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Fantasy for Band
Started this discussion. Last reply by Richard Rayer May 28, 2010. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Thought I would put my latest creation here for all to enjoy and/or comment about. This was written for a friend who directs a youth wind symphony. The melodic material is based on a musical pattern…Continue
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Richard Rayer replied to Richard Rayer's discussion Fantasy for Band"I just spoke (this week) with the conductor of the Cleveland Youth Wind Symphony and this piece is scheduled this fall for performance. It will be premiered on November 7 at Severance Hall in Cleveland, OH. I just thought everyone would like to know."
Richard Rayer replied to Richard Rayer's discussion Fantasy for Band"The piece is harmonically based on the patterns derived from the melodic interpretation of a specific person's name. Also, I do like to use minor/major interchangeably and not tie down any specific key priorities. Thanks for commenting on the…"
Richard Rayer replied to Richard Rayer's discussion Fantasy for Band"The piece is with a conductor now. I will have to wait and see if he programs it for next year's concert schedule. Thanks for the comments, it is appreciated.
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Ariel Ramos replied to Richard Rayer's discussion Fantasy for Band"Nice piece. It somehow reminds me of Messiaen.
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Gijs van Beusekom replied to Richard Rayer's discussion Fantasy for Band"I think this is a really interesting piece. Very powerfull, authentic harmonic language and interesting melodies. I looking forward to hear a performance of this."
Richard Rayer posted a discussionFantasy for Band
Thought I would put my latest creation here for all to enjoy and/or comment about. This was written for a friend who directs a youth wind symphony. The melodic material is based on a musical pattern made from the letters of his name. The rhythmic pattern is made from the same letters tapped out in morse code. I had fun writing it and I hope he will be able to program it in a future concert.RichThe piece can be found here:…See More
Richard Rayer left a comment for William Rayer"I am still am not sure how to get around this .ning thing. And thanks for the comment."
Richard Rayer left a comment for Tyler Hughes"I have songs and compositions available here:
http://www.soundclick.com/bands/default.cfm?bandID=381168
Thanks for the welcome into the community!"
Richard Rayer left a comment for Fredrick zinos"You are welcome to hear any of my works (some good and some learning works) at:
http://www.soundclick.com/bands/default.cfm?bandID=381168
Thanks for the welcome."
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- What have you composed for? Or what medium do you work around?
- Orchestra, Small Ensemble, Big Ensemble, Songs, Other
- What is your favorite genre or style of music?
- classical and jazz
- Is music your main income source?
- Sort Of - Music Related
- Where do you live?
- Ohio
- About Me (MUST be more than 10 words to be approved):
- I am a retired band director and musician. Though, I currently play in bands, orchestras and pit orchestras occasionally, I am more interested in composition. I have had only one live performance of a Band composition and it was performed by the Cleveland Youth Wind Symphony.
Comment Wall (5 comments)
- At 8:53pm on August 24, 2011,
Paulo cesar Maia de Aguiar (Br) said… - Great Job
- At 3:29pm on May 9, 2010,
Ronald (rolifer) Ferguson said… - Welcome aboard Richard. Now all you have to do is fill up the page with more music. Ron
- At 9:43am on May 2, 2010,
William Rayer said… - Well, you did find us here. Welcome!
- At 9:21pm on May 1, 2010,
Fredrick zinos said…
- Can you post some of your music for our enjoyment?
- At 7:46pm on May 1, 2010,
Tyler Hughes said… - Welcome to the Composer's Forum
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