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#479011 06/23/18 06:43 AM
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Classical composition.

https://soundcloud.com/midiw/orchestral-works


(Mac 2018 Band multiple track recordings.)

First time posting, did i get this right ?

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some examples @ sound cloud done with Mac Band and DAW's : https://soundcloud.com/you/tracks
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Yes, the link works and I enjoyed listening. Maybe the first attempt at a classical composition I`ve heard here.
Nice interplay of instruments, especially on the energetic playful sections.
It would be good to post more info about how you created this.

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Robert,

Thanks for taking the time to listen/review my first posting being a classical composition.

That's good advice to provide info as to how I create my compositions.

This composition took me a long time ( 6+ months ) and so many details and huge struggles and frustrations with the Mac 2018 Band are buried in this old foggy head. I will have to set up a system here to keep track on what i did.

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w,

That is impressive!

A very pleasant listen. Moves well, keeps the ear engaged. Well mixed.

Unlike anything I've heard done with BIAB, for sure.

Enjoyed that.

fj

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WOW, What a wonderful creation. So melodic, and such a masterful arrangement. Looking forward to hearing more

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fj and Graham............

Thank you for your supportive comments because they will help me to finish my work on another composition that's in the works .

At the moment I'm working on a " cover song " Somewhere In The Night - a ballad written by Richard Kerr and lyricist Will Jennings which was a US Top 20 hit for both Helen Reddy and Barry Manilow in the 70's.

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This was very cool. I could see this being the background for an animation.. Well done


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Originally Posted By: Scott C
This was very cool. I could see this being the background for an animation.. Well done


Fully agree with Scott. I think he summed it up perfectly. You are a talented composer. Tip of the hat for a great production.

Alan


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Hello, w

Great composition!
Full orchestration is dazzling.
I am also very interested in classical composing, but I have many problems with my composition skills.
I tried several times, but I have not finished my work yet.
I am jealous of you.
Really beautiful work!
Enjoyed my listen a lot.

Best regards.

Shigeki Adachi

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Hi, w:

Wow, incredibly well done! Others have nailed it--great background music for an animated short or film. But that aside, this is a complex production, beautifully executed. Awesome work!

All the best,

Deej

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Wow - you nailed this! It sound so full and epic. I can imagine this sounding perfect in a movie or a video game. It is so cinematic and animated. The multiple courses it takes too keep it sounding fresh the whole way through.

Not a thing I'd change here - thanks for sharing smile


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Wow, this song has a really magical feel to it! We don't get to hear much in the way of classical styles around the User Showcase, so thanks so much for showing it off!


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Ember
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I agree with Al. This is pretty stunning.

SO many ways it could be used in film.

Extremely impressive.

Wanna give us some background on how you did this?

I am totally fascinated.

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Could imagine the first part in a Harry Potter film!! Other part in some other. What orchestral plugin are you using? Sounds amazing!! Beautiful work!! Take care. Greg

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