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This is my latest piece - my 10th since starting composing in the summer, and my first (short) symphony.It's really different in style from any of my other pieces, and I'm not sure what style it fits into. If someone asks what sort of music it is,…
This is my latest piece - my 10th since starting composing in the summer, and my first (short) symphony.It's really different in style from any of my other pieces, and I'm not sure what style it fits into. If someone asks what sort of music it is,…
"of course one has to put everything in context -- as you only started a few months ago, you've already developed quite an interesting style and I'm sure you'll continue to make progress. And I doubt there was much particularly symphonic about my…"
"Thanks David. It means a lot that you took the time an care to listen and comment."
"this Symphony of Bees is certainly a new departure for you. I was much struck by the opening with its quarter tones in the strings and from time to time there were very interesting effects and counterplay between the instruments-- there was…"
"Thanks Rowy - the new track is up now at https://heartfulhealing.co.uk/track10/ with commentary - it might change your opinion of me.... (but it's actually not that contemporary - it might not even be contemporary at all). Look forward to your…"
"Here now the notes:
https://youtu.be/vuRdZtwEihM?si=UW5y3nSZwwwjMRkU"
https://youtu.be/vuRdZtwEihM?si=UW5y3nSZwwwjMRkU"
"Apparently, you're a diamond in the rough. Everything's there—you just need more experience. More knowledge too, but that's a fine line to walk. Your talent needs room to breathe, and that won't happen if you prioritize theory too much—except for…"
"For me, form is the kick starter for almost every thing I write. Inspired as I am by realy, all styles of music, if I hear a piece, I think, I can do something like that.
I go to a lot of concerts. Over 100 each year, I'm a concert reviewer here in…"
I go to a lot of concerts. Over 100 each year, I'm a concert reviewer here in…"
I am currently writing a Clarinet Quintet inspired by Mozart's KV 581.
"Well, those are nice comments to read - thank you. It is true - I've never properly composed before this summer - I can't read music (at least not properly - I can see when notes are going up and down and get a vague idea of the rhythm, with a lot…"
"Hi, Guy,
You asked for my thoughts on your 4th String Quintet. Since you call yourself a beginner, I thought I might need a stiff drink first—I’ve had my share of scores that required a lot of work... or a nice bonfire! But after listening to your…"
You asked for my thoughts on your 4th String Quintet. Since you call yourself a beginner, I thought I might need a stiff drink first—I’ve had my share of scores that required a lot of work... or a nice bonfire! But after listening to your…"
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