ReMix: Final Fantasy IX 'MelodiesofLife Arranged'
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- Game: Final Fantasy IX (Square, 2000, PS1)
- ReMixer(s): McVaffe
- Composer(s): Nobuo Uematsu
- Song(s): 'Melodies of Life'
- Posted: 2000-10-23, evaluated by djpretzel
Touching - truly, I say that without sarcasm, although those that know me would say I am not the most sentimental person in the world, nevertheless this is a piece that, especially given McVaffe's humanizing treatment, is just beautiful. It builds and flows, aided greatly by McVaffe's interpretation, and is another example of how this particular ReMixer isn't focusing on adding drums or techno elements to original game music but instead rearranging, and hence reinterpreting, the original melody, without vastly altering the style / genre. It's quite cool, actually, and it certainly takes a different set of skills to accomplish as well as McVaffe does. Highly recommended!
Discussion: Latest 15 comments/reviews; view the I already have the FFIX piano arrangement album, and yet I still
love and listen to this piece--what a testament to 'Vaffe's
genius.
Or maybe just a testament to how much of a piano junkie I am.
Either one works, right?
- Lucentas on June 20, 2009
Or maybe just a testament to how much of a piano junkie I am.
Either one works, right?
- Lucentas on June 20, 2009
Probably the only song I enjoyed from the FF9 soundtrack, this
isn't too far removed arrangement-wise, but it does bring things
down a little bit to be a bit more intimate of a setting.
Piano sample could have been a bit more expressive, but otherwise it was very nice, and the source track is very strong.
Total nitpick, but I was *so* expecting a little piano flourish at the end like all piano remixes seem to do, and when it didn't happen, I was disappointed. It just seemed like the ending clunked down without the flourish.
Good stuff.
- OA on April 10, 2008
Piano sample could have been a bit more expressive, but otherwise it was very nice, and the source track is very strong.
Total nitpick, but I was *so* expecting a little piano flourish at the end like all piano remixes seem to do, and when it didn't happen, I was disappointed. It just seemed like the ending clunked down without the flourish.
Good stuff.
- OA on April 10, 2008
when i heard this the first time, i almost cried.
not to mention, i experienced something new, 3 waves of "the chills" during 1 song.
masterful work McVaffe, absolutely beautiful.
- Kulaman on January 25, 2006
not to mention, i experienced something new, 3 waves of "the chills" during 1 song.
masterful work McVaffe, absolutely beautiful.
- Kulaman on January 25, 2006
McVaffe, i adore you. Melodies of Life was the best song on the
FFIX soundtrack, and this remix is the best track i've found on the
site so far. *melts into puddle of happiness*
- YuffieKisaragi on October 20, 2005
- YuffieKisaragi on October 20, 2005
Ahh, the melody of life, brings back memories from when I last
played FF9 long ago( 1 year). Very nice piano with soft strings in
the background which makes this song even more soothing and
beautiful. Thanks Vaffdude.
- Bummerdude on September 22, 2005
- Bummerdude on September 22, 2005
It's been such a long time since I've listened to this
rearrangement.. and it still has the powerful impact that I
remember. Well composed (or should I say re-composed? Hmm.) work
McVaffe. I know to expect quality work from you though, such skill
is expressed in many of your projects.
Taking the time to look back on older songs, rediscovering their beauty.. this is one of my fondest ones I remember. All of the melodies of life are found in this one. :P
- Shhteve on October 7, 2004
Taking the time to look back on older songs, rediscovering their beauty.. this is one of my fondest ones I remember. All of the melodies of life are found in this one. :P
- Shhteve on October 7, 2004
Wow, what a great piece, at just the perfect length. This was one
of the first ones I heard, and it really reminds me of some good
times from back then. I guess you could say I'm a fan of McVaffe's
piano pieces; if you've enjoyed any of his others, you will not be
disappointed with this one at all. A nice piano piece that seems to
do just about everything right; this one should not go unheard.
- Something Else on August 25, 2004
- Something Else on August 25, 2004
Great piano work by McVaffe. If you like great piano pieces,
McVaffe, or FFIX you should like this(which should be about
everyone). While it is changed a bit from the original I think it
is balanced well in that it is not too close to the original and
not too far from it either.
- Eric Cartman on January 17, 2004
- Eric Cartman on January 17, 2004
Being the romantic sap that I am (laugh all you want, I can't help
it) I loved the original verison of this song. What's happened in
this remix is the loud strings section has been quieted to
background noise, and the piano has taken over. A couple slight
variations on the original melody make this piece unique, but
frankly I prefer it because it's so similar to the original.
So here's the deal: If you dig piano (I and my girlfriend do), or if you like songs that have that romantic feel to them, this remix is for you. If you don't fit into one of the above categories, you probably wouldn't appreciate this. ^_^;
9/10
- Rucianu on July 15, 2003
So here's the deal: If you dig piano (I and my girlfriend do), or if you like songs that have that romantic feel to them, this remix is for you. If you don't fit into one of the above categories, you probably wouldn't appreciate this. ^_^;
9/10
- Rucianu on July 15, 2003
Its a really beautiful piece, it must be said.
I'd say it brought a tear to my eye...except that it didnt, but ONLY because Im in college right now...had I been at home then the tear would be in my eye :P
I like the sharpness and quality of the piano sampling and really wish I could mic mine so well
The first introduction of the strings was too subtle for my liking...they sounded like just something going on behind me that kinda irritated me a little.
But when they actually become properly audible, they were as beautiful as the rest of the track.
¿My only query is that wasnt something strikingly similar to this on the OST?
That or the piano collections CD, but I *know* I have something that sounds so much like this on one of my CD's already.
- Eccles on June 24, 2003
I'd say it brought a tear to my eye...except that it didnt, but ONLY because Im in college right now...had I been at home then the tear would be in my eye :P
I like the sharpness and quality of the piano sampling and really wish I could mic mine so well
The first introduction of the strings was too subtle for my liking...they sounded like just something going on behind me that kinda irritated me a little.
But when they actually become properly audible, they were as beautiful as the rest of the track.
¿My only query is that wasnt something strikingly similar to this on the OST?
That or the piano collections CD, but I *know* I have something that sounds so much like this on one of my CD's already.
- Eccles on June 24, 2003
This is a beautiful song. Truly. Far better then the original. I
have tried to play it on the piano before, and it didnt come out
nearly half this well. I would love to skate to this song, it has
the perfect amount of emotion. Perfect score.
- Moiraine on January 22, 2003
- Moiraine on January 22, 2003
First post. I love this. I enjoyed the original and felt genuinly
offended by the Techno remix. This is a beautiful piece of work, I
love it, so very very well done.
- Sheepdemon on January 13, 2003
- Sheepdemon on January 13, 2003
I was listening to this, and i heard the lyrics in my head. It was
cool i had t save it. It was refreshing to hear a good remix of a
song. :)
- Morisato Keiichi on January 13, 2003
- Morisato Keiichi on January 13, 2003
The key to this mix was selection. The original track is very
emotional, and a piano arrangement only adds to that. To add more
greatness to the equation, it's by McVaffe. Sticking close to the
original was the best thing he could have done with this piece, yet
he still gave it enough individuality to let it stand on its own
feet. Very nice, very well produced.
- Straziante on December 3, 2002
- Straziante on December 3, 2002
Very well done. The pace was kept right, the right instruments were
used, and the overall melody was kept intact. I definately like
this one. I don't know if it's much of a remix, but oh well. 9 out
of 10 for this one. Nice job.
And yea, it is a touching song. I get emotional when I hear beautiful music too. :cry:
- BMXJouster on December 2, 2002
And yea, it is a touching song. I get emotional when I hear beautiful music too. :cry:
- BMXJouster on December 2, 2002
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