Developing A Theme

hey YC! :D

I'm quite new here. So i have studied the classical piano for a few years and now i am interested in composing.

i have been trying to compose for a while, but every time i have a nice theme for my composition, it seems the inspiration just stops there. i dont know how, and what to continue.

nothing seems quite right and "original".

i wonder if there is a proper technique of developing a theme. or perhaps is there any workflow i must follow to get my composition finished.

Thank you! ;D

Well, there's no such thing as a "proper technique" when it comes to composing. Different things work for different people. For instance, I have just started working on a new piece, but instead of going straight to Finale, I tried handwriting the theme along with a few chord changes. I've never handwritten anything of substance before, and it's doing wonders for my inspiration! Also, try to give yourself enough time to allow the theme to develop in your head before you even touch the piano. I usually come up with a very simple theme in my head, and (if it's good enough) I'll just keep thinking about for at least a few days, if not weeks. This process allows me to plan ahead and figure out where I want the theme to go. There are much more qualified people on here that could answer this question, but this is just my take on it. Oh, and welcome to YC!!!

thank you for sharing Ink and Phil :D

There is one thing that I will add to this: The key to developing is knowing what needs to be developed. For me, if I have an idea, I break it down into uniquely recognizable chunks. By developing those interesting and unique chunks, I can develop the whole idea.