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Hello Young Composers, Today I present a Romance I've been working on for awhile. This is one more of my more edited pieces, I've spent some of the most time on this piece than almost any of my orchestral movements. This piece was written initially with the goal of imitating a Rachmaninoff style Romance. Before you get excited, I can fully say that is not how this piece ended up, but I would still be willing to say this is probably my best piece yet. It's definitely my favorite. I was hoping to save posting this piece until I finished the suite it will be apart of, but I simply have not had the time, motivation, or research to write what I would like. This piece airs on the dramatic side of things. As always criticism is welcome, even if you cannot find the words to make it constructive. I'm especially curious about playability, balance, and formal fluidity.

I see. That's very interesting! Good luck, and all the best in your assignment!

Hi Alex and Peter, I did rework sections with trills and the violin figures. I also discussed the chnages with my mentor. Of course removal of the trills creates some clarity; it also changes the overall feel of the work. So after experimentation - I decided to keep the trills. I believe there inclusion creates a certain atmosphere/tension in the work. Mark

I will survive.

Hiii, this is the final version of one of my excercises for school, as it's in an impressionistic style I decided to give it a french name! It means "arriving boats at the quay" Ejercicio No 13 1.pdf Ejercicio No 13 1.mp3