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Hi all, Here is my latest contribution to the forum: https://soundcloud.com/user-952388172/good-things-come-in-threes
The song is in 3/4 (and 6/8) but I wanted it to sound unlike a traditional waltz. It features guitar, accordion, piano, strings, bass and RealDrums (a mixture of 'Nashville' RealDrums). As always, I encourage and welcome comments on the song, arrangement and mix. Cheers, Mike
Mike Garry BIAB 2022 (Build 927)/RealBand (5) (64bit), UltraPak, Kontakt, EZmix, Ozone 9 Elements, Hybrid 3, Audacity, Acer Predator, Windows 10, 64bit, 16GB ram, CPU: Intel i7. https://soundcloud.com/user-952388172
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This is really lovely. Wonderful progression and melody. The ebb and flow in instrumentation as they joined and left the "band" kept this very fresh. I loved the slow-down at the end. It's one of my favorite things when it happens.
A minor crit...the ending might work better with a little editing to extend the notes at the tail end. Two bars is really not enough to always get a natural decay.
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The selection and blend of RT's is solid. Agree that the ending is too abrupt.
Very pretty song and arrangement. Enjoyed it.
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Hi Mike, this was wonderful! I found this very easy to listen and rhythm is easy to follow. Excellent guitar riffs too. Great work!
Cheers,
Joe
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Mike beautiful and cinematic. Very nice composition and instrument choices. Accordion almost always makes things better  Suggestions... not much on this but two minor things. I think accordion would benefit from stereo width or reverb and so are strings. My 2 cents... Thank you for sharing! Misha.
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Its been a while since you last song...
I'm glad you're back with this cool composition...
I enjoyed listening to it!
BTW... I couldn't find a problem with the ending...
I thought it sounded great.
Jim
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Hi Mike,
I'm sitting here at the moment listening as I type and I'm thoroughly enjoying it.
I absolutely love that interplay between 3/4 and 6/8 it's hypnotised me. You've done a great job with this composition. Your choice of instruments and those orchestral strings really sit really pleasantly on the ear. The mix is excellent.
All the best,
Noel
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Nice blend of instruments and progression. I enjoyed it.
Mike B.
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This is really lovely. Wonderful progression and melody. The ebb and flow in instrumentation as they joined and left the "band" kept this very fresh. I loved the slow-down at the end. It's one of my favorite things when it happens.
A minor crit...the ending might work better with a little editing to extend the notes at the tail end. Two bars is really not enough to always get a natural decay. Thanks for listening Tangmo. I appreciate your kind and considered comments. Cheers, Mike
Mike Garry BIAB 2022 (Build 927)/RealBand (5) (64bit), UltraPak, Kontakt, EZmix, Ozone 9 Elements, Hybrid 3, Audacity, Acer Predator, Windows 10, 64bit, 16GB ram, CPU: Intel i7. https://soundcloud.com/user-952388172
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Very nice, Garry!
I like the arrangement. The interplay between 3/4 and 6/8 goes well. The accordion really compliments the strings.
Really enjoyed this listen.
Steve
Steve Young Music"In order to compose, all you need to do is remember a tune that nobody else has thought of." - Robert Schumann
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OLEMON:
Thanks for listening. I'm glad you enjoyed my song.
Cheers,
Mike
JOE (PG Music):
Thanks Joe for your comments. I love getting feedback from PG Music staff because you must hear so many submissions.
Thanks for taking the time to give some feedback.
Mike
Mike Garry BIAB 2022 (Build 927)/RealBand (5) (64bit), UltraPak, Kontakt, EZmix, Ozone 9 Elements, Hybrid 3, Audacity, Acer Predator, Windows 10, 64bit, 16GB ram, CPU: Intel i7. https://soundcloud.com/user-952388172
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Mike,
I love the arrangement on this - the rhythm is very cool.
Good track selection and a wonderful mix.
Much enjoyed.
Bob
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Very nicely flowing rhythm, the chording is also nice. Lots of things happening in the arrangement, thus keeping the interest very well. Is that bass a RealTrack? I really like its sound.
Janne
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Very nicely flowing rhythm, the chording is also nice. Lots of things happening in the arrangement, thus keeping the interest very well. Is that bass a RealTrack? I really like its sound.
Janne Hi Janne, Thanks very much for your comments. The bass is not a RealTrack. I wrote the part (I played bass in a previous life). I used the Kontakt electric bass to get the sound I liked. Cheers, Mike
Mike Garry BIAB 2022 (Build 927)/RealBand (5) (64bit), UltraPak, Kontakt, EZmix, Ozone 9 Elements, Hybrid 3, Audacity, Acer Predator, Windows 10, 64bit, 16GB ram, CPU: Intel i7. https://soundcloud.com/user-952388172
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Mike, A very enjoyable listen. The arrangement keeps the ear engaged throughout. Nice, consistent musical theme, creating an excellent instrumental. Excellent mix. I wouldn't know the difference between 3/4 and 6/8 if it bit me on the butt, but...I certainly enjoyed this... fj
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My question about the title was immediately (and sweetly) answered!! This is really nicely done. Love the way the bass and the melody play off each other! Lovely melodic piece! Wonderfully crafted Mike!! Take care. Greg
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This is delightful.
I very much enjoyed this. Nicely done. Rob
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Nice, though I think the hesitant bass, as well as it's slightly growly tone, in the intro is a little off putting.
Rustyspoon may be right about the accordion and strings benefiting from a little sweetening.
Last edited by rayc; 05/05/19 07:38 PM.
Cheers
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Mike beautiful and cinematic. Very nice composition and instrument choices. Accordion almost always makes things better Suggestions... not much on this but two minor things. I think accordion would benefit from stereo width or reverb and so are strings. My 2 cents... Thank you for sharing! Misha. Thanks for listening Misha. Your comments are always so thoughtful, positive and helpful. Cheers, Mike Its been a while since you last song...
I'm glad you're back with this cool composition...
I enjoyed listening to it!
BTW... I couldn't find a problem with the ending...
I thought it sounded great. Thanks Jim. Your comments are much appreciated. Mike Hi Mike,
I'm sitting here at the moment listening as I type and I'm thoroughly enjoying it.
I absolutely love that interplay between 3/4 and 6/8 it's hypnotised me. You've done a great job with this composition. Your choice of instruments and those orchestral strings really sit really pleasantly on the ear. The mix is excellent.
All the best,
Noel Thanks Noel. I'm glad you enjoyed the 3/4 and 6/8 interplay. Cheers, Mike
Mike Garry BIAB 2022 (Build 927)/RealBand (5) (64bit), UltraPak, Kontakt, EZmix, Ozone 9 Elements, Hybrid 3, Audacity, Acer Predator, Windows 10, 64bit, 16GB ram, CPU: Intel i7. https://soundcloud.com/user-952388172
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Nice blend of instruments and progression. I enjoyed it.
Mike B.
Thanks for listening Mike. Very nice, Garry!
I like the arrangement. The interplay between 3/4 and 6/8 goes well. The accordion really compliments the strings.
Really enjoyed this listen.
Steve
Thanks Steve. The 3/4 and 6/8 interplay was my way of writing a 3/4 piece that didn't sound like a traditional waltz. Cheers, Mike
Mike Garry BIAB 2022 (Build 927)/RealBand (5) (64bit), UltraPak, Kontakt, EZmix, Ozone 9 Elements, Hybrid 3, Audacity, Acer Predator, Windows 10, 64bit, 16GB ram, CPU: Intel i7. https://soundcloud.com/user-952388172
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