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About Kvothe

  • Birthday 05/09/1986

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    Hello Fellow YC Memebers:

    Oh where to begin...

    At an early age, probably when I was in elementary school i started to take piano lessons, and I continued the lessons through college. During this time, I begin I listen to classical music, which I learned from past grandfather--he was always in to classical music. While I never composed anything before college, I had desire too. Thus, I decided to teach myself. The very first I ever read was Schoenberg massive book on harmony. (and the follow up) and his book on musical form. But I felt there was more. So much more. While it covered the basics. It only made me more curious about composition and history.

    I had no proper education. Thus, I decided to major in music. That helped me a lot. But there was also more I need to about Instrumentation and orchestration. Thus, that is where I thought I decided I could teach myself or at least find online course to do it. (and in the process of doing that). So i am "young" in that sense. But not in age. haha.

    I love Beethoven and the romantic composers. But I truly love 20th century composers: Ravel, Debussy, Mahler, Dukas. Holst. My style is hard to pin down.

    Feedback is greatly appreciate.

    Cheers,

    Kvothe.

  • Gender
    Male
  • Location
    Gibsonia PA
  • Interests
    Composing music and Science ficton/fantasy writing.
  • Favorite Composers
    Ravel, Debussy, Bartok, Stavinsky, Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven, The Russian Five, Aaron Copland,Philip Glass,Schoenberg, and ect
  • My Compositional Styles
    Late Classical, Romantic, 20th century
  • Notation Software/Sequencers
    Dorico 5, Cubase 14, , Finale 27, Sibelius
  • Instruments Played
    Piano and Guitar

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  1. Kvothe
    No problem. I felt like read so much that I could do thesis on sonata form. LOL. I wanted to thesis on Romeo-Juliet overture.
  2. Kvothe started following A short piano piece , Should I start with traditional tonality? , Getting a head start. and 5 others
  3. Kvothe
    Hi Matthew. Here's my answer: It is easier to start with tonal harmony vs modern harmony. It is probably better start with tonal, traditional harmony so you can understand modern harmony change that.
  4. Kvothe
    My general advice for those who want to learn the craft--and this will sound cliche--is to start at the beginning. This is known as theory. Most harmony books cover basics first(meter, intervals, etc). But I think, it is best to jump start on those topics by either learning an instrument or self-study. Each of their benefits. When I learned theory, it was through my piano lessons. Teachers either use Alfred or Faber or Faber. Both have theory work book. The theory workbook expands on lessons and provides exercise to train you. So let us say you were learning about 3/4 in a lesson. The theory book would go more in depth and other books that cover aspect of the lesson. The second option is self taught. Alfred has music theory book: Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory: A Complete Self-Study Course for All Musicians (Book & 2 CDs): Surmani, Andrew, Surmani, Karen Farnum, Manus, Morton: 0038081232973: Amazon.com: Books Getting ahead of start on this place you ahead of the class. You can probably skip the chapters on theory and go to next part...counterpoint.
  5. Kvothe
    HI @BlackkBeethoven My advice is using the given melody with harmony is: 1. Create bass line 2. Fill in the middle parts 3. add figurations.
  6. Kvothe
    Yes! His hand span is larger than mine. I can play Maj 9th in the RH. Prelude in C# minor--I do not remember the opus number--doable. But I would never recommend it for beginner. What did you think of the second version? executive choices: 1. Made it more accessible for all levels. 2. Keep the dynamic level same until the end: a slow fade out. 3. I could not find a way does not make the tonic to be heard. I do appreciate the feedback on this piece. 🙂 Kvothe.
  7. Kvothe
    @therealAJGS I like the different textures that are used in this piece. I am curious what used. Do tell.
  8. Kvothe
    @PCC "Mr. big hands" 😄 I am not Sergi Rachmoninov. He has larger hands than me. One of his preludes is challenge for me to play. *sigh*. But I understand the pain with those with small hands. @Henry Ng Tsz Kiu I have adjusted b32-34. I have shifted voice 1 down an octave. mp I feel is correct dynamic for the piece. I want to quite. Something is lurking in the shadows, you know. Version 2 is now attached.
  9. Kvothe
    HI @Henry Ng Tsz Kiu Thank so much for the review. 1. Bach would be rolling in his grave. He avoided direct octaves. I could edit that and make it more playable. 2. Great idea about adding dynamics. That was something I was trying to sort out, but, alas...couldn't. 3. Although the key is F min, I want the tonal focus on the piece to be v (C). And I wanted to use chromaticism to push the piece further away from I. I am glad to share my works, Kvothe. P.s. My musical style and taste is endless. 🙂
  10. Kvothe
    @PeterthePapercomPoser Below you will find my review for your chorale Taste: This piece seemingly uses two traditional Christmas chorales. We can hear how one lead into the other with no hiccups. The general audience might not notice the subtle transition, but those who perform it and the carols will. This will be great piece for concert. Instrumentation: The string accompaniment provides harmonic support for the vocal. We do not hear strings often. It is often an organ. But organs cliche. To answer if this playable? Playable is not correct word. Singable is. Yes a choir can and should. The score can easy to read and follow. No issues here. Others have mentioned: it reminds them of ET 3 or Mozart or Haydn. Those great choices, but homophonic texture with harmonic language reminds of Tchaikovsky; and maybe beethoven?
  11. Kvothe
    Valid point. I thought, maybe, starting at species counterpoint might be easier. 😉
  12. Kvothe
    Unfortunately, I was not able to join this round. The holiday season is busy for me: traveling to see family. However, what I can do, is review member compositions that are not related to the competition. That way, my reviewing activity help in other means. I want to 1:1 ratio for me. I hope others will follow my example. 🙂
  13. Kvothe
    I have book recommendations: 1. You'll need solid ground in counterpoint: Getting Started with Species Counterpoint: Williams, Victoria: 9798296673176: Amazon.com: Books Convertible Counterpoint in the Strict Style (Classic Reprint): Serge Ivanovitch Taneiev: 9780332047874: Amazon.com: Books Counterpoint by Walter Piston (1947) Hardcover: unknown author: Amazon.com: Books Knowing counterpoint, will be your first stop. 🙂 After that, you can move on to harmony, form, and orchestration.
  14. Kvothe
    Hi @UncleRed99 I can hear with this piece could lead to. Your A section is slow. You have homophonic textures and short piano section that creates interest. This is not half bad. Also, the percussion, chimes to add color. I feel that middle section (B) could be faster and have different thematic material and textures. Romeo and Juilet overture does this well: it starts with chorale section. Then slowly builds to A section that leads B section. ABA is the overal structure. 🙂
  15. Kvothe
    Hello everyone! I know it has been a while since I have upload a piece of music. That's because I went to balance uploads with reviewing, and sometimes I might be busy with my own compositions. This piece I am sharing with you is a solo piece for piano. Here is my goals this piece: 1. A short piece no more than 1-2 minutes. 2. I want to a write a piece a minor; however, you do not hear tonic. 3. It uses dissonance to establish dark, foreboding mood 4. You may think...Mussorgsky? Maybe? 5. Uses a short motive through out the piece to create variations. I can not think anything. Let me know what you think. I used to Audacity to render the wav to a mp3.
  16. Kvothe
    I think that is possible: no one ever anyone seriously if they use AI. Midi mockups have to approved by studios before sessions musicians (if there is a budget) can see the score. In a concert works, professional score has to be delivered with parts to the director and the librarian. AI will not cut it.
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