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Sometimes, connecting with my Muse does not happen at all, despite my best efforts. And sometimes, something (good or bad) does happen. See what you think? smile Thanks for listening, and for any comments!


A Waltz for Peace


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****** Song Summary *************
Title: A Waltz for Peace - 3 August 2023
File:3 August 2023.SGU
Key=E , Tempo 120, Length (m:s)=3:18
No intro. 128 bar chorus, from bar 1 to bar 128. Repeat x1 chorus
No Melody
No Soloist track.
Song is saved with Volume, Pan, Reverb, Chorus, Bank0,
Style is _GLADDEN.STY (Gladden Coffee House Jazz Waltz)

RealTracks in style: 3042:Bass, Acoustic, KlezmerHora34Neil Ev 120
RealTracks in style: 3679:Piano, Acoustic, Rhythm ModernJazzWaltzJeff Ev 110
RealTracks in style: 3662:Guitar, Acoustic, Rhythm 60sCoffeehouseWaltz Ev 150
RealDrums in style:PopWaltz: a: Brushes b: Sidestick, Ride

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A very nice piece...we don't get a lot of 3/4 tunes on the forum...I like the modulation...very pleasant to the ear!


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Very nice! I like that your chord progression weren't predictable, yet were satisfying to the ear.

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James,

You write some compelling music. I like this a lot. The RTs sound great and the mix is perfect.

Excellent!

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Hi musician17,

Nice combination of banjo and piano. The sequence of chords is well found. It's pleasant Well done.

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A pleasant listen, James.

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Sounds great James.

Super chord progression, band, and mix.

Two thumbs up


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Not predictable changes but very James D nevertheless.
I'd like a slightly less thudding a static bass though.
Nice.


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Thank you, every single one of you, for such kind comments.

Ray: you are, once more, spot on - this time, as regards the bass! I will see what I can do smile - thanks smile

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I've heard of a march for peace, which always seemed an oxymoron because marching connotes too much aggression. But now a waltz for peace is a much better visual. Soldiers ready for battle and all of a sudden a waltz is heard over the battlefield, and they start dancing together.

Very cool progression, which I always enjoy in your music, James. Good band, and well directed. The modulation when you changed keys reminded me that I miss your vocals in there. Oh, well, who can fight it when you are waltzing for peace. Thanks, James.


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Thank you so much, Marty. So kind, as always. Yes, we could all do with more peace in our lives, I guess - and why not a waltz, for that? smile Thanks for listening and for such a wonderful comment!

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I love the all around feel of this song, the piano really stands out, and it's nice to hear an instrumental every so often.

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It's a good mix James. I missed a vocal though.

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Really nice piece James. Loved the mix. Really cool listen..


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Ronnie, Vic and Scott: thanks so much! I'll try to write a song with a vocal, soon, Vic ... just a question of getting the time to! Thanks for listening and for the kind comments!

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