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meditative piece for strings - roughly in sonata allegro form, with a 21st century touch- i conceived of this with a lazy antique court scene in mind - lounge music for the royals. In Sonnyjim's words: "parlor music for parasites" -
Per drakonis' request ;) I must mention that this is an actual live performance of my work by professional Julliard-trained LARK QUARTET - they are fantastic internationally-renowned players, and I am fortunate to have had the privilege of having them interpret my music. Not many effects here- 2 mikes - one in the center of the ensemble and another to pick up the room's natural acoustic- AKGc414Bxls - one of my favorite mics- mixed minimally in protools.
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What a nice .. &mdash 08/08/07 - 09:15:36 AM
... music is this DJD ??
is that your playing in a keyboard or it's not ??
if it was you, WOW man, i'm glad to find you in MJ and talk to you and being one of the 1st fans ! you're truly great and perfect. I enjoyed your Spanish piece and thanks for your kind words on I REMEMBER !
Keep up the great work, PEACE TO YOU !
Take Care
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Yeman Auf Al-Rawi [ Reply to This ]
yemen: &mdash 08/08/07 - 10:38:53 AM
This is m composition-= but I do not play strings- that is an actual string quartet- that's why it sounds so real. :) they did a great job with the phrasing and played a lot of emotion into a piece that would otherwise be "absolute music" peace to u
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djdrshaman [ Reply to This ]
Very accomplished! &mdash 08/08/07 - 09:52:12 AM
If these aren't real strings then that is very, very good programming ;-)
Good harmonies and well structured.
Splendid stuff.
Cheers
Dick
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real strings! &mdash 08/08/07 - 10:33:14 AM
yes, a real string quartet playing - thank u for listening!
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djdrshaman [ Reply to This ]
Real instruments? &mdash 08/08/07 - 12:16:29 PM
Whatever next ;-)
Welcome to MJ.
Cheers
Dick
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I'm really a 25 year old guitar god but an evil witch trapped me in this podgy middle aged body. [ Reply to This ]
extremely impressed &mdash 08/08/07 - 11:40:37 AM
Wow, what a great, listenably enjoyable composition, and so nicely performed too! I heard the "human" rustling between the notes right away, as well as the kind of "real" playing that cannot be computer-generated... so I knew it was a real performance. However, you should mention in the description that this is a live performance of your music, just to toot your own horn a little (and to give kudos to the excellent performers here)... not many people get to hear their classical compositions performed live! Very nice piece... when did you write this, and who performed it? Also, very nicely recorded, very crisp and clean, nice separation. And the artwork is very cute, reminds me a bit of the cover of Claude Bolling's Suite for Flute and Jazz piano. I did not see it in your Bio, but I sense a lot of music training... and a lot of energy and passion. Boy did you come to the right place... please accept a belated and humble welcome to Macjams from me! You are now added to my fave-list, so I can be alerted to new pieces from you!
ttfn,
Drakonis
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Adagio in e minor for string quartet &mdash 08/08/07 - 12:47:45 PM
ahh Incredible .. now this is another
genious work here ..its very wide and
sensation with no end of imagination
Kudos to the Composer and Kudos to
the Players ..thank you so very much
to share such gem here ..PLEASE more more
more ...!! [ Reply to This ]
music to plot to &mdash 08/08/07 - 07:27:31 PM
Does Peter Greenaway know about this?
I have run out of superlatives, I'm afraid. Looking over the variety and depth of the work you've posted over the past 3 days, I am stunned at the degree of understanding and -perhaps more important- real sympathy you have for so many types of music. You're an extremely gifted guy, and I am very glad you're here.
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That said, &mdash 08/08/07 - 07:28:48 PM
my friend sonnyj &mdash 08/08/07 - 07:36:42 PM
i am so glad to have made ur acquaintance - we ARE gonna kick some major @@@ on that collabo- get the work out to dancers/choreographers (mia and wade r my favorite) - and it's gonna be cool and hip and make people wanna dance! :) - thank u for being one of the first jammers to welcome me to this site!
peace
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djdrshaman [ Reply to This ]
Mozart &mdash 08/08/07 - 10:44:31 PM
Very beautiful Mozartian composition.Nothing beats the sound of real instruments-they do a wonderful job playing it.
Is this part of a longer composition or a stand-alone piece? [ Reply to This ]
part of a suite &mdash 08/09/07 - 10:00:51 AM
Well.... &mdash 08/08/07 - 10:52:14 PM
...how lucky we are to be able to just click and hear such a wonderful piece of music.
I love this...yes, you're lucky to have the Lark Quartet perform your works. And they're fortunate to be able to perform your work.
Kudos and deepest respect, sir. Beautiful piece.
Bob [ Reply to This ]
bob: &mdash 08/09/07 - 10:05:46 AM
it means a great deal to me that a musician of your caliber could relate to and appreciate my work- my deepest and warmest thanks. I am a fan of yours as well. :)
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djdrshaman [ Reply to This ]
Great band ;) &mdash 08/08/07 - 11:48:28 PM
I don't listen to much classical music, but I do enjoy a good string quartet. This is very nicely written - it must be quite amazing to have a string quartet of this quality at your disposal.
A really good listen.
Neil [ Reply to This ]
mmmmmmmm &mdash 08/09/07 - 01:53:38 AM
to my fellow DJ &mdash 08/09/07 - 09:58:41 PM
Beautiful contemplative piece. &mdash 08/09/07 - 12:28:11 PM
I could see this in a film like Barry Lyndon. It has that sense of melancholy. Excellent writing and mastery playing by the Lark quartet.
A real treat.
Best,
Bowman [ Reply to This ]
thx mr bowman &mdash 08/09/07 - 10:03:48 PM
yes there is melancholy built into this piece by virtue of its key- but even more so, there is longing in my soul that I wanted to express through the interweaving of the musical lines-- rising and falling like waves, equal partners all- death and life- the eternal cycle- never-ending. thank u for your kind words
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djdrshaman [ Reply to This ]
Ahhhhhhh ...... :) &mdash 08/09/07 - 02:52:23 PM
This is sheer bliss.
Thank you for sharing this here.
I will have to go and listen to more of your music. :)
thanks again
beautiful music... [ Reply to This ]
mystified: &mdash 08/09/07 - 10:07:47 PM
i enjoyed your experimental piece as well- thank u for listening - bliss is a state of inner contentment- i am glad i was able to touch your soul-
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djdrshaman [ Reply to This ]
I always love tunes I can envision &mdash 08/09/07 - 03:09:52 PM
A pretty lady sitting at in a beautiful couch with her fan fanning on a hot summer's day. Talking with the other ladies on a hot summers day in the 1700 etc. One that is the envy of all around, with her hair up in a bun so neatly done with drop dead gorgeous attire. :)
I don't know but it is tunes like this the really get me seeing a movie in my mind. In is sad that the hot radio stations have to be glitz, glitz and more glitz and not enough cultural heritage! Thanks for helping break the mold :) ! [ Reply to This ]
the tiler: &mdash 08/09/07 - 10:11:27 PM
yes, that is the beauty of absolute music also: that you can create your own visions- summon internal perception and bring to light the caverns of your subconscious-
pretty lady fanning herself on a hot summer's day- ahhhhh.
thank u for stopping by
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djdrshaman [ Reply to This ]
what a nice surprise &mdash 08/09/07 - 06:19:10 PM
what a nice surprise to find this piece. It is wonderful. Kudos to you! [ Reply to This ]
let's do the hokey pokey &mdash 08/09/07 - 10:13:29 PM
AMAZING &mdash 08/09/07 - 10:29:00 PM
Wow you are a great composer and these wonderful musicians did your song justice! I'm amazed! Great work! [ Reply to This ]
doc biz &mdash 08/09/07 - 11:28:23 PM
thx- ur definitely a kewl kat- looking forward to our collab- peace out -cya
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djdrshaman [ Reply to This ]
A Lovely Piece of Writing... &mdash 08/09/07 - 11:06:23 PM
and performed very well.
I am always jealous when I hear real strings played by musicians who can bring so much emotion and subtle nuance to a piece of music like this.
It must be very satisfying to hear your composition come to life. ;)
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thank u &mdash 08/09/07 - 11:32:34 PM
yes i think that in today's day and age we are losing touch with our humanity - the soul of music is still in live playing - and nothing can replace the yearning that can only be expressed by a soul in flux
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djdrshaman [ Reply to This ]
Welcome &mdash 08/10/07 - 08:43:01 AM
Very impressive...looking forwards to hearing more
(Now where can I go and find a real string section to play some of my stuff???)
;-)
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fluid &mdash 08/10/07 - 09:08:56 AM
As an ex-violinist myself, I can attest to the talent required to perform to this exquisite level (not sure I can even say that in this company given your background!) But the thing I love most about the string quartet is the intimacy of it -- you can almost hear their bodies moving in unison as the music swells up and down, side to side. Like fret noise on the classical guitar, I love to hear the players breathe like I do in this performance. It makes this all the more human. Lovely composition. Welcome! [ Reply to This ]
dear miss chaos &mdash 08/11/07 - 11:03:27 AM
thank u for the kind words- i love the sound of a string quartet - so lush, rich - u should keep playing! send me a loop with ur string improvs and i'll spin it into a tune! peace
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djdrshaman [ Reply to This ]
miss chaos: &mdash 08/11/07 - 11:05:58 AM
i know what u mean about the breathing- u can feel their bodies in the recording - it is powerful energy
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djdrshaman [ Reply to This ]
Beautifully written and performed- &mdash 08/11/07 - 09:10:03 AM
This is so wonderful to be able to click and listen. You are fortunate to have a live group play your composition, but you obviously have paid your dues to get to that point. Despite your humble comments about the mixing, you did an awesome job in getting the sound of a string quartet beautifully - did you do your own technical work? [ Reply to This ]
thank u &mdash 08/11/07 - 11:09:43 AM
i labored over crafting this piece because the interweaving of the musical lines is so intricate- and i really wanted the themes to ring clearly - re: mixing- i try to do my own when i can - i like to use 2-3 mics to capture more sonic dimension ... it's hit or miss- practice makes perfect... :)
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djdrshaman [ Reply to This ]
wonderfully performed &mdash 08/11/07 - 10:08:35 PM
This piece is so nicely conceived and performed, and very well-recorded.
I couldn't really detect any "21st century touch" here, however; the composition is very straightforward in a 19th century way, reminiscent of Beethoven, and later, Dvorak.
Very pleasant listening in any case. [ Reply to This ]
Stunning! &mdash 08/12/07 - 01:18:21 AM
I want to hear this on a great stereo in a good listening room. Even on my little iMac speakers this is gorgeous! Very melodic and very listenable. Thank you! [ Reply to This ]
Speechless. &mdash 08/13/07 - 11:43:40 AM
The piece itself is heartbreakingly lovely and the performance even more so. This just tugs at my heart. How wonderful that you were able to have it played by such a talented quartet. I need more of this. [ Reply to This ]
thank u magritte &mdash 08/13/07 - 01:44:41 PM
yes i believe that in any of the music that we write vital life energy is present - and through the organization of sound is manifested aspects of the soul... heartbreaking 4 u, catharthis 4 me when the piece came to be... thank u
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djdrshaman [ Reply to This ]
spellbound &mdash 08/14/07 - 10:11:13 AM
that is absolutely beautiful. . . I'm glad there are still composers such as yourself who can write music like that, and what a treat to hear it performed by the LARK Quartet! Thank you, you've made my day. [ Reply to This ]
lovely &mdash 08/14/07 - 12:36:18 PM
Very measured, which brings out the emotion in a paradoxical way. How did you come into possession of an entire string quartet? Are you a teacher, or are you fabulously wealthy. Whatever, good job! [ Reply to This ]
Wow &mdash 09/18/07 - 03:29:22 AM
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is that your playing in a keyboard or it's not ??
if it was you, WOW man, i'm glad to find you in MJ and talk to you and being one of the 1st fans ! you're truly great and perfect. I enjoyed your Spanish piece and thanks for your kind words on I REMEMBER !
Keep up the great work, PEACE TO YOU !
Take Care
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Yeman Auf Al-Rawi
[ Reply to This ]