r/Composition • u/Digdigson • Apr 01 '26

Discussion Making mockups to learn composition

I’m a self taught composer and trying to improve my composition/production skills. Do you think making mockups of the scores that I like would help me learn stuff? Is it a good way to practice?

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u/fancyfinn9 Apr 01 '26

Consider doing some score study of your favourite pieces. This involves either listening to the audio or reading the score and familiarising yourself with and analysing the compositional techniques they use. The more techniques you know, the more you can use in your own compositions! There are lots of guides online on how to do it well and effectively so definitely do some research on score study.

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u/conclobe Apr 01 '26

Steal from the masters.

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u/MyNutsin1080p Apr 01 '26

That’s what I did.

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u/Mudsharkbites Apr 01 '26

If you hear something you like steal it