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Hey there,
I just finished listening to the four pieces, nice job overall! I really like the theme you have come up with and developed in the first two pieces, very mature, somber when it needs to be, and very effective.
I thought the references in the third piece were a little odd... but I can't figure out why. I did think that the cymbal crash almost seems overused to the point where it loses the effect it could have in the Mozart section. Maybe consider adding a chime/tubular bell in its place at some moments, timpani may also help to.
I like the battle track, especially the build at the beginning, and the climactic section following. On first listening, I liked the introduction/inclusion of the main theme at approx. 1:10, but it almost seemed to lessen the effect of the major arrival at the theme at approx. 2:14, i wouldn't take it out though. I think you could make 2:14 more dramatic, and therefore more effective by making the crescendo before it more intense, so the subito piano has more dramatic effect and punch.
I say what I do as constructive criticism, what I would do to improve things, but it is your work, so do what you want with it. You obviously know what you're doing as I like what you have going on so far, and I'd like to hear more if possible. There were several moments that made me think of some of my favorite soundtracks, possibly some soundtracks you may be interested in hearing. Keep up the good work!
What samples/software do you use to compose/record? I like your sound.
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