Powerful arrangement &mdash 12/10/06 - 02:09:45 PM
I really enjoyed this. Good choice of carol and instruments. Thanks for sharing. [ Reply to This ]
thank YOU, peace! &mdash 12/11/06 - 10:52:30 AM
Happy Holidays to you.
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Got a touch of Mannheim Steamroller in there.... &mdash 12/10/06 - 03:58:33 PM
Synths and big tympani...
I do love this melody...
I like that you're one of the MacJammers working with electronic musics who has a sense of dynamics... things can get loud and can also get soft for a bit... A little detail, I suppose, but I think when it's missing that it sounds less like music to me... More like data output..
I like that graphic element, too...
Ed [ Reply to This ]
Thanks, Ed &mdash 12/11/06 - 11:17:32 AM
I sometimes think I use too much dynamic - I think I dream in soundtracks. :-) Happy Holidays to you!
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Awesome!!! (as usual) :-) &mdash 12/10/06 - 07:20:34 PM
Beautiful, elegant & powerful, yet graceful. You've done an amazing job on this piece, Miss C! Magnificent and grand! Brava!!!! Take care! You and _nderscore have a wonderful holiday! Peace!
-Richard [ Reply to This ]
Thanks, Richard. &mdash 12/11/06 - 11:25:39 AM
Happy holidays to you as well!
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Beautiful. &mdash 12/10/06 - 08:53:48 PM
Thanks, MattG! &mdash 12/11/06 - 11:29:15 AM
Glad you stopped by! Happy holidays!
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First- I love the album art you have. &mdash 12/10/06 - 09:54:57 PM
Second, this music, although synthesized, sounds very human and warm. I don't know how you do it, but I'm glad you do! Very nice dynamic range, as mentioned above.
One nit - I'm not sure that the alternative chord progression on "and the soul felt its worth' works as well as it could. Maybe continue the alternate rising line at the beginning of 'worth', then resolve on the second half of 'worth'. (It's actually kind of embarassing to give advice on such an otherwise perfect piece, but it kind of stuck out both times I heard it.)
You have a great way of taking this holiday favorite and making it your own. DL & F. [ Reply to This ]
thanks, Kristy &mdash 12/11/06 - 11:37:29 AM
I totally know what you're talking about! I went back and forth about this, too. The thing is: My favorite version of this song uses a similar "alternate" minor chord. But I think because I'm dragging out each measure so much (Here goes my complete lack of music terminology!). Is this song usually in 3/4 time? I'm not sure, but mine is 4/4, and rather slowly paced. So each measure really gets 'elongated' and some of those consistent chords can sound monotonous. I thought perhaps this sounded more intense. But now I'm going to go back and try it like the way you described and see if works. Thanks so much for your thoughts! Really!
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Nice cinematography! &mdash 12/11/06 - 12:34:54 AM
yep! &mdash 12/11/06 - 11:57:30 AM
That's what I was thinking, too. :-) Happy Holidays to the Nutz Family! Hey, I need to pick your brain for twin girl santa presents...
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Powerful arrangement &mdash 12/11/06 - 11:04:16 AM
Oh, wait. That's already been said :)
This is my favorite carol of all time. In fact, I have my own version in the works. Hope to have it completed BEFORE Christmas. Won't be this detailed or orchestrated.
I love the percussion you used. In fact, all the elements fit very nicely together. Very much enjoyed.
Merry Christmas! [ Reply to This ]
Thanks, bug! &mdash 12/11/06 - 12:04:35 PM
send me a note when you've uploaded your version. I'd love to hear it! Thanks for your thoughts on mine! Happy holidays
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Most holy of songs &mdash 12/11/06 - 12:40:18 PM
This is a beautiful composition of the most beautiful song ever written about the Prince of Peace.Maybe someday????????????
Seamus [ Reply to This ]
thanks, seamus! &mdash 12/11/06 - 11:08:49 PM
Happy Holidays to you!
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Splendid &mdash 12/11/06 - 01:22:35 PM
thanks, DaMan! &mdash 12/11/06 - 11:18:10 PM
I'm glad you liked this little tune. :-) Happy holidays!
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Yes - more than ever &mdash 12/11/06 - 04:37:47 PM
Thanks for this inspiring interpretation of a beautiful piece of music. Sometimes we lose sight of the fact that a lot of wonderful liturgical music has been written around Christmas - a result of muzak saturation. You've rescued this one from that fate. Well done! [ Reply to This ]
thanks, bud &mdash 12/12/06 - 09:50:51 AM
Y'know, I'm not religious, and I'm not drawn to religious music for it's lyrical value. But this song has always struck me as beautiful and remarkable. Even the line, "Fall on your knees..." is so very powerful. Honestly, I don't know half the lyrics to this song! :-) (thank goodness for Google, once again). Thanks for stopping by here. I'm just discovering your music!
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DL'd and Faved &mdash 12/11/06 - 05:29:07 PM
A soaring, epic celebration; let others quibble about the technical details, it's all about the heart, and this rendition has it..all of it. Well done! Going on my MJ Christmas CD! [ Reply to This ]
thank you, Rick! &mdash 12/12/06 - 09:58:04 AM
Enjoy the tune and happy holidays to you!
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Orchestrated Wonderfully &mdash 12/11/06 - 05:35:11 PM
You don't give yourself enough credit... but it looks like everyone else here is giving credit where C R E D I T I S D U E...
and amen "now more than ever"... dito's on the art
rich warm orchestration with big percussion... Hmmmm... hey maybe we have a box set here...
exellent work
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thanks, scott &mdash 12/12/06 - 10:22:13 AM
I've been thinking about your reply (on Emmanuel) all day. It hasn't gone unnoticed. Thank you for inspiring me and giving me more to ponder. I love the box set idea. :-) thank you for your kind words.
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Gorgeous &mdash 12/11/06 - 07:41:31 PM
As a general rule, I don't like Xmas songs, but O Holy Night is one of my favourite songs of all time. This is a lovely arrangement. I don't supposed you know any Welsh Male Voice Choirs who could come in at the end? :-)
Thanx for posting this Miss C. It's got me in the festive mood.
(BTW, have you ever heard South Park's version?!) [ Reply to This ]
haha! &mdash 12/12/06 - 11:30:45 AM
OMG, yes! I actually watched the YouTube video of it last night! I'm glad I didn't have someone with a cattle prod behind me while making this song. :-) Thank you!
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Jesus... &mdash 12/12/06 - 01:29:07 AM
Can I say that...
Man, You guys are just blowing me away w/ the stuff that's here at the top of the charts - This is just one glorious peice of music, MissC - Absolutely, STUNNING! - I'm truly imspired!
THANKS! - DION [ Reply to This ]
*smiles* &mdash 12/12/06 - 01:02:40 PM
Hello, Dion. It appears you're "out" now! WE MISSED YOU! You never fail to make me smile. Happy Holidays, my friend!
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a soaring soundscape... &mdash 12/12/06 - 09:17:14 AM
hi Mysti! &mdash 12/12/06 - 01:20:34 PM
Glad to help lift you up. :-) Have a great Holiday!
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Epic &mdash 12/12/06 - 09:35:49 AM
Dunno why but this seems to me to be the perfect music to accompany a slo mo highlights of the Winter Olympics sequence - I think it must be that very grand opening sequence (hope you get the gig ;) ). A wonderful and very expansive piece of work.
KK
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the olympics! &mdash 12/12/06 - 04:35:50 PM
Geeesh, what a dream, eh?! Thanks, Mr. K. Always love to hear your thoughts!
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Peace on Earth! &mdash 12/12/06 - 12:18:47 PM
This has long been my very favorite Christmas song, and your interpretation is majestic and moving. Thank you for such a gift. [ Reply to This ]
thanks, sergio &mdash 12/12/06 - 04:39:12 PM
I never thought of it as a "gift"... Yes, it's for all of you. Happy Holidays!
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How lovely! &mdash 12/12/06 - 01:55:23 PM
This is like the soundtrack to the Illuminations show at Epcot. Yours rocks more. : ) Thanks for sharing this! Just a beautiful arrangement - and, for the record, I love the key change - it represents a truly "cosmic" shift in the narrative, which is appropriate, I think. That and the 4/4 allows you to do the cool Ray Lynchian arpeggios, which are really Moog-ish, and simply perfect that way. D/L city! [ Reply to This ]
Hey Bing! &mdash 12/12/06 - 04:42:50 PM
Thank you. This is really encouraging. Funny you mention Ray. He was my first brush with "electronica" as a child. :-) And, wow, everytime I hear some of those Illuminations songs, I'm immediately brought back to the banks of the lagoon there, eyes to the sky in Disney wonderment. I love that show. For awhile, I wanted the job of choreographing events like that to music. Happy Holidays, close-to-Disney-guy. :-)
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Refreshing &mdash 12/12/06 - 08:21:54 PM
Very calming. Nice production and choice of instruments. A great choice for the holidays. [ Reply to This ]
Thanks, J2 &mdash 12/13/06 - 11:13:39 PM
Happy Holidays!
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amazing. &mdash 12/13/06 - 12:09:32 PM
you and I both think in soundtracks. If it's not intense....meh..what is it then?! :-) We should def. collab one day. We could accomplish great things I feel.
Wonderful song. I mean that. [ Reply to This ]
thanks, Linda &mdash 12/13/06 - 11:15:37 PM
I agree wholeheartedly! Have a great holiday and let's see what happens after the new year. I hope to be more inspired then. :-)
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Like they all said! &mdash 12/13/06 - 02:42:50 PM
Beautiful, dynamic, expansive and a fulfilling listen! I arrived too late to say anything new - excellent Miss C.
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thanks, Neil! &mdash 12/13/06 - 11:17:49 PM
I'm so glad you got a chance to hear this one. Big smiles here! Happy Holidays.
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Van &mdash 12/13/06 - 10:06:32 PM
Tastic. I like Stun's image of the sun peaking over the Earth... very fitting. Beautiful song. Merry XMas, MC and _! [ Reply to This ]
Thanks, PV! &mdash 12/13/06 - 11:19:28 PM
And the very same to you, from us!
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fantastic &mdash 12/14/06 - 08:58:32 AM
Its dramatic and subtle all in one. Lovely musical journey of a well known song. The drums are cool. It would be great with some documentary images. sweet! [ Reply to This ]
Thanks, gav! &mdash 12/14/06 - 03:09:58 PM
Really glad you liked this one. Happy Holidays to you!
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Wow! &mdash 12/14/06 - 01:39:44 PM
I hope the people who put the "Escapes" compilations get to heare this one. It would definitely end up on the "Escapes Holiday Collection."
Great Job! [ Reply to This ]
Thanks, Stooey &mdash 12/14/06 - 03:12:27 PM
What is the "Escapes" collection? I hope I'm not embarassing myself by admitting my lack of knowing this! I'm really curious though!
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musical power &mdash 12/15/06 - 01:55:01 PM
strong musicaly has alot of power. I like when the low repeating synth comes in this was very enjoyable [ Reply to This ]
thanks, egobandit &mdash 12/16/06 - 11:17:59 AM
Happy Holidays!
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I finally had chance to listen.... &mdash 12/16/06 - 03:45:35 AM
Very well done with both the mix and the arrangement.
There's just something about choirs and electronic music that excites me no end.
Have a really great Chrimbo and may 2007 bring you all that you desire.
R. [ Reply to This ]
heya Reinholt &mdash 12/16/06 - 11:19:54 AM
I totally agree; I love that mix, too. Happy Holidays to you!
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the power of music &mdash 12/16/06 - 09:06:45 AM
thanks for this beautiful arangement for the holidays.....into my holiday playlist....merry christmas to u and yours!!! [ Reply to This ]
gracias, chikoppi &mdash 12/16/06 - 07:32:45 PM
And to you as well, McBoy!
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gracias! &mdash 12/16/06 - 07:32:54 PM
And to you as well, McBoy!
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Yes &mdash 12/16/06 - 12:33:22 PM
Yes, great, wonderful .. and you don't use too much dynamics. These sounds natural, appropriate, sensitive and very well made.
A beautiful production that touch many senses! [ Reply to This ]
.. and by the way .. &mdash 12/16/06 - 05:12:15 PM
And by the way, did you notice that this is MJ song # 27000 ?
Congratulations! [ Reply to This ]
thank, you Cori Ander &mdash 12/16/06 - 07:34:43 PM
Very kind of you to say. Yes, I noticed the song number, too. That's pretty cool! I'm amongst 27000+ other fabulous songs! Happy Holidays!
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I actually listened to this ... &mdash 12/16/06 - 11:46:21 PM
... the first day it was posted .... but I got distracted and forgot to comment. Yes .. the word "epic" certainly springs to mind. Easy to see why so many people fav'd it .... and it is still the highest ranking song at present ... (I'm still thinking about whether or not you need gloves down there in Texas tho ..... and whether a lot of fathers were cut from the same cloth). Have a great Christmas! [ Reply to This ]
haha! &mdash 12/17/06 - 12:44:20 AM
No gloves needed yet. Heck it was downright hot here today. Thanks for your nice words, Alannah. Happy Holidays to you and your little guy. :-)
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W..o...w... &mdash 12/17/06 - 12:44:23 PM
Hi, Miss C! I am glad to be back after lying low for a few months and i really missed being here. Work and studies are such an impediment to the great things in life, He-he.
And what better way to return than to review your awesome, fabulous, grand, epic (where's my thesaurus...?) version of my favorite Christmas song! I listened to your song like a dozen times already on my Mac, along with Scott Carmichael's and a few other holiday picks here at Macjams. Words do not really describe enough the quality of your work. It has to be listened to in order to understand the appreciation that people have for your music.
Merry Christmas and thanks so much for sharing the joy of your music! [ Reply to This ]
welcome back! &mdash 12/17/06 - 11:40:12 PM
we missed you, too! Thanks so very much, and a Merry Christmas to you as well!
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I like the music &mdash 12/19/06 - 12:07:09 PM
thank you, Hannah &mdash 12/19/06 - 12:09:20 PM
Spread the word, too. :-) Happy Holidays!
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Truely loved &mdash 12/20/06 - 04:37:21 AM
from the solumn intro to the last moment. Oh, dear! I just came here from Leon's great vocal work, and I had to cry with yours again!
Besides your superb production, i like your key art a lot.
Thank you very much for sharing this.
Happy Holidays to you, Miss Chaos.
Aya [ Reply to This ]
Amen to that &mdash 12/20/06 - 03:26:39 PM
Let's hope... &mdash 12/22/06 - 07:26:28 AM
yes &mdash 12/22/06 - 08:27:27 AM
Happy Holidays to you as well, Eppy!
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the arps &mdash 01/04/07 - 04:00:33 PM
those synth arpeggios right before the 'night divine' part. did you do those manually in GB? [ Reply to This ]
answer &mdash 01/04/07 - 04:43:10 PM
I used Vanguard to program that arp sequence. Hope this helps! Thanks for listening. :-)
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I'm a bit late on this one &mdash 01/24/07 - 09:17:58 PM
Belated Happy Holidays.
Really nicely done and a beautiful, powerful interpretation.
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Wow!!! &mdash 03/28/08 - 02:25:41 AM
Simply wonderful composition really beautiful to listen too
I bet your mom felt very proud and so too should you
you did a great job well done. I am going to download this and put it on
my ipod.
Peace Dee x [ Reply to This ]
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