BethWagner
New member
I wasn't sure if I should post this question here, or if the composer's lounge would be a better place. Here goes.
I have always wanted to compose music--primarily for the organ, but also choral music. I recently heard of a competition (which will go unnamed) for choral pieces that have never been performed before. I've never composed anything "serious" before, but when I saw the rules/regulations for this competition, I instantly wanted to enter it. I started working out a piece with a text and so far have loved the results, but as I see more of the "stiffness" of the competition, I've begun to worry. What if I'm breaking major composition rules? (I know I am!) How do I know if my piece is even acceptable? It's not a major work (it can only be 3-5 minutes) and has traditional SATB voicing with organ. Have I bit off more than I can chew? Thanks so much in advance!
I have always wanted to compose music--primarily for the organ, but also choral music. I recently heard of a competition (which will go unnamed) for choral pieces that have never been performed before. I've never composed anything "serious" before, but when I saw the rules/regulations for this competition, I instantly wanted to enter it. I started working out a piece with a text and so far have loved the results, but as I see more of the "stiffness" of the competition, I've begun to worry. What if I'm breaking major composition rules? (I know I am!) How do I know if my piece is even acceptable? It's not a major work (it can only be 3-5 minutes) and has traditional SATB voicing with organ. Have I bit off more than I can chew? Thanks so much in advance!