Don't Lose Your Tunes

One of the biggest frustrations for a composer is having an amazing melody in your head, and then forgetting it by the time you get to a place where you can turn it into a song. I have experienced this on many occasions, but thankfully there are a few easy ways to combat this problem.

First of all, having a music notation app on your phone is a great idea. There are plenty of different apps you can find that allow you to put notes on a staff or make a quick recording. That way, if you think of a melody you can quick put it in the app for later. If you have an iPhone you might want to download GarageBand. It’s really simple to record ideas with GarageBand and come back for them later.

Another simple way to remember your tunes while you’re on the go is to record them with your phone. Most phones today have voice recording abilities, so if inspiration strikes, pull out your phone and record yourself humming or singing the idea. This method is one I have used often.

Lastly, there’s always the option of carrying around a small notepad or piece of paper. That way you can jot down ideas easily whenever they come to you. 

These are just a few of the tricks I use to avoid losing great melodies. If you have other methods that you use, please add them in the comments below!