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Hi Gang!

I've been busy trying to get a handle on this virtual instruments stuff. It's like trying to peel a big onion, the layers are outrageous. Every time I think I'm on a roll, there's always something new to explore. Lots of fun though...

Here's my newest: "New England Fall" take a listen when you can.

All the best,

Dave

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Hi, Dave.

Any chance you could list the instruments you used?

As you said, it's a nice ambient piece of music that slowly builds.


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Vocal control, you say. Never heard of it. Is that some kind of ProTools thing?
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Hi Dave:

Thanks for listening.

If memory serves; the v.i.'s used in this piece were:
1. Piano
2. Chamber Strings
3. Violas
4. Cellos
5. Orchestral Trombones
6. Orchestral Reeds
7. Violins
8. Bass Viols
9. Orchestral "Hits" (the loud crashing sounds at the end).

I used "Plogue Sforzando" x64 as my foundation.

As usual when I completed this piece, my ears were dead! So today I remixed the whole thing and it sounds 100% better!!!

Thanks again for your interest..
Dave


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Dave… This definitely sounds like experimentation, on the way to building something more sophisticated as you get your arms around the virtual instruments. I like how you used a very simple repetitive pattern in stating your theme and I can see how it helps you work through the layers as you went from the basic arrangement and built up to greater depth. I think the place where you introduce the violins at a little quicker tempo needs to be brought more to the front. Very inventive use of the orchestra hits towards the end. Keep on this path!!

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Hi Tano,

Thanks for your input. I totally agree with your comment regarding the pacing of the violins. Too much delay needs timing adjustment!!!

Thanks again for you listen,

Dave


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This was very breath taking to listen to. Very serene and calming.


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Hey Stranger!!!

Long time no hear! Thanks for the listen. I have to take this stuff a bit at a time because it can easily be overwhelming.

More new stuff coming!!!

All the best Dave


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Dave,

This is really beautiful! the build os incrementally casual but sounds real nice. That was a real pleasure! Looking forward to more as you get a deeper grasp on your project. This is a really nice base to start from. Best to you.

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Very pretty Dave!! Sounds like a film score. The music is very emotional and the arrangement is strong. Very much enjoyed!! Take care. Greg

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Hi Mr. Greg!

How U Doin??? =D

Thanks for the listen, I'll try to keep them coming!!!

All the best,
Dave


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Hey You 2:

Thanks for your input it really means a lot to me.

I have a couple of new concepts I'm dying to try, so I may go "dark" for a while!!!=D

Thanks again for your time!

All the best,
Dave


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Hi Dave, Thanks for sharing this with us! Very soothing piece, and I found this definitely creates a mood that I found reflective. Good harmonies with the strings too. Fantastic piece!


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Hi Joe!

Thanks for listening! You always have the kindest things to say!

How much money do you need to borrow??? =D

All the best,
Dave


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Wow, this is stunning smile It sounds so lush and full, and the strings are gentle and easy on the ears. It has a certain cinematic feel to it I found enticing. This wouldn't sound out of place in a film.

Wonderful work on this Dave - thanks for sharing!


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ZUP Mr. "D???"

Thank you for your kind comments. If you know any film makers, please feel free to send them my way!!! =D

More to come and all the best!!!
Dave


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Yes, it's wonderful building up as it goes along.

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