"Ascension" (Includes MP3 & Score)

[iNCLUDES MP3 AND SCORE (Finale PrintMusic)]

Introduction:

"Ascension," written for Orchestra, is a piece I wrote to illustrate the Ascension of Christ. It can be viewed non-religiously as well. Musically, the song introduces the melody in the beginning, then ascends to a climax of joy, and then has a conclusion.

About:

"Ascension", written in early 2007, is my fourth piece made with Finale PrintMusic. The sole purpose of writing this piece was to listen to its playback. That will explain the unecessary use of some instruments and as well as over/under-powering use of dynamics. Because I'm very busy with school and work, this piece took about 3 months to complete. One of the greatest difficulties was finding the perfect transition section. I believe it's very important to put a section that has a transition to make a nice contrast from the main melody. I hope you find the transition section to be pleasing.

Instrumentation:

I added the typical string section and french horn being the counter melody. I also added in an oboe, flute, harp, piano, and choir. Because I'm a Euphoniumist, I also added a Euphonium and Tuba (even though Euphoniums are rarely used in Orchestral arrangements).

Influence

I based some of the chords in this piece from the 2004 movie, "The Time Machine" by composer Klaus Badelt. I like the use of switching between major and minor keys. (Bb major chord to F minor chord.) It makes pieces more interesting as the mood can vary.

LISTEN/SCORE:

http://www2.hawaii.edu/~kkching/Ascension.mp3

http://www2.hawaii.edu/~kkching/Ascension.MUS

I would much appreciate everyone's help in giving their very honest opinion.

Mahalo

It sounds nice. Sometimes the flute sample sounds really...hokey. But I liked it. I havent heard the Time Machine, so I would have to hear that before I could give you an honest crit. You could have just ripped it, or maybe the influence wasnt that severe.

Your MP3 doesn't sound that great, but I opened the file up in my PrintMusic (with my replaced soundfont file) and used my soundcard's reverb and IT SOUNDS AMAZING!

GREAT JOB! One of my favorites

Thanks!! :]