The aim of this bachelor thesis is to examine one’s inner ear as a composer, thus developing a deeper understanding of the melodic, harmonic and rhythmic ideas that lie within. Restricting the composing process by refraining from using any instrument, I have written five musical pieces entirely in my mind. After writing down the finished compositions as well as allowing myself to play them on the piano, I observed certain patterns regarding my capabilities and limitations within this method. I found it challenging not to be able to workshop ideas using the piano and having to formulate my vision straight from head to paper. While this method demands persistent concentration in order to actualize, the exploration of composing with my inner ear as a guide led me to discover that the inner idea world holds a great melodic and harmonic capacity. composition, inner hearing