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#386438 12/26/16 05:19 AM
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Hi fellow forumers (is that a word?)This would be my last post for this year and before I get to buy the 2017 version. Wishing everyone a happy New Year I give you Bewildered
Style is JBAL_45.STY (Jazz Ballad at T=45 - Slow Balla)
PianoCustom Synth is Hi-Q 001 01 Piano, Acoustic, Addictive Keys
StringsCustom Synth is Synth/Plugin Loaded
Style MIDI Instruments are : Acoustic String Bass (33), Acoustic Piano (1), Nylon String Guitar (25), Strings (49),
MIDI SuperTracks in song: ~~1895:Piano, Rhythm Jazz Sw 085
RealDrums in Song: JazzSwingLewis^02-a:Brushes, Snare , b:Ride and Hihat
All a combination of Ketron SD2 and other VST's

Enjoy!

Mike B.

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Hi Mike

The link does not seem to be working

Last edited by Scott C; 12/26/16 07:37 AM.

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Sorry Scott, I was in the process of changing the file which didn't upload properly. It's fixed now.

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Dear "Cuban Pete...

My, my, what gorgeous chord changes you lavished upon your lovely song, "Bewildered!"

In fact, the "changes" are so lush and mellow-sounding that I wonder why you titled the song, "Bewildered." That sounds more like a title for a song composed in a minor key.

Regardless, "Bewildered" is lovely on the ears and quite soulful in feeling. Thanks for allowing us to listen to it.

Sincerely,

"bluage"


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Originally Posted By: bluage
Dear "Cuban Pete...

My, my, what gorgeous chord changes you lavished upon your lovely song, "Bewildered!"

In fact, the "changes" are so lush and mellow-sounding that I wonder why you titled the song, "Bewildered." That sounds more like a title for a song composed in a minor key.

Regardless, "Bewildered" is lovely on the ears and quite soulful in feeling. Thanks for allowing us to listen to it.

Sincerely,

"bluage"

My thoughts exactly! This is a beautiful piece of music!! Take care. Greg




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Mike,

I wish I understood midi better to figure how you make these instruments sound so real- I can tell the strings are synth, but not the other tracks.
Sooo smooth and relaxing!
Very enjoyable.

Robert

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Mike
A superb sultry piece beautifully played.
Excellent work.

Peter

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Very enjoyable at year end and maybe bewildered because, just because of it.

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Lush, moody, great editing, superb mix. You are a master of the genre. What a great listen. Tom

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Originally Posted By: tommyad
Lush, moody, great editing, superb mix. You are a master of the genre. What a great listen. Tom


Tom selected the perfect words to describe this composition.

And, yes, you are a master at this. A careful and thoughtful listen indicates so many subtleties at work to support the solos.

Amazing!

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Originally Posted By: cubanpete
Sorry Scott, I was in the process of changing the file which didn't upload properly. It's fixed now.

Mike B.


Ah that's better. Some very cool sounds there. Loved the feel and rhythm to the song


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Thanks all of you for the comments. Being called a "master" by the masters themselves is a real treat although I don't deserve the honor, but I must say I just enjoy immensely what I do and try to do the best I can.
Happy new year to every one!

Mike B.


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As requested, enjoyment was had.

Thanks for the New Year's present.


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Vocal control, you say. Never heard of it. Is that some kind of ProTools thing?

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hi mike this is excellent great stuff totally engaging eric


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So nice to hear some jazz this morning. I think this is one of your best. Great listen.

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