DragonAvenger Posted August 14, 2011 Share Posted August 14, 2011 ⦁ Pyro Paper Planes ⦁ Christopher Foss ⦁ http://www.youtube.com/user/PyroPaperPlanes ⦁ 25144 ⦁ Metroid Prime 3: Corruption ⦁ Melting Sun ⦁ Samus vs. Rundas ⦁ Composed by Kenji Yamamoto ⦁ http://ocremix.org/game/518/metroid-prime-3-corruption-wii Comments: One aspect I enjoy about a remix is how it can not only stir old memories but also how it can put them under a new light. When I was invited to contribute to the "Harmony of a Hunter" project, one of my goals was to produce a song that completely contrasted the style of the original song. I decided to choose one of the more recent popular tracks in the series, Samus vs. Rundas. To write such a contrasting piece, I decided to go with something I'd never done before: a piano solo. I'd always wanted to release a piano solo, but I was never too sure how to go about it. I would always put it off for a later date. With the newly set deadline of the 25th Anniversary and "Harmony of a Hunter", I sat down and began to work. I went through several iterations for the introduction. One version even sounded very similar to JigginJonT's "The Flooded Plain", a piece that was very influential to me. I ended up restructuring the first three chords of the original theme. At the beginning, I had included the second phrase of the battle in the arrangement. I could never quite get it to fit with the rest of the song. It just didn't work with the emotions of the rest of the song. I ended up with this little improvised part that I loved so much, that I decided to replace it in the final song. And there you have it. I present a song that's dedicated to the memory of Rundas. Enjoy. ------------------ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OceansAndrew Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 Excellent dynamics, this is really a case where the emotional impact of having a wide range of velocities is enhanced. The arrangement is nice, and really brings the intensity down to make room for the emotion. The use of rubato was good, and the alterations felt nice to me, though due to the more minimalist sections, I didn't quite catch the source everywhere. THe improv section fit well though, and overall I really enjoyed this one. Yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DragonAvenger Posted October 3, 2011 Author Share Posted October 3, 2011 I've gotta say, I was not expecting a delicate piano remix to come from that source. It was a pleasant surprise, and I think there's a ton of good things you've done here. The expression in the piano is really good, and it really convey's a feeling of sadness or regret, or a remembrance of someone. I will agree that there are times when things are a little light on source, but I think as a whole it is presented well, and this was a great listen. YES Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Orichalcon Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Terrific gentle piece, which segued perfectly in zircon and C-GPO's track on the album. I had no issues with this on the album and I have no issue with it passing here. Well done, 3P. YES Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halc Posted October 28, 2011 Share Posted October 28, 2011 yeah, the arrangement and performance were so emotive and heartfelt, I loved it. no qualms here, this is a beautiful piece. YES Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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