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[Abandoned Shrine (432hz, modified Zarlino)]

It sounds very interesting! melancholic and nostalgic, with touches of discord, unresolved conflicts, unanswered questions, or something along those lines. It sounds beautiful throughout, it flows marvelously, extremely pleasant to the ears! I don't know what is Zarlino, but I'm on my way no to discover it! I also like this slightly pitched down tuning, I use it as well. I don't know why but I find it helps connect with music on a deeper level.

anthonyragus responds:

Thank you for the kind words! Temperament refers to the intervals (pitch relationship between notes) in a scale (e.g. the vast majority of music is 12-Tone Equal Temperament), and tuning is the overall pitch center of the whole temperament (e.g. the vast majority of music is tuned to A4 equals 440 hertz). I agree with you that tuning can be an important part of the piece's quality.

I updated the description to include temperament details, which you can use, play, and export (as well as any tuning and temperament you want) via Sevish's Scale Workshop. If you're interested in microtonal / non-12TET music, I highly recommend his Scale Workshop (and his music).

[Happy Days!]

You make awesome music! This one gave me smile so mission accomplished for giving happy days vibe! Really enjoyed the whole thing, I can hear that you put lots of efforts into your songs.
I don't know if you ever played The Sims, but this music made me think of it, some of the background music, but in a boosted, better way.

Tangerine responds:

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it

[when i dont have the words]

Very nice!
All the ideas merge together beautifully, I like this subtle panning effect, it helps get into following a longer 1 beat/measure when getting into more dreamy, ethereal parts. I really enjoyed the contrasts it creates when the drums come back, you sure have talent for this style! Sound quality is nice, clean, production quality is there, and there's piano present, I'm sold! 😃 Good job!

OVERSCORE responds:

Thank you for noticing the panning effect, I worked so hard to make those pads kinda weave through the headphones and it took a lot of troubleshooting lol. I do try to only use the break drums during the climaxes to add emphasis and as you said, contrast. Very happy to hear that everything is up to par!

[There's a Wind in the Allée of Memories]

May you live a long and happy life together!
Beautiful piece, very interesting modulations throughout.
I love music that evokes efficiently feelings and ideas, and this one doesn't fail!
I get a sense of joy, fulfillment, bursts of positive emotions, accompanied by a tiny bit of incertitude, but a strong sense of resolve. You are both very talented!

LucidShadowDreamer responds:

Thank you for the well wishes, and for the encouraging words!
I'm happy too see you're able to interpret the feelings of the composition well ^____^

I must say, I've heard some of your music, and it's fantastic!!! I'm sure you'll see some reviews from me sooner or later ;)

Also, we'll see if you make it into the NGADM... If you do, and I happen to make it to further rounds, I'll have to work hard on trying to beat you :O!!! Good luck :)

[The Distant Horizon]

Such a beautiful piece! We can feel the nostalgia of leaving the land of their childhood, transforming into a series of life changing discoveries. Ending in a somewhat mysterious maybe dark place, open for the next chapter. Very nice production, immersive, not too much distraction so it would sure fit very well as background in many adventure type scenery without stealing the show but by adding to it a lot. I really like episodic compositions that bring us on a less predictable path. Sound quality is good, I like the choice of instruments, composition, vibe and mix. Musicality and immersivity achieved! Hats off, very well done!

HollandAlbright responds:

Thank you for such a thoughtful comment! I really want to score for animated film, so I often think of stories or scenes as I write. I love what you described here about a character leaving their childhood home- it's exciting, but hard to leave what's familiar or comfortable- a coming of age kind of thing. Thank you again! :)

[Netero's Theme]

Good choice of instrument, clean mix, great production quality, I like this evolving theme, it fits quite perfectly for its purpose. Great piece of art altogether with the illustration, the text and music. It requires talent and skill to achieve an immersive experience like what you did here, well done!

Everratic responds:

I'm glad you enjoyed it! I really enjoy your work as well!

[New Perspective]

Is it some 15/8 time signature? I've got an idea recorded somewhere that sounds very close to this rhythmic pattern but in 5/4 😊 Love it and the chord progression. Simple and efficient

OVERSCORE responds:

This is just common time, but I would be very interested to hear your 5/4 similar recording. Glad you enjoyed the simplicity!

[Broken Dream]

Beautiful and touching piece! These harmonies...😭Yet, still full of hope! I love it

HollandAlbright responds:

Thank you so much! I'm glad it spoke to you.

[Posterity]

Wonderful! Very interesting timing. Calm, meditative. What process did you use to achieve this sound?

Phonometrologist responds:

Hi there! When you ask for the "process," are you referring to the composing aspect or the recording?
It all starts with tinkering and improvising on the piano. Eventually it grows from there, but if you're looking for more technical procedures in recording, let me know. Wouldn't want to inundate you with information you don't want.