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Hi, friends !:)) Anachronistic, yes, that is this tune that I am posting here. It depicts one special summer day I once experienced at my place (I used to live by the seaside on the outskirts of Helsinki) looking out over the bay where I stood I did see both sun, fog, rain and sun shining thru dark clouds starting to float away from the scenery. Where I stood I could see the Island with the name of "Västertokan" far away in the distance, I could see the fog rising slowly from the sea engulfing the islands ahead of me oh so slowly just to later dissipate in front of the blistering sun that came shining firstly thru those dark clouds. Well, this is not a song for the season, though somewhere on this globe they probably are experiencing summer instead of the winter that we can expect to come to us up here in Helsinki any day now ! I wanted to post this so you could experience the difference between the original recording (from my record- with the title "Blickar Ut Över Fjärden") and my recent version. I had to do this so you could get a grip of what I was singing about with my two friends back then. The violins you hear are played by the artistic conductor of the BBC orchestra, who knew my producer who had him come over for those violin parts. The guitar is me and the rest of the accompaniment is by some members from a dance band ! The links a) to the original version (in Swedish)from the record http://app.box.com/s/45el3r7r4igqgae9eqgw315uxoqaps7nb) to my recent version http://app.box.com/s/k2qk2zngd4bht7jeqgz90nslrfzc34jd Here is the translation from Swedish: LOOKIN OUT OVER THE BAY (Music and Words by Norman Wibe) Verse Yes I´m lookin´out over the bay I can see my Islands far far away in the distance there´s the tokan yeah my old beloved toka ( Referring to the Island of Västertokan ) just east by Southsouthwest Slowly daylight is closing down behind the islands there´s a fog risin´on it is rising from the sea now and it´s slowly yes so slowly surrounding all the isles Chorus And far out thru the thickenin´fog you´ll hear the boats and ships afar just slowing their speed and here and there a lonesome cry sounds so fumbling, almost trembling ”I am here, over here”!!!!! Verse After fog comes the rain so light drops are falling on the window, you might even see the boats a-bobbin´by the bayside on the leeside with anchors there a-way Bridge The sea is pricked there full of holes as thousands upon thousands of the raindrops hit their goals Verse Yes I stand by the seaside now in the heaven there´s a rainbow I know and against the dark horizon I can see the sun protruding thru clouds a-fleein´fast, yes so fast far away Cheers Dani
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Wow, the different versions! Such a difference between the two. You're right, it's not quite the right season for a song like this, but it's gotta be summer somewhere in the world like you mentioned!
I especially love these lyrics:
"Yes I stand by the seaside now
in the heaven there´s a rainbow I know
and against the dark horizon I can see the sun protruding
thru clouds a-fleein´fast, yes so fast
far away"
Cheers,
Ember
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Very nice Dani. I really liked both versions. I am leaning a bit more to the first version. Not sure if it was my speakers but there was more detail to the vocals and harmonies. But both versions excellent and such a beautiful lyric. Well done
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Hi Dani,
Both excellent!
I couldn't really say which I preferred, even after listening to them twice.
It's surprising just how different they are, but they're both excellent in their own way.
I'm so impressed by the way you can get the lyrics to work so well after the translation.
Your wonderful signature vocal shines through on both!
Cheers, ROG.
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enjoyed both listens
very nice pretty melodies
enjoyed,
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beautiful, but the second version needs some tweaking on the vocals if you could ?
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Really, really excellent, Dani.
The falsetto harmonies have given extra dimension to an already remarkable song.
Another fantastic delivery. Very pleasing.
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Wow, I really enjoyed both of these versions! The delivery here is fantastic, and you approach to the song really gave it a unique and personal touch. I love the peaceful quality of the song, and it was easy to just close my eyes and get lost to. Great work, and thanks for sharing 
Cheers,
Deryk
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Hi, Ember !:))
Yes, the versions are very
different but the scenery
is the same ! I hope I could
convey to you the extreme weather
condition that I experienced
that unforgettable summer afternoon
1992 that led me to write 16 songs
for my first record later that same year !:))
Ember, I want to thank you so much
for your most kind comments !:))
Cheers
Dani
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Hi, Scott !:))
You are right of course, there
is a lot of different instruments
in the original and I did
this second version just so you
could get the lyrics for better
understanding of what the song
was about ! Also, you can surely
hear how much my voice has deteri-
oriated since 1992, but I can´t
do much about it but compose songs
that are easier to sing, I guess ?
I am very glad for your most
kind words and really want to
thank you for them !
Cheers
Dani
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Dani,
Enjoyable listening. It was great hearing the original (in Swedish? how many languages do you speak??) - cool! The new version was nice, too...
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Dani,
The Swedish version has a really good professional arrangement- you must have had some vocalists of quality to make harmonies like that ( likely with little processing back then?).
The recent recording shows that you still have a beautiful voice and the falsetto harmonies add a new and delicate touch.
I enjoyed both!
Robert
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Hello, Dani
The both versions are great!
I have listened to the song in Swedish for the first time. Really nice.
The English version also has a different flavor.
The real orchestra of the Swedish version is wonderful.
Enjoyed my listen a lot.
Best regards.
Shigeki Adachi
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Hello Danim
Loved both versions but have a slight preference for the most recent version. Very pretty! Your music is always such a pleasure to listen to.
Wishing you the very best.
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Hi, ROG !:))
I feel most humbled
by your more than kind
words about this piece
and me and you know that
I do appreciate that
very much and want to
thank you for your kindness !
Cheers
Dani
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Hi, Kenny !:))
Very many thanks for
your most kind words !
Cheers
Dani
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Hi, Graham !:))
Thank you so much
for your most kind
comment and for reminding
me to try and tweak the
tune a little which is
what I also tried to do !
Cheers
Dani
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Dani
Nice contrast - both versions are very nice.
Be summer in Australia soon.
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Hi, Trevor !:))
I do feel humbled by
your more than kind
words regarding these
pieces ! I do want to
thank you so very much
for them !
Cheers
Dani
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Hi Dani, Yes, there's quite some differences between the two. Of course because the latest is in English, but also the music and vocals sound different. We don't know exactly which one we prefer. The first one sounds a bit more "traditional" the second sounding rather "modern". But this might be because of the different languages Rob and Anne-Marie
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Hi, Deryk !:))
I feel most humbled
by your more than kind
words regarding this tune
written back in 1992 !
I want to thank you so
much for them they really
warmed my heart !
This tune was one of
the tunes I wrote when
I started write around
1990 !
Cheers
Dani
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Dani, This is beautiful. The lyrics are such that I can almost see the seascape before you. Very poignant.
Well done!
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Dani, this is really very nice! I really enjoyed the Swedish version. Loved the arrangement of it. But both are very good, and it was nice to get the English translation.
Beautiful song, well done!
Steve
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Dani, What a wonderful, relaxed journey you've just taken me on. I really enjoyed it. Thank you. You carried me along on a stream of easy-listening that has started my day with a huge smile (it's 5:36 am here in Melbourne right now). I cannot think of a better way to say hello to morning!  This style of song is definitely one that brings out the best in you. All the best, Noel
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Beautiful song Dani!! One of my favorite of so many beautiful melodies you've written. I like both versions. Was your record released years ago? The quality sounds excellent. Very, very much enjoyed this!! Take care. Greg
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Hi, Floyd !:))
I want to thank you so
very much for your most kind
comments very much appreciated
as always !:))
I speak Swedish and Finnish and I know some
English, Spanish and German (as well as most
of the other Nordic languages except for Icelandic !
Cheers
Dani
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Hi Dani,
Both excellent!
I couldn't really say which I preferred, even after listening to them twice.
It's surprising just how different they are, but they're both excellent in their own way.
I'm so impressed by the way you can get the lyrics to work so well after the translation.
Your wonderful signature vocal shines through on both!
Cheers, ROG. We downloaded both versions so we could listen on different sound systems. And our conclusion is the same as ROG's. It's one thing to be multi-lingual but another to be able to a make lyric to in both languages. The orchestra in the Swedish version is wonderful! J&B
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Hi, Robert !:))
Thank you so very much
for your most kind words !
You suggested some vocalists
of quality and I hope you
won´t be disappointed if I say
that the vocalists were me
on lead and tenor and Patrick
on bass !
Cheers
Dani
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Hi Dani, very nice indeed as always. Good listen.
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Hi, Shigeki !:))
Thank you so much for
your most kind comments !
The orchestration on the
record (the Swedish version)
is one violin, me and my guitar,
some fluteplaying by my producer
and some tingels (I don´t really
know the name of that instrument
that sounds like a wind chime )?
and naturally drums and el bass !
I am so glad that you liked
the tune !
Cheers
Dani
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Hi, Al & Di !:))
Thank you so much for
your most kind and
warm words ! Feeling
humble for your statement !
Cheers
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What a fantastic job you did of these!
The more modern one appeals most to me.
Great voice there.
Summer just coming on here.
Cheers.
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Classic work. Dani. Loving the harmonies in the english version. I also enjoyed your guitar choices. Always a joy and a sense of peace listening to your songs.
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Hi, Peter !:))
....and muchas gracias
for your most kind comments !
Yes, Australia is heading t´wards
summer and we t´wards winter,
such is the order of things in
our sweet world !!!:))
Am so grateful for your
most kind words !
Cheers
Dani
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Hi, Rob & Anne-Marie !
I am so glad that you
have problems choosing
a favourite of the two
versions ! I take it
that it means that
both versions have their
stronger and weaker sides
and it may be hard to choose !
I want to thank you for your
most kind words !
Cheers
Dani
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Hi, Guitar !
I´m so glad that
you could share
the sight and I
want to thank you so
much for your most kind
words !
Cheers
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Hi, Steve !:))
thank you so very much
for your most kind words
regarding these tunes !:))
Cheers
Dani
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Dani, I almost missed this one. This song has such beautiful chord changes and melody! Your voice sounds great! Thanks, Torrey
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Hi, ol´pal Noel !!:))
How fun that I could
give you a relaxed journey
earla in the morn´
Thank you for youe most
kind words !
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A very peaceful sounding song. It was nice to be able to compare your project to the recording. Thank you for providing both links.
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Hi, Greg !:))
I wanna thank you so much
for your most kind words !
The original was recorded
in 1992 and came out with
a record consisting of 16
songs I had written maybe
between 1990 to 92 !
Cheers
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Hi dani48
This really feels like and sounds like "Looking out over the bay.
Very nice voice signatures, with a reflective nuance, that's warm and safe.
Thanks for sharing
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Hi, Janice & Bud !!:))
Am so thankful for your
most kind words regarding
this old piece from 92 !
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Hi, Mike !:))
Thank you so much for your
most kind words !:))
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Hi, Rich !
I am most thankful for your
most kind words !
Was what I also thought i.e.
that summer´s comin´to you !
How do you celebrate Christmas
I mean - do you dance around a
Christmas Tree ?
Wishing you the best of
X-mases, New Years and summers too !
Cheers
Dani
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Hi, Charlie !:))
You are most kind with
your comment and you know
it makes me feel humble !
thank you for those most
kind words and let me wish
you a most Merry Christmas
and a most Happy New Year !
Cheers
Dani
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OP
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Hi, Torrey !:))
Much obliged by your
most kind words !
It is an honour to
me to get such a good
review !
Merry X-mas and a most
Happy New Year to you too !
Cheers
Dani
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Update Your PowerTracks Pro Audio 2024 Today!
The Newest RealBand 2024 Update is Here!
The newest RealBand 2024 Build 5 update is now available!
Download and install this to your RealBand 2024 for updated print options, streamlined loading and saving of .SGU & MGU (BB) files, and to add a number of program adjustments that address user-reported bugs and concerns.
This free update is available to all RealBand 2024 users. To learn more about this update and download it, head to www.pgmusic.com/support.realband.htm#20245
The Band-in-a-Box® Flash Drive Backup Option
Today (April 5) is National Flash Drive Day!
Did you know... not only can you download your Band-in-a-Box® Pro, MegaPAK, or PlusPAK purchase - you can also choose to add a flash drive backup copy with the installation files for only $15? It even comes with a Band-in-a-Box® keychain!
For the larger Band-in-a-Box® packages (UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, Audiophile Edition), the hard drive backup copy is available for only $25. This will include a preinstalled and ready to use program, along with your installation files.
Backup copies are offered during the checkout process on our website.
Already purchased your e-delivery version, and now you wish you had a backup copy? It's not too late! If your purchase was for the current version of Band-in-a-Box®, you can still reach out to our team directly to place your backup copy order!
Note: the Band-in-a-Box® keychain is only included with flash drive backup copies, and cannot be purchased separately.
Handy flash drive tip: Always try plugging in a USB device the wrong way first? If your flash drive (or other USB plug) doesn't have a symbol to indicate which way is up, look for the side with a seam on the metal connector (it only has a line across one side) - that's the side that either faces down or to the left, depending on your port placement.
Update your Band-in-a-Box® 2024 for Windows® Today!
Update your Band-in-a-Box® 2024 for Windows for free with build 1111!
With this update, there's more control when saving images from the Print Preview window, we've added defaults to the MultiPicker for sorting and font size, updated printing options, updated RealTracks and other content, and addressed user-reported issues with the StylePicker, MIDI Soloists, key signature changes, and more!
Learn more about this free update for Band-in-a-Box® 2024 for Windows at www.pgmusic.com/support_windowsupdates.htm#1111
Band-in-a-Box® 2024 Review: 4.75 out of 5 Stars!
If you're looking for a in-depth review of the newest Band-in-a-Box® 2024 for Windows version, you'll definitely find it with Sound-Guy's latest review, Band-in-a-Box® 2024 for Windows Review: Incredible new capabilities to experiment, compose, arrange and mix songs.
A few excerpts:
"The Tracks view is possibly the single most powerful addition in 2024 and opens up a new way to edit and generate accompaniments. Combined with the new MultiPicker Library Window, it makes BIAB nearly perfect as an 'intelligent' composer/arranger program."
"MIDI SuperTracks partial generation showing six variations – each time the section is generated it can be instantly auditioned, re-generated or backed out to a previous generation – and you can do this with any track type. This is MAJOR! This takes musical experimentation and honing an arrangement to a new level, and faster than ever."
"Band in a Box continues to be an expansive musical tool-set for both novice and experienced musicians to experiment, compose, arrange and mix songs, as well as an extensive educational resource. It is huge, with hundreds of functions, more than any one person is likely to ever use. Yet, so is any DAW that I have used. BIAB can do some things that no DAW does, and this year BIAB has more DAW-like functions than ever."
Convenient Ways to Listen to Band-in-a-Box® Songs Created by Program Users!
The User Showcase Forum is an excellent place to share your Band-in-a-Box® songs and listen to songs other program users are creating!
There are other places you can listen to these songs too! Visit our User Showcase page to sort by genre, artist (forum name), song title, and date - each listing will direct you to the forum post for that song.
If you'd rather listen to these songs in one place, head to our Band-in-a-Box® Radio, where you'll have the option to select the genre playlist for your listening pleasure. This page has SoundCloud built in, so it won't redirect you. We've also added the link to the Artists SoundCloud page here, and a link to their forum post.
We hope you find some inspiration from this amazing collection of User Showcase Songs!
Congratulations to the 2023 User Showcase Award Winners!
We've just announced the 2023 User Showcase Award Winners!
There are 45 winners, each receiving a Band-in-a-Box 2024 UltraPAK! Read the official announcement to see if you've won.
Our User Showcase Forum receives more than 50 posts per day, with people sharing their Band-in-a-Box songs and providing feedback for other songs posted.
Thank you to everyone who has contributed!
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