24 Preludes

[xpjamiexd]

So I am aiming to write 24 Preludes following the circle of fifths I have currently written:

C Major
A Minor
G Major
D-flat Major
B-flat Minor

I was wondering if anyone had any advice on how not to end writing dull and "samey" pieces. Also any tips for writing pieces such as F-Sharp Major etc.

[ryanyee]

well that depends on the period-style of your current composition. are u doing a 20th century or a baroque composition?

[xpjamiexd]

well that depends on the period-style of your current composition. are u doing a 20th century or a baroque composition?

Well normally I write in a Romantic/20th Cebtury Style

[quantum]

Try to go for contrast between the pieces.  Sometimes I like to think of characters, scenarios, images, etc. when I play miniature improv sets.  Do you feel a link between key and colour? You may wish to use that as well. 

Try improvising in a certain key if you are at a loss of ideas.  Certain things may poke out as being unique or easier to play.  Use the keyboard topography, as inspiration.

[xpjamiexd]

Try to go for contrast between the pieces.  Sometimes I like to think of characters, scenarios, images, etc. when I play miniature improv sets.  Do you feel a link between key and colour? You may wish to use that as well. 

Try improvising in a certain key if you are at a loss of ideas.  Certain things may poke out as being unique or easier to play.  Use the keyboard topography, as inspiration.

Thanks, and yes I link keys to colours (D-falt to blue B-flat to brown etc.)