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elegy (4), mourning (9), remembrance (2), classical (360), opera (13), song (188), orchestral (73)
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This is my first collaboration on here. Ever since I heard Alannah's dark and sultry voice, I wanted to do something orchestral around it. To my delight, she posted her "whisper" a cappella vocal the other day - and I seized on it. It would have made a great trip-hop, ambient kind of song - and I'm sure someone will do something like that with it. Over a few hours, I have made it into an avant-garde operatic piece with a small orchestra. As the vocals were written for her sister, and having just lost a sister myself, I am even more honoured to work on this. I just hope that I have given her voice justice. Let me know what you think. I look forward to more collaborations on MacJams.
Lyrics:
Come dry your tears
Smile again love
I’m only a whisper away
Near the dusk of the evening
Just out of sight through the day
Watching you waking and sleeping
Hearing each prayer that you pray
Sending my love to surround you
I’m only a whisper away
Come dry your tears
Smile again love
Remember the good times we’ve known
Cherish the joy we discovered love
That was planted and grown
Your road may seem lonely ahead love
And distant horizons look grey
You wont be walking alone love
I’m only a whisper away
So laugh and rejoice
When you think of me
Look for a hummingbird during the day
It will likely be me right beside you
I’m only a whisper away
Hardware:
MAudio Keys, theoretical brain
Software:
GB Orch JP
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Whisper &mdash 05/05/08 - 12:18:23 PM
Nice orchestral around Alannah's acca... Very delightful.. Bravo.
I have done one too but that is more cinematic feel to it.
D-loaded I really like the relaxing feel I get from it.
Thx FS.
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Kenta [ Reply to This ]
Thanks &mdash 05/05/08 - 02:41:23 PM
I have listened to yours too - and really liked what you did also. There is so much possibility with Alannah's voice - what a treat! [ Reply to This ]
Hi Daniel..... &mdash 05/05/08 - 01:48:10 PM
I think that the work you have put into this pice is very well done. The backing definitely fits the words and the mood.
All in all I think that this is a success. A very professional success.
Take care.
Paul [ Reply to This ]
Thanks Paul &mdash 05/05/08 - 02:43:04 PM
Perhaps some of your stuff has inspired me of late - I wanted to weave a tapestry around the voice - but not too predictable! [ Reply to This ]
The voice and your track &mdash 05/05/08 - 04:27:44 PM
Thanks Tokai &mdash 05/06/08 - 12:51:07 AM
Only A Whisper Away &mdash 05/06/08 - 01:43:14 AM
A masterpiece. The music leaves enough space for breathing. Very impressive vocals and a sensitive backtrack. Full of atmosphere, a magic and enchanting performance, simply great!!! [ Reply to This ]
Thanks so much! &mdash 05/06/08 - 03:54:58 PM
I'd love to write a backing track for your voice one of these days. [ Reply to This ]
Beautiful. &mdash 05/06/08 - 03:54:01 AM
Alannah Hello Long time no chat - Are you sober : Ha ha :)
Hey ! LunaTrick Its brilliant. A really great production. Alannah has such a great voice as well . Music spot on.
I am sorry to hear Luna Trick that you recently lost your sister. May I offer my deepest sympathty. To you and your family it must feel really horrible.
Peace Love Respect.
Dee x x [ Reply to This ]
Thanks Dee &mdash 05/06/08 - 03:56:51 PM
It was a joy to do - and I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for your kinds words! [ Reply to This ]
wow ...wow &mdash 05/06/08 - 07:58:04 AM
i was blown away by alannah's original and now this is just so much more ... i am speechlessly impressed and in awe ... such a haunting and perfect score behind her wonderful voice ... kudos folks .. and luna .. hats off to you! [ Reply to This ]
Thanks &mdash 05/06/08 - 03:58:19 PM
As I said above, it is a joy and a privilege to work with a good vocalist. I'm glad you liked it! [ Reply to This ]
Only A Whisper Away &mdash 05/06/08 - 04:04:47 PM
this is SO COOL, it's almost untouchable! Such creativity in the construction of this song, and ALLANAH, I LOVE YOUR VOICE!! Great job you two! [ Reply to This ]
Thanks Karen &mdash 05/06/08 - 07:02:14 PM
I'm not sure if Alannah has heard this yet - but your appreciation of it is very satisfying. [ Reply to This ]
earth-ereal &mdash 05/06/08 - 04:14:42 PM
there's something both primal and earthy about this, and rather wispy and ethereal... must be the mix between brass and harp. The dissonance really keeps things off-kilter, which in this case re-enforces a sense of loss and sorrow. Please allow me to offer my condolences to both of you on your losses. These are important people in our lives. What a great way to celebrate what they have meant to you. Nice collab work!
ttfn,
Drakonis [ Reply to This ]
Interesting you should say... &mdash 05/06/08 - 07:04:56 PM
I was going to add more instruments but refrained from doing so. Any more and the "wispy" quality (as you aptly put it) would be lost. I also wanted the voice to remain focal - and the chosen instruments as garnishments! Thanks for your thoughts! [ Reply to This ]
unusual &mdash 05/07/08 - 12:44:21 AM
It is a bit &mdash 05/07/08 - 09:36:20 AM
Excellent &mdash 05/07/08 - 08:48:40 PM
I have to echo dirigent's comment about the breathing space in here - your use of instrumentation and the arrangement is a wonderful complement to Alannah's vocal without smothering it. Very creative use of instruments, and a fantastic collab. Very impressive. Kudos. Peace. [ Reply to This ]
Thanks Dajama &mdash 05/08/08 - 12:34:39 PM
I'm excited to receive your comment - and look forward to checking out your stuff too. [ Reply to This ]
I miss &mdash 05/07/08 - 08:49:37 PM
great music like this,, because there are not of enough hours in the day. [ Reply to This ]
Cheers! &mdash 05/08/08 - 12:36:12 PM
I thank you for listening - and will be acquainting myself with your music also. [ Reply to This ]
I finally got to hear it .... &mdash 05/08/08 - 07:25:14 PM
.... this has a "haunting" quality to it .... I'm sorry to hear about your sister .... it's been three years for me .. and it's still tough ... always will be. This tune is almost emoting visions of ghosts floating around the room ... restless ..... while that little music box plays in the background .... great track !!!! [ Reply to This ]
Your voice makes it. &mdash 05/08/08 - 09:49:56 PM
I really appreciated the opportunity to do this. It may sound corny - but as I was working around your vocal, I never got tired of hearing it. Be sure to check out Skean's really cool version too. [ Reply to This ]
Wow &mdash 05/08/08 - 10:43:00 PM
I can't comment right now. I can't find the words. I'm truly that blown away. [ Reply to This ]
Thanks... &mdash 05/11/08 - 08:45:39 PM
That is what I felt when I heard the A Capella... and it was a pleasure to work with it! [ Reply to This ]
This is a great first collab! &mdash 05/17/08 - 04:00:44 AM
Cheers H - &mdash 05/18/08 - 10:36:10 AM
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I have done one too but that is more cinematic feel to it.
D-loaded I really like the relaxing feel I get from it.
Thx FS.
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Kenta
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