Hi,

I've figured out through the years that the only time I ever compose new music is when I'm feeling quite depressed about something. For example, when I was still living in the states and counting down the days until I left to be with my husband in England, I composed one song after another, with seemingly little effort.

Most other times when I sit down with the purpose of composing, it just ends up being an exercise in futility. Frustrating!

I think for me, creating new music is a tool I use to express my deepest emotions, and I guess I only need it when I'm feeling particularly down.

Anyone else find this? What sparks your creativity?

Carrie