Nocturne
An orchestral ambient exploration
Today’s piece is titled “Nocturne”.
This piece is a little mysterious and a little gritty. When I began writing it I knew I wanted to write an ambient piece like I normally do, but switch out the synthesizers with different orchestral instruments.
I began with replacing the synth pad with the string section by playing a part for the synthesizer like I normally would, and then dividing up the part between the cello, viola, and two violins. And then the bass obviously took the place of the synth bass. Next, I bestowed the honor of the sequence upon the celeste, which I would normally give to a bright sounding synth. Finally, I filled out the song with trombones, bass trombones, flutes, oboes, and bassoon, each playing little improvised melodies or providing support.
Sharing
A Song
“Manhã de Carnaval” by Luiz Bonfa
A Book
The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien
A Quote
“My music is best understood by children and animals.” - Igor Stravinsky
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what do you see when you look at the clouds?
This month’s piece is titled “what do you see when you look at the clouds?”
Absolutely love this piece! I searched out my earbuds--and listened on repeat.
Enjoyed the tension and layers, feels a touch spooky in a good way.