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Movement Two
Started this discussion. Last reply by Bob Porter Apr 25. 8 Replies 0 Likes
Here is the second movement of an imaginary symphony. I really listen when you all chime in and give suggestions. I take each suggestion to heart and decide if it is relevant to what I am trying to…Continue
Velocity Study
Started this discussion. Last reply by roger stancill Apr 3. 9 Replies 0 Likes
As a notation software user, I am not always interested in posting polished recordings. As I delve into Sibelius more and more, I find that I can control the velocity, duration, start location and a…Continue
Movement One
Started this discussion. Last reply by Bob Porter Apr 17. 14 Replies 0 Likes
Lately, I've really wanted to write something serious. You know, a symphony, concerto or something important. And every time I come away with the same old stuff. I have to be very careful how I…Continue
Triumphant
Started this discussion. Last reply by Bob Porter Mar 22. 2 Replies 0 Likes
I had a thought. It gave me a headache so I had to stop. But before The Thought ended, it occurs to me that victory is indeed sweet. It's what we all strive for. And yet it comes at a cost. Yes,…Continue
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Bob Porter replied to roger stancill's discussion Capturing a mood"Roger
This does have that "days gone by" feeling. Though I'm not sure there was ever a time more relaxed and innocent. There are a few places where there are long notes and the music stops. This feels a little awkward and a bit…"
Bob Porter replied to Mickey Hopson's discussion Siege Perilous (Film, Trailer, or Cinematic Music)"No wrong answer, really. I'm just curious."
Bob Porter replied to Mickey Hopson's discussion Siege Perilous (Film, Trailer, or Cinematic Music)"Mickey
These are fun pieces. Thanks for posting them.
My comments have nothing to do with the music, as such, but with your motivation. Why have you written these? Is it because you love film music? I love film music. In fact, and spite of my…"
Bob Porter replied to Lawrence Aurich's discussion "Parata" for orchestra and score."Lawrence
Certainly an interesting and fun exercise. But not much more. Changing the mode of the opening melody kind of makes the whole thing sound like "Telemann vs Ravel", or something.
Can't say that I've ever listened to…"
Bob Porter replied to Gav Brown's discussion Potential "Theme and Variation" Contest Announced"Not that it is important, but I would have to pass also. Not only do I not write from a melody, but none of them interest me. My software can do a far better job of harmonizing a melody that I can. And I agree, nothing is to be gained from #3 being…"
Bob Porter replied to Francisco Garrido's discussion Piano piece"Does this mean that you are not a piano player? If not, what do you play? Piano is not easy to write for.
I don't think the change to chords is a good choice in this case. Much more interesting with the arpeggios. Chords might be better with a…"
Bob Porter replied to Lawrence Aurich's discussion Bachish Invention and Score"Lawrence
While this is a fun piece, it is probably the least Baroquish(?), much less Bachish(?) music you have posted. The inter-phrase modulations always catch me off guard.
If you want to challenge Rod, consider some of the things I've…"
Bob Porter replied to Josiah D'Arrigo's discussion Waltz in C minor"Josiah
Thanks for posting this. I enjoyed it.
Do you play piano? If so, it might be better if you could record yourself and post it here. It seemed that sometimes the recording was a bit awkward because you couldn't get the software to do what…"
Bob Porter replied to Tyler Hughes's discussion A music's message that rubs the wrong way""The world will little note, nor long remember what we say here"
To prove this wrong, I believe the arts need to rise above the every day. Not to ignore the bad, but not to revel in it. I don't believe in "shock value".…"
Bob Porter replied to Bob Porter's discussion Yet another string quartet"Fredrik
I understand your point, and I agree. Folks here are really annoyed by my lack of markings. My software does not always play articulations without a lot of work that for my purposes is not worth it.
Lawrence
Thanks for listening.…"
"Bob,
I didn't know where it came from or where it was going, but it was a pleasant ride. Some of the single part repetitions were too long. Here's a suggestion, without changing your style you…"
Fredrik Aske Blikeng replied to Bob Porter's discussion Yet another string quartet"Hi there! I think this sounds very nice in general, but there isnt too much information in the sheet music about how to play this or how it should sound. A string instrument can do so much different articulation, phrasing etc., so why only use the…"
Bob Porter replied to Graham Richard Troup's discussion Is composing genius Teachable?"Perhaps if you worry too much about if you are born with it or not, than you are worrying about something that you can't do anything about. Push ahead, do the best you can."
Bob Porter replied to Mazzii's discussion Gone with the rain."I enjoyed this piece, thanks for posting it.
Tell us why you wrote it. Is it part of a portfolio? I am easily distracted by photos posted with music. I would rather the music support what I see, rather than what I see just being there as an…"
Bob Porter replied to Graham Richard Troup's discussion Is composing genius Teachable?"Don't forget that Mozart was touring as a prodigy at the age of seven or so. Hardly time for too much repeated success. "Born with it" may be too simple a way to put it, but it sure seems that some folks just come by it…"
Profile Information
- What have you composed for? Or what medium do you work around?
- Multimedia, Choir, Orchestra, Small Ensemble, Big Ensemble, Songs, Other
- What is your favorite genre or style of music?
- film
- Is music your main income source?
- No - Not Yet
- Where do you live?
- Colorado, USA
- About Me (MUST be more than 10 words to be approved):
- I have been witing for many years, but have been more serious aboout it in the last few years. I used to write pop songs, and while I enjoyed it, was never very good. Since I aquired some notation software, I have moved more towards instrumental music.
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 4:47pm on February 24, 2013,
Christopher Mracna said… Bob, I have listened to several of your pieces, and find Funeral of the Gods, and School Project to be most inspiring. Having read some of the other comments on this forum, I realize that my uneducated opinion is of lesser value, but as an avid music listener, I can tell you that these two pieces are deserving of accolades in praise. I think we might have some very common interests in approaching music composition and development. Both songs captured my attention and held it, even though there were a couple of lulls in both pieces. I anticipated a return to the melody. Your choice of instrumentation was very wisely used, and I could heard the horn solo beyond the front of the mix. (very nicely done) I will continue to listen to these in the near future, so there may be further review. Thanks for sharing.
- At 8:15am on September 4, 2012,
Zitoon said… Hey Bob !
I was just listening to your track "School Project", it's very clever and quite emotionally deep. I like it a lot ! It is also a good source of inspiration.Many thanks for commenting my track a few days ago.
Wish you well
- At 10:47am on July 16, 2012,
Doug Lauber said… Hey! Welcome to Composers Forum....
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Mp3 files and other gripes
Posted on November 8, 2012 at 8:57pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
I've had a bad day so I'm feeling a little grumpy. Sorry. So I'll get right to it.
I like to listen to the music that folks post here. I am surprised at the talent. Most of us are hobbyist and care about what we post. I know that SoundCloud is a popular place to post music. That's fine. But SoundCloud does not work on my Android tablet or phone. The Forum sponsored method of posting mp3's (which was the way I thought we were supposed to post music) works just fine. The main reason I…
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