Halloween is almost here, and it’s time to embrace your darker side. The latest MuseScore Challenge invites you to compose an original Villain Theme that captures the menace, mystery, and power of an unforgettable antagonist.
Whether your inspiration is cinematic, classical, or something entirely your own, this is your chance to channel pure musical wickedness.
Compose Your Own Villain Theme for the MuseScore Challenge
Create an original Villain Theme between 60 seconds and 2 minutes long using MuseScore Studio and the MuseSounds libraries only. The goal is simple: make it dark, memorable, and unmistakably yours.
Submissions close on October 31, 2025, at midnight.
The Top 3 composers will receive a 1-year MuseScore Pro+ subscription, which includes access to Hal Leonard Songbooks. The Grand Prize Winner will also be featured on MuseScore’s blog and social channels.
Enter the MuseScore Challenge in Four Easy Steps
- Publish your score on MuseScore.com
- In the description, share your inspiration and explain what your music represents
- Post a video of your piece on Instagram
- Send @musescore a direct message with links to both your MuseScore.com score and your Instagram post to verify your entry
The Clock Is Ticking
Time is short, and the clock strikes midnight on October 31, 2025.
So summon your inner composer, let your imagination run dark, and create something truly sinister.
May your scores strike just the right note of darkness.
