music — is where composition really begins.

If you’re new to composing or feel stuck staring at a blank page, this episode is about removing that pressure and just getting something down.

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