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Lovely "Schmaltz"! Mark

This is an exquisitely beautiful work with lush harmonies, rhythms, and haunting melodic lines. The interplay between the flute and bassoon is lovely and fun! The piano accompaniment fits like a glove and carries the work forward with sensitivity and energy. This work needs to be performed. The rendering is superb what music library did you use? Mark

Once again thanks for keeping me on my toes with the engraving; sometimes I get so involved/excited with the thematic material etc .... that I forget to make sure the engraving is correct. I will attend to it. Mark

For those who might be interested in the evolution of the work I am posting the finished (99%) version. In this version harmonic structure is enhanced with less doubling. Better transitions, some tweaks to the orchestration (balance) and more attention to articulation. And I gave the tuba a solo! The score is in Concert pitch. I hope you enjoy the composition. 🙂 Mark As always comments appreciated

"Caput Mundi is a Latin phrase meaning "Head of the world" and a nickname for Rome, the ancient capital of the Republic and the Empire..." Can you elaborate on your composition/intent? Mark

Charming .............. reminds me of music by Michel Legrand. Mark

Henry thanks for the review. I understand your point of view and it gave me pause ... and I gave it serious consideration and made a few minor tweaks. However, I would like to share that most of the responses from my orchestra colleagues, friends and mentor found the repetitive rhythmic motif and subsequent variations .... engaging. Mark

Hi all, I chosen a name for the work "Phantom Carousel". There is a hesitant approach and then the ride begins .... it all ends on a happy note. This is the latest version with many tweaks ..... I hope you enjoy this version. Mark

The music absolutely reflects your intent ... as you stated it in your posting. It is an interesting work full of dissonance; however, there is a lovely/intimate musical lyricism - that rings through out. Mark

Wow ... I really enjoyed your harmonic and thematic style here. It is a very individualistic statement ... and the work itself is quite moving in its lyrical tense mood. The clarinet, violin, and piano fit very well together in conveying the feelings presented. Mark

I really enjoyed the technical complexity/skill ... to play your composition. And you played it so beautifully. Yes, it's a bit Chopinesque ... and quite enjoyable to listen to ... Mark

A lovely "Castillian" romance ... perfect as a movie score. I can just imagine the opening scene across the plains of Madrid. Mark

Wonderful texture/color ... lovely change of pace as it moves towards the end. ... Mark

Hi ... a separate .pdf score would be help in examining the score. Mark

Echos of Ennio Morricone ....... 🙂