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Just composed this for a friend of mine who's originally from Canada but now living near Inverness. Phyllis recently lost her husband. She loves slow waltzes and is a regular listener to my internet radio show...
This is my first mix using sonar X2 so creative comments would be appreciated..

Style is JEAN.STY (Simple Pop Country Swing Waltz)
PianoCustom Synth is Synth/Plugin Loaded
GuitarCustom Synth is Synth/Plugin Loaded
StringsCustom Synth is Synth/Plugin Loaded
MelodyCustom Synth is Synth/Plugin Loaded
SoloistCustom Synth is Synth/Plugin Loaded
Style MIDI Instruments are : Strings (49),
RealTracks in song: ~~1121:Bass, Acoustic, CountryWaltz Sw 085
RealTracks in song: ~982:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm CountryWaltzCleanArp Sw 085
RealTracks in song: 1498:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm PopWaltzClassic Ev 085

Both accordion tracks are my Scandalli super 6


Phyllis MacDonalds' Waltz

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Graham,

That accordion is very cool and the song is very atmospheric.
Makes us think of James Last and very famous German orchestra.
Good work.

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Thanks very much to both of you for listening. Delighted you like the tune

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Hi Graham,

I always love the soft, gentle touch you have on the keys of your accordion. Such a beautiful song. I've always waltzes (love to dance to them) and yours are among the best I've heard.

Everything sounds great to me! Thanks for this little gem.

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Graham,

Very nice tone on those twin accordions make for subtle interplay. I like a slow, slightly sad waltz- this one floats the listener along and the mix sounds good.
Can your internet radio show be heard in Canada?

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Graham,

Very nice tone on those twin accordions make for subtle interplay. I like a slow, slightly sad waltz- this one floats the listener along and the mix sounds good.
Can your internet radio show be heard in Canada?

Robert



Hi Robert, thanks for that. Yeah my shows can be heard anywhere with internet. Here's the link

The Stramash

And to my facebook page

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Graham,

This is very restful. A perfectly romantic modern waltz. I'm sitting here with my eyes closed enjoying my listen and, inside my mind, slowly dancing around a ballroom.

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Wow Graham - this is a beautiful tribute! It's a wonderful tune you've got here. It's gentle, and really easy on the ears. It brings to mind imagery of weddings, and dancers in a ballroom. As always, what you've done with the accordion here is spectacular.

Great work, and thank so much for sharing smile


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Sorry to hear about your friend's loss. Always so sad when things like that happen. You've made such a lovely song for her, though! You should be proud of yourself! I am sure she loves what you made for her. smile I certainly do!


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Originally Posted By: Al-David
Hi Graham,

I always love the soft, gentle touch you have on the keys of your accordion. Such a beautiful song. I've always waltzes (love to dance to them) and yours are among the best I've heard.

Everything sounds great to me! Thanks for this little gem.

Alan



Awww shucks, thanks Alan, appreciate the kind comments

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Graham,

This is very restful. A perfectly romantic modern waltz. I'm sitting here with my eyes closed enjoying my listen and, inside my mind, slowly dancing around a ballroom.

Regards,
Noel



Thanks Noel, I can't remember the last time I had a dance, was always providing the music LOL

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Loved this song Graham. You amaze me with your skill on the instrument. Just lovely


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Originally Posted By: Deryk - PG Music
Wow Graham - this is a beautiful tribute! It's a wonderful tune you've got here. It's gentle, and really easy on the ears. It brings to mind imagery of weddings, and dancers in a ballroom. As always, what you've done with the accordion here is spectacular.

Great work, and thank so much for sharing smile


Hi Deryk, Thanks for that. Many's a wedding I've played at. Wish I had band in a box back then

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Well, that quickly had Janice waltzing around the living room smile and, I might add, with great moves!

Beautiful.

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Originally Posted By: Ember - PG Music
Sorry to hear about your friend's loss. Always so sad when things like that happen. You've made such a lovely song for her, though! You should be proud of yourself! I am sure she loves what you made for her. smile I certainly do!



Thanks Ember, yeah she REALLY loves the tune which is great news

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My favorite accordionist did it again!

Another winner my friend!

This is a keeper.

PS - A waltz is the only dance that I can do!


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Loved this song Graham. You amaze me with your skill on the instrument. Just lovely




Aw shucks, thanks Scott

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Pretty music Graham!! Although I'n no expert when it comes to the accordion, I love the way you play! Take care. Greg

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Well, that quickly had Janice waltzing around the living room smile and, I might add, with great moves!

Beautiful.

Bud



Thanks Bud,
Hope you waltzed with her ?

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My favorite accordionist did it again!

Another winner my friend!

This is a keeper.

PS - A waltz is the only dance that I can do!



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