Adagio [Temporary name] [Real recording]

Thanks for the review! :)

Oh and about the trumpets... Trumpets in C are pretty much non-existent where I live. :P

It really doesn't matter what kind of Trumpet you write for, whether it's a C trumpet or a Bb trumpet. The differences are slightly more vibrant, brighter tones in the upper register of the C Trumpet. But the ranges are pretty much the same and it's no easier to play one instrument or the other in the upper register.

Correct me if I'm wrong (anyone who knows for sure), but most intermediate trumpet players have no problem switching between the two instruments due to transposition differences. I'm fairly certain we write C Trumpet as transposing, but I honestly don't remember if this is one of those quirky things about instrument names where we don't write transposed lines because the instrument is a "C" trumpet. AH well, no biggie.

This is a very nice work. Listening to it is pleasure. Sometimes you really seem to suggest in your music some of the influences already mentioned. After the opening, I was somehow expecting a little more contrapuntal activity and elaboration throught the piece. But this is me, of course. Keep up the good work!

It really doesn't matter what kind of Trumpet you write for, whether it's a C trumpet or a Bb trumpet. The differences are slightly more vibrant, brighter tones in the upper register of the C Trumpet. But the ranges are pretty much the same and it's no easier to play one instrument or the other in the upper register.

Correct me if I'm wrong (anyone who knows for sure), but most intermediate trumpet players have no problem switching between the two instruments due to transposition differences. I'm fairly certain we write C Trumpet as transposing, but I honestly don't remember if this is one of those quirky things about instrument names where we don't write transposed lines because the instrument is a "C" trumpet. AH well, no biggie.

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C Trumpet is a *non-transposing* instrument. If the composer wants C Trumpets, then they're written in concert pitch. Sometimes if the part is in Bb and no Bb instrument is available (and vice versa), then the players will transpose on the fly. This is especially true with F Trumpet parts of old where one would have to transpose up a 5th (on a Bb Trumpet).

There's debate actually that it may be *easier* to play in the upper register on the Bb Trumpet because of the larger tubing. That's one of the reasons Bb is used in Jazz bands. Though the difference is slight at best and not of concern to the average composer.

I still have yet to see a C trumpet in real life. :P

Oh and by the way, I forgot to mention one more very important influence for me - Howard Hanson, one of my favorite non-film composers. :)

O_O

Wowza.

[insert Words here]

Cannot think of what to type in response to this.

Amazing^2.

Some parts of this reminded me of John Williams. <- 90000+ coolpoints for that.

When you get rich and famous ... you're gonna have to send me your out dated programs xP

All what could be said is already posted. I'll just add another 10/10 vote and "favorite" it. Beautiful.

Absolutely captivating.

-Braden

Very beautiful.. I can hear exactly the mood you were going for. Wonderful arrangement of the melodies.. very nice transitions from section to section.. I can hear a bit of John Williams in here Beautiful Job!!

Awesome! Ten stars for real. Upload the full work.

It really doesn't matter what kind of Trumpet you write for, whether it's a C trumpet or a Bb trumpet. The differences are slightly more vibrant, brighter tones in the upper register of the C Trumpet. But the ranges are pretty much the same and it's no easier to play one instrument or the other in the upper register.

I'm fairly certain we write C Trumpet as transposing, but I honestly don't remember if this is one of those quirky things about instrument names where we don't write transposed lines because the instrument is a "C" trumpet. AH well, no biggie.

:blink:

C Trumpet is a *non-transposing* instrument. If the composer wants C Trumpets, then they're written in concert pitch. Sometimes if the part is in Bb and no Bb instrument is available (and vice versa), then the players will transpose on the fly. This is especially true with F Trumpet parts of old where one would have to transpose up a 5th (on a Bb Trumpet).

There's debate actually that it may be *easier* to play in the upper register on the Bb Trumpet because of the larger tubing. That's one of the reasons Bb is used in Jazz bands. Though the difference is slight at best and not of concern to the average composer.

Everything here is mostly right. Orchestras nowadays typically use Cs, but Bbs are far from unusual. They're basically the same deal as far as the composer is concerned. C trumpet is slightly (very slightly) more vibrant and brilliant. C trumpet is a concert pitch instrument, there is no transposition in the part or in the playing.

Bb trumpets are used in Jazz bands because of tradition. The C trumpet is a higher trumpet and is actually easier to play higher notes with. That's a non-issue in this case.

Correct me if I'm wrong (anyone who knows for sure), but most intermediate trumpet players have no problem switching between the two instruments due to transposition differences.

There is no issue with transposing. It's kinda like setting your keyboard to transpose up two semitones.

But Cs do blow differently and have some different recommended fingerings than the Bbs. It's not like a Bb player who's never played one before can pick a C up and play with the same facility. He'd play quite a few notes out of tune and would probably be out of sorts readjusting his ear to hear "C" being a whole step higher than he's used to.

[edit] I don't like to do things like this, but I have to ask:

who is it that puts a dock on my "reputation" half the time I chime in on trumpet stuff? I am a teacher and professional trumpet player, guys. I'm listing pure facts, here. If you have a problem with what I'm saying, grow up and tell it to my face instead of taking anonymous potshots.

It's all in the spirit of music. Nameless poo-pooing ain't.

I can't stop to listening this.

Beautiful Opening, absolutely captured me straight away.

I love the fact that you haven't constricted yourself to conventional harmony, the use of the flute on chromatics is fantastic.

You keep interest and drive throughout without 'tricks', which is definitely not an easy feat.

great interplay between lines, lovely rhythms.

A definite favorite.

I really liked this. My only complaint is that some of the sections, I feel there is little depth to your material. You hve the melody and harmony.. I think a third layer of sound would really benefit this (subjective comment). That said, I really like your originality here. It's traditional but not copying anothers sound. That's a strong plus. 10/10 and favorited.

I hate to arrive late to a thread like this...

This is excellent, (but I still want to hear the rest) I think I would not change anything, doesn't matter the few details in the recording, everything sounds really nice with a real orchestra, (I would do anything to listen my own ones).

I don't use to visit Orchestra except when I post, (I did a few days ago) but I'll try to pay more attentions here, this one was really nice.

Very advanced. How did you go about getting a real recording?

Very advanced. How did you go about getting a real recording?

My composition professor is also a conductor.

Link to the piece for those who are having trouble:

http://www.youngcomposers.com/profile/music/Max%20Castillo/composition?entry=43269

Thanks, I edited the OP, it works now.

nice!

Tokkemon: This is a very awesome piece. Lots of motion and emotion.

Tokkemon: This is a very awesome piece. Lots of motion and emotion.

that's nice but why are you telling Tokkemon this when I'm the author

Some things just can't be said directly to people ;) Nice piece and recording!

This is an excerpt from a Theme and Variations piece I wrote for my composition exam.

So, is this a variation of an earlier theme you wrote in the string of works, or is it something you put in there to give the overall piece more than a "just written for a grade" feel? Judging from your description, you don't sound too keen on the rest of the movements :lol:

This is a really fantastic and emotional piece -- it sounds like an ending credits theme to a positively epic movie. Thank you very much for sharing it with us all :D

Great piece! I would like to look at it a little closer. It appears that I can't view the entire score...is this correct? For the PDF is starting in the middle of the piece...

It's a variation on a theme (or motif) I wrote earlier.

The PDF starts from this variation. Don't mind the extra few measures from the previous variation.