Sorry its been some time since I last posted or visited the forum. I had another stroke this year and then had brain surgery. Its been a little slow going but starting to heal and wanting to pick up with my music again using Band in the Box, I feel good about writing again. My first song of the year, Happy New Year was completely made using Band in Box, no other Daw programs.
I paid and downloaded new 2024 Band in Box and wanted to write new song for new year for friends.
But then I remembered watching BBB videos and I really wanted to test out new chord builder. Who doesn’t want to learn how to better their songs using cool chords right? So I got playing with chord area using the progression builder and had some fun. I kept playing the chords over, and then prayed for new song and this is what came out. Sorta bummed I was not feeling my best and had sore throat, but its all about the love of the song and fun in creating. So I hope it blesses others despite my voice. Happy New Year you all !!
****** Song Summary ************* Title: Happy New Year File:Happy New Year. SGU Key=E , Tempo 105, Length (m:s)=3:37 No intro. 91 bar chorus, from bar 1 to bar 91. Repeat x1 chorus No Melody No Soloist track. Song is saved with Volume, Pan, Reverb, Chorus, Bank0, Style is _M16SELC.STY (Worship Pop)
RealTracks in style: ** N/A ** 1603:Bass, Electric, Pop16ths Ev 110 RealTracks in style: ** N/A ** 1610:Piano, Acoustic, Rhythm Pop16 Ev16 110 RealTracks in style: ** N/A ** 1607:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm Pop16thsGritty Ev16 110 RealTracks in style: ** N/A ** 1606:Guitar, Acoustic, Strumming Pop16ths Ev16 110 RealDrums in style:NashvilleEven16^6-a:Snare, HiHat , b:Snare, HiHat Open
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After I created the song, I used Smart Show 3D to create word video in case someone else wanted to play the song.
Well Happy New Year, may the Lord bless you and keep you, Sincerely, cheryl anne
Happy New Year by cheryl anne
Intro G Am F G Am F //
G Am F Another year has passed us by G Am F I stand and wonder and ask why? C G Am How did it go by so fast ? C G Am How come it never seems to last?
Chorus C Em F Happy New Year C Em F To all my friends I hold dear C G Am I hoping that God will hold you near C Em F Happy New Year
G Am F What are your plans for the new year? G Am F Will you travel or stay near? C G Am No matter what you may decide C G Am I’ll be sure to say a prayer
Chorus
Dm Am C G We never know what tomorrow will bring Dm Am C G We can make our plans but its up to Him Dm Am G He wants the best for your life.
I love what you've done. The groove is great and it suits your words and melody very well. I haven't played around with the new chord builder yet. It's worked really well for you! You've inspired me.
Nice song - heartfelt lyrics. Sorry to hear about your health issues.
If you don't mind me making a suggestion - there's a lot of "room" ambience in your vocal. It probably comes from your microphone capturing the sound of your voice as well as the sound of your voice bouncing off the walls. It's not terrible, but it makes is hard to blend the vocal with the backing track.
It's best to record in an acoustically dead space, but that rarely aligns with where we put our computer.
There are plenty of expensive ways to deaden a room for better recordings. The cheapest (and the one that'll make you feel the most silly) is to record with yourself and your microphone covered with a blanket.
I'm not saying that it's a big problem, just that it's probably the next thing you can do to help improve your recordings... After you get over your cold!
HI Cheryl Anne ...\ Yes, it's been quite a while. Glad to hear things are on the mend and you're doing better. If this song is a reliable indicator - you're doing MUCH better!
Nice song. You have some really nice backing tracks, and you're sounding great! Glad the music is still there for you - and for us to hear. I enjoyed my listen immensely. And Happy New Year to you. Keep getting better!
Cheryl, very sweet song! Glad you're finding time to explore BiaB and create music during your recovery. Wishing you health and music in 2024...Happy New Year! Ron
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Cheryl Anne, I'm glad that you are back and that you are on the mend.
Your lyrics are so true. Time does rapidly pass doesn't it. I haven't used the chord builder but I think I'm gonna have to look into it. Great use of BiaB. It is a wonderful program isn't it.
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Ah, yes, Cheryl Anne, it's all about creating, and it seems like you had to recreate yourself along the way. So well done. So well done. An uplifting story and an encouraging song. So glad you are back and creating again.
Enjoy whatever happens! marty
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Hi Noel, Happy New Year. thank you for taking time to listen to the Happy New Year song. The new features in bbb are so cool. So much to learn so little time. - I listened to your song I will Always Be There. How nice. You have a nice controlled voice. Are you trained, or just God gifted? Either way, nice !! Keep up the good work. Have a blessed week, sincerely, cheryl anne
Hi David, Happy New Year. Thank you for the cool suggestion. I will work on deaden up the room some and see if this will help improve. Always want to do the best i can if you know what i mean. Hope you are doing well and having a great year. Look forwarding to hearing your new songs this year. Sincerely, cheryl anne
Hi Alan, Thank you for taking time to listen to Happy New Year. I hope your New Year is going well also. Band in the Box is SO cool and helps me explore new possibilities, which I would not have other wise. Happy Valentines Day to you and your family. hugs and blessings, cheryl anne
Hi Ron, Happy New Year to you also. Yes, exploring all the possibilities with Band in the Box is like the coolest thing. I see you are very well skilled in many areas of electronics. Do you sleep at night with all the possibilities? Have a nice Valentines Day. hugs and blessings, cheryl anne
Hi Alan, I had a chance this morning to listen to your tracks. How cool is that? Great job. So far I like the mystikal guitar one the best. But so many nice ones to choose from. Looks like your having tons of fun. thank you for sharing, cheryl anne
Hi Mario, Happy New Year to you. Yes Band in the Box is SO great!. So many new things and the chord builder is just one of many things to try out. If we live to be 100 we can't use all the things/tricks that they have included. Love it !! I listened to Shadow Road today, you have been working hard. I liked the banjo sound you included. really added to it. Keep up the good work. Happy Valentines Day to you and your family. hugs and blessings, cheryl anne
Hi Marty, Happy New Year to you !. Yes, learning new things all over again. I think of it as a buy one get one free. Learning guitar over also. LOL. but its all good. I went on sound cloud today and listened to some of your songs. WOW. you are really busy writing. ! I am guessing this is a life long journey for you? I loved the photo from long ago. Nice long hair for everyone. thank you for listening and thank you for writing. Working on a new song, almost there. So much to learn so little time. I see on your sound cloud you have nice images for all your titles. Is there a place you get them from? It really makes a statement. Happy Valentines Day to you and your family. hugs and blessings, cheryl anne
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