I couldn't find a thread about the upcoming holidays, so I decided to create one. I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
I wonder, have you written anything Christmassy yet? Although I usually don't share my work, I feel I shouldn't hold back on this one. After all, this is personal.
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I haven't written anything for a while and can't really until the situation becomes clear with my computer. The new one doesn't work properly (currently being checked out by the shop) and I temporarily put an old hard drive in the old one so I can at least do non-composing related things on it but there's no space for my libraries.
Not sure what to make of your mini piece. Do I detect a note of sarcasm in it?
Sarcasm? No, it’s just a typical pianistic composition for piano four hands. Naturally, it includes a bit of everything. Occasionally, there’s even a speed bump, for instance, because in my country, there are very few places left where you can ride a sled pulled by a horse, especially in the city. Now that I think about it, snow is actually quite rare here too. And a horse isn’t exactly welcome in the city. A sled might be allowed, but it would take forever to get the necessary permits. But otherwise, it’s all about the Christmas spirit. Actually, it’s a very modern composition. I left out the jingle bells. Very daring, I know.
Because you're enjoying this, I'll add another example.
Rowy-Piano_Music_4_Hands-Rowy-Its_Snowing.mp3
I guess I must just be in a bad mood then with all the things which have been going on recently.
I know how you feel. I bought extra hard drives, so I always have a backup. Once a month, I make copies. A friend of mine, who knows all about this stuff, mentioned that I should use a NAS. However, since her NAS broke down and she lost EVERYTHING, I prefer simple hard drives that I can put in a drawer—different drawers, of course. You never know.
I liked the Sleigh Ride better, it had more quirky chords that's more interesting to listen to harmonically.
Thank you. These are older compositions I arranged for Piano 4-Hands. I don't write like this anymore unless I need something more 'commercial.' I now prefer free counterpoint—it feels more satisfying.
It's quite well written. Neat and tidy, catchy, and cheery- I liked it and would very much enjoy playing it with another at the piano. Thanks for sharing this and spreading a little holiday cheer.
Thank you, David. You can download the score for free at Free Music Scores