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https://soundcloud.com/user-108834131/my-brotherHaving had the pleasure in co opting and corresponded with the most helpful and hardworking people that you could wish to meet in the music world, Rob and Anne-Marie from (RnAM) and witnessing their mastery in using BiaB, I was encouraged to go through the learning curve of one day posting my songs to the forum, despite my simplistic ability with the program. So where to start I thought, well just like everyone, there had to be a ‘first with BiaB, and this was mine. No ‘Real tracks “ ? Not a clue at the time, no instrument volume balance, just pure Midi, trying to get a solo guitar strumm effect. Am I not shy to post such a ‘raw’ performance, No, would I change it, add Real Tracks, No, even if offered a 20 piece orchestra as a backing I would not for now want to do so. You see it is what it is… for me it was the day that PG music gave me, a non instrument playing songwriter, the freedom to become my own ‘session man, to express myself, linking my words with “my music”, and giving me the ability to express while reminiscing and softly singing it, my feelings, just a little tribute to the passing of a very brave, and much loved older brother. Green.sty Green –Gentle 4/4 New Age folk New age folk –Piano style with 5 insts: At A simple 4/4 LH Piano At B add fretless Bass synth strings ,acoustic guitar.T =70-130 ( M-Fretless Elec.Bass M-Ac piano M-NylonGuitar, M-Synth) in C at 142 Bpm
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Hi Paddy,
Welcome to the forum and congratulations on your first post.
What a wonderful song and such a beautiful tribute to your brother. I found the lyrics very engaging and emotionally very involving.
A thoroughly enjoyable listen.
All the best,
Noel
MY SONGS...Audiophile BIAB 2024
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This tribute is a wonderful entry to the board.
We enjoyed the listen and hope to hear many
more.
J&B
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Paddy
A great song, but moreover a sensational dedication. Your lyrics are very beautiful.
Very nice to listen to, and a fantastic overall song.
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Paddy,
Good to see you here.
A good first post. Your vocal is strong, well recorded. A nice tribute. A good listen.
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Hi Paddy,
welcome to the forum!
A nice first post.
Beautiful tribute.
I enjoyed listening.
Guenter
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Noel,
What a kindly worded welcome you gave me, calming me, an obviously nervous Newbie’s first post.
Australia BIG country, BIG hearts
Thank you, Paddy
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Welcome to the Forum, Paddy.
Writing, performing, and recording a song, then putting it on the Internet so that the whole world can hear and critique it, can be daunting even for those with experience. Your love for your brother, coupled with your desire to tell the story has been a powerful motivator, and that my friend is how songwriting is born.
We're simply storytellers. Good job.
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Hi Paddy!
Welcome to the forum! When Rob and Anne-Marie mentioned that you also used BIAB, I hoped that you would join our little group of friends and BIAB enthusiasts! And now you have!
I agree with what others have said about the engaging and sentimental quality of your lyrics in this song. I think it is risky trying to write words that stir the soul because in so many cases it comes across as a disingenuous attempt to manipulate the listener's emotions... but to my ears, your lyrics came across with sincerity and straight-forward expression of the singer's thoughts and reasoning. They communicate your message very well.
I also really liked your introduction! I found it to be unpretentious and full of evidence that it was spoken by a real person who brings real intellect and talent to the forum! I look forward to hearing more from you!
And with regards to your preference for MIDI: It's one of BIAB's strengths! PGMusic blazed new trails with their MIDI styles, and in my opinion, there's still no other music software company that implements MIDI the way they have! Its almost a shame that people have abandoned their MIDI tracks in order to use RT exclusively... especially with good synths, the MIDI is just PRICELESS! And I think you have used it well in this composition!
Your song is quite beautiful and very moving!
Anyway... welcome to the forum! Thanks to Rob & Anne-Marie for helping to get you here!
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Welcome to this great forum and the fantastic world of BiaB, Paddy... This was really a super good introduction of ur self... Really enjoyed the simplicity and ur beautiful voice...
Forever Grateful, BUT, sometimes pissed of.  Trygve "Leo" Larsen BiaB 2020, Windows 8.1, Intel Core i5 CPU, 270GHz, 32 Gb RAM My OLD tracks on Soundcloud; https://soundcloud.com/trygve-larsen My NEW is unpublished The Universe = Uni-verse ie one song.
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Paddy... long time since we last spoke.
What a huge, huge improvement in your music. PG was the thing you needed to get those musical ideas out and it's working for you.
This is a really good song. Nicely done too. Your voice started off a bit rough.... but as you got into the song, things quickly fell nicely into place. Kinda like you were a bit nervous as you started but then you relaxed and really nailed the performance.
There's all sorts of gems in this program.... can't wait to hear what you do as you discover some of them.
I'm impressed my friend. Nicely done.
You can find my music at: www.herbhartley.comAdd nothing that adds nothing to the music. You can make excuses or you can make progress but not both. The magic you are looking for is in the work you are avoiding.
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Welcome Paddy!! This is really beautifully done. There is a great honesty and truthfulness that comes through. Your vocal is so natural and appealing. Beautiful tribute!! Out of curiosity, what kind of mic/preamp/audio interface are you using? Vocal is really well recorded and mixed. Post again soon! Take care. Greg
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Beautifully done Paddy!
We like the chord progression especially on the choruses.
Good lyrics, and considering the fact that this is only MIDI makes it even more impressive for a first post.
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The word ‘welcome’ has a rainbow edge to it when it comes from sincere people who are welcoming you into a fraternity that represents everything I so love, and that gives so much meaning to life, that is music and songwriting
Thank you, Pat Marr Carolyne Boehm Floyd Jane Video Track Janice & Bud Trygve Larsen Guitarhacker Greg Johnson Rob & Anne-Marie
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The word ‘welcome’ has a rainbow edge to it when it comes from sincere people who are welcoming you into a fraternity that represents everything I so love, and that gives so much meaning to life, that is music and songwriting
Thank you, Pat Marr Carolyne Boehm Floyd Jane Video Track Janice & Bud Trygve Larsen Guitarhacker Greg Johnson Rob & Anne-Marie
Paddy
I like your gentle spirit, Paddy! I'm glad you joined the group, and I predict you'll be a well liked and respected member here! And you're right that the common denominator here is a love for music ... that really does add value to life! Very profound words, with which I whole heartedly agree!
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Hello,
very melodic song.
Nice work.
Sergio
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