Pianoteqenthusiast wrote:Symphony I ( An incipient-atmosphere opening)
(an incipient-atmosphere opening meaning just beginning, in an early initial stage, coming into existence)
Describing the opening of this strange, unconventional, and modern "symphony" requires words that capture its unexpected sounds, free form, and unique atmosphere.
As a listener, you might try to focus on how it breaks traditional rules, the emotions it evokes, and the novel ways the instruments are used.
The timbre: Rough, sharp, metallic, or dreamlike….
The melody: Entirely absent, or leaping wildly between notes rather than following a graceful curve….
The rhythm: Uneven, surprising, jagged, or like a ticking clock losing its beat….
The structure: It does not follow the traditional classical form of four distinct movements; it might consist of a single long section or ten short ones….
The contrasts: Shifting from total silence to deafening noise in a split second…..
The technique: Plucking strings, blowing into instruments without producing a musical note, or incorporating electronic sounds….
The mood: Desolate, chaotic, space-like, ghostly, or reminiscent of industrial machinery….
The effect: Does it feel like an auditory journey through an unknown world or a stressful metropolis—or perhaps just some distorted nonsense?Symphony I An incipient-atmosphere opening
Organteq Pianoteq + drums
Presets used: A Clockwork organ, Tubular Bells original, Baroque church, Syngular Bass Saw Flat, Classical Guitar Electrified, Syngular Pad Mixed Choir, Drums Deep Rolling Break Mac mini, Drums Thick Hats Break Mac mini, Orchestra Strings 27 Mac minihttps://forum.modartt.com/uploads.php?f...pening.mp3
All the best, everyone
Stig
Fascinating work, Stig!
The idea of an 'incipient-atmosphere opening' really comes through in the sheer variety of textures you've woven together here. Using Organteq alongside Pianoteq's synth engines and those breakbeats creates an incredible tension—it feels both ancient and completely futuristic, like an industrial landscape waking up.
The abrupt shifts in timbre (from the sharp metallic plucked tones to that desolate pad/choir space) keep you constantly on edge.
A really bold, evocative sonic experiment!
Greetings from Italy
Carmelo
Thank you carmelo for a wonderful comment. I'm very happy.
Best wishes,
Stig
]]>very cool Stig! i like all the different things going on. i got a strong Charles Ives vibe, which is great because i really like his stuff
Thank you so much budo. I'm very glad you liked it.
Best wishes,
Stig
]]>Symphony I ( An incipient-atmosphere opening)
(an incipient-atmosphere opening meaning just beginning, in an early initial stage, coming into existence)
Describing the opening of this strange, unconventional, and modern "symphony" requires words that capture its unexpected sounds, free form, and unique atmosphere.
As a listener, you might try to focus on how it breaks traditional rules, the emotions it evokes, and the novel ways the instruments are used.
The timbre: Rough, sharp, metallic, or dreamlike….
The melody: Entirely absent, or leaping wildly between notes rather than following a graceful curve….
The rhythm: Uneven, surprising, jagged, or like a ticking clock losing its beat….
The structure: It does not follow the traditional classical form of four distinct movements; it might consist of a single long section or ten short ones….
The contrasts: Shifting from total silence to deafening noise in a split second…..
The technique: Plucking strings, blowing into instruments without producing a musical note, or incorporating electronic sounds….
The mood: Desolate, chaotic, space-like, ghostly, or reminiscent of industrial machinery….
The effect: Does it feel like an auditory journey through an unknown world or a stressful metropolis—or perhaps just some distorted nonsense?Symphony I An incipient-atmosphere opening
Organteq Pianoteq + drums
Presets used: A Clockwork organ, Tubular Bells original, Baroque church, Syngular Bass Saw Flat, Classical Guitar Electrified, Syngular Pad Mixed Choir, Drums Deep Rolling Break Mac mini, Drums Thick Hats Break Mac mini, Orchestra Strings 27 Mac minihttps://forum.modartt.com/uploads.php?f...pening.mp3
All the best, everyone
Stig
Fascinating work, Stig!
The idea of an 'incipient-atmosphere opening' really comes through in the sheer variety of textures you've woven together here. Using Organteq alongside Pianoteq's synth engines and those breakbeats creates an incredible tension—it feels both ancient and completely futuristic, like an industrial landscape waking up.
The abrupt shifts in timbre (from the sharp metallic plucked tones to that desolate pad/choir space) keep you constantly on edge.
A really bold, evocative sonic experiment!
Greetings from Italy
Carmelo
(an incipient-atmosphere opening meaning just beginning, in an early initial stage, coming into existence)
Describing the opening of this strange, unconventional, and modern "symphony" requires words that capture its unexpected sounds, free form, and unique atmosphere.
As a listener, you might try to focus on how it breaks traditional rules, the emotions it evokes, and the novel ways the instruments are used.
The timbre: Rough, sharp, metallic, or dreamlike….
The melody: Entirely absent, or leaping wildly between notes rather than following a graceful curve….
The rhythm: Uneven, surprising, jagged, or like a ticking clock losing its beat….
The structure: It does not follow the traditional classical form of four distinct movements; it might consist of a single long section or ten short ones….
The contrasts: Shifting from total silence to deafening noise in a split second…..
The technique: Plucking strings, blowing into instruments without producing a musical note, or incorporating electronic sounds….
The mood: Desolate, chaotic, space-like, ghostly, or reminiscent of industrial machinery….
The effect: Does it feel like an auditory journey through an unknown world or a stressful metropolis—or perhaps just some distorted nonsense?Symphony I An incipient-atmosphere opening
Organteq Pianoteq + drums
Presets used: A Clockwork organ, Tubular Bells original, Baroque church, Syngular Bass Saw Flat, Classical Guitar Electrified, Syngular Pad Mixed Choir, Drums Deep Rolling Break Mac mini, Drums Thick Hats Break Mac mini, Orchestra Strings 27 Mac mini
https://forum.modartt.com/uploads.php?f...pening.mp3
All the best, everyone
Stig
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