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what up Mike Cool music, it's got a cinematic flair. You've got some great talent, and your samples sound good. Don't be shy around here, feel free to post more and comment on others' work too; it's the best way to make friends and get feedback on your music. I get Skyrim vibes, and the portamento effects are really cool. Seems like you have a lot to offer the members here 🙂 And welcome! Looking forward to hearing more from you. - A fellow guitarist

Good stuff man, the sound quality of your music is superb. I peered through the score, and the only thing I could find to give feedback on is your piano writing. I didn't always seem very idiomatic to the instrument. For instance, you tend to favor ultra wide chords sometimes that won't sound like how they're written. For example, the pianist would have to roll the LH chords in bars 1 and 4. Is that what you're going for? I'd rewrite the voicings, or if you like them the way they are, roll the chords. You denote arpeggios in other places, so I'd do it there also. I'd use slurs too. Yeah, I know you show pedal markings, but it's still a good idea to write in the slurs for how you want it played. I'm excited for you with the possibility of a performance (that's happening, right?). Keep us updated, and hopefully I stop by this site and see an update from you with a live recording. Regardless of that, kudos on your effort of continuing to better this piece with peer review. That's what this place is for 🙂 Looking forward to future music from you, and thanks for re-re-sharing your music

Hello there I thought the ending figure was cool, but maybe out of place. Like Peter said, you could scrap it all together, or you could incorporate that into your previous cadences. Give a reason to have it as the ending, you know? Some time has passed since you posted this... are you revising it or moving on to other works? Regardless, you seemed to be concentrating on practicing developing your material with this one, and I think you achieved that to some degree. I'm curious on how it sounds after some revisions with the feedback you've received. Nice work 🙂

These are so cool! I honestly like the strings over the harpsichord with microtones... I'm not sure why. Maybe because the style of writing was different? I thought each movement highlighted a different pursuit or thought which was cool. Smart to do little movements instead of trying to cram a bunch of experiments into one. You have a talent for scherzos; they're always fun and jovial. I think the chromaticism really leads to a better use of microtones, they just felt more necessary to me than with the harpsichord piece. But both were good imo. I'd maybe experiment with other scales too in your studies. Dig into Indian music if you haven't already, it's big on it. I know you know this, but if you're ever writing bends and such for guitar or winds, you could dabble at giving quarter tone notation for it. All in all though, well done Peter. I'm sure it's been a nice escape from working on a top secret big piece.

This reminds me of harpsichord music before equal temperament, where each key sounded "off" or out of tune with certain intervals. Like Henry, I didn't think of it as microtonal as much as just being slightly out of tune, but it has a certain charm to it because of that. I'm not very well versed with microtonal music, so perhaps it's just my ears that are off when trying to understand it. However, it's pretty impressive that music software can handle the notations and playback for it. I like that you're exploring this, as it can only help your growth as a composer. I'm interested to hear how your studies with microtonal music impact your future music. 🙂 I'm also curious, since you're digging into the harpsichord, of how your more "you" harmonic style would be effected with microtones. I think it's very easy to cater your music to a more baroque feel with the instrument, but I know deep down your language is more daring. I get that it's an exercise to practice using them, but just curious about further studies. Very cool stuff mate, thanks for sharing

Your performance is great! I love the harmonic direction of your music. It's simple yet elegant, something I always strive for in writing. 🙂 Well done, thanks for sharing!

Wonderful! I've love the jovial atmosphere, and your performances keep getting better and better 🙂 You're a phenomenal player, your articulations are spot on and really bring out the character. The microphone sounds much better than your phone, but maybe have it back from the piano just a bit. You can always raise the volume but can't do anything about clipping from it being too close.

Like Henry, I would have liked the piano to come back, but as is it serves as a nice intro to the piece. I'm curious on the form. It feels unfinished to me, like you were experimenting with reharming a tune you knew well. Why only two variations, and why the ones you chose? I'm assuming it's because you were having fun with a just for fun thing we do here, but maybe you'll add variations in the future? Is it because variations can get stale after a while? Doesn't matter really. You have a way with harmony, and this was no exception. Well done mate 👍

I love the simplicity of this, but it's interesting musically too. I've relistened a few times now, and each time I caught something new. Arvo Part is someone I've revisited here and there, and you inspired me to go back once again. Thanks for sharing

Did you delete it? It was probably miles better than my first

I can't tell if you're a troll or not. If you aren't, then hi. If you are, then nice, I approve. Music sounds like a young guitar student being attacked by bees. 😛 You saved me

How are you so good. As I've said before, you have a way with crafting character in your music. Anyone would be lucky to hire you and have you work with their projects... best of luck in that and keep us updated as always. Also, You might not be allowed to post anymore, don't want to ruin that and all

@Henry Ng Tsz Kiu Your words always mean a lot to me. I feel lucky that you stumbled upon this site and that you're always willing to share so much with so many. There are probably few members here that haven't heard some critique or advice from you, and you freely share without ever asking for anything in return. You first posted your giant clarinet piece here, and you had to wait months for anyone to say anything about your music until Daniel finally gave you perhaps the most in depth review anyone's ever written (I still remember him mentioning he needed a dinner break halfway through haha). And while you waited for even the smallest response, you gave your thoughts to damn near everyone. This place needed you, and even though it's traffic comes and goes, you were a fire when it was in a slower season. I noticed you've regained some vigor in your reviewing here lately, and I'm happy for that. I know your personal life was draining, and that caused a brief absence from me seeing your name scattered all throughout the forum. I'm very happy you're entering a new chapter with your career, and even more happy that your composing and performance goals have reignited. Your presence is cherished and admired here, even when we don't always show you how much you're appreciated. I'm very excited to hear your completed sextet, or new recordings of the piano music you work hard to perfect. It's always a pleasure to hear from you. Ah I stupidly forgot to give credit where credit is due! Here's the snap pizz in the score. Thanks, buddy 💋

Yo! Thanks for listening, I'm glad you dig this. Although, you made the mistake of letting me know you play the trumpet. Prepare for future questions I'll have haha.