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Thanks! I really appreciate you're feedback. Yes, it's a koto and that flute you hear is a Shakuhachi. It was really fun to research the different types of instruments for traditional Japanese pieces. The drums are Taiko drums, and a Sanshin is also in there (but this is a bit more subtle). 

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Thanks! I really appreciate you're feedback. Yes, it's a koto and that flute you hear is a Shakuhachi. It was really fun to research the different types of instruments for traditional Japanese pieces. The drums are Taiko drums, and a Sanshin is also in there (but this is a bit more subtle). 

Is there some kind of a sound library of world music instruments that you're using when you write music like this?  And also do you write in other indigenous/popular styles of other countries?  That's kind of a neglected genre of music.

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1 hour ago, PaperComposer said:

Is there some kind of a sound library of world music instruments that you're using when you write music like this?  And also do you write in other indigenous/popular styles of other countries?  That's kind of a neglected genre of music.

 

It maybe doesn’t answer your question but some Spitfire LABS libraries have foreign instruments. You won’t find a lot but they are completely free so worth the try!

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1 hour ago, PaperComposer said:

Is there some kind of a sound library of world music instruments that you're using when you write music like this?  And also do you write in other indigenous/popular styles of other countries?  That's kind of a neglected genre of music.

The sound library I'm using for all the world instruments is 'RA' by EWQL.

EWQL are a good library to start out with as they are reasonably priced (compared to similar products) and you can get a universal monthly subscription to all of their products. This is actually the first time I've tried to write something that is heavily inspired by world music.

8 minutes ago, Maqalx said:

It maybe doesn’t answer your question but some Spitfire LABS libraries have foreign instruments. You won’t find a lot but they are completely free so worth the try!

Yeah, the Spitfire Labs are a really good resource. You can also get quite a good free orchestra (BBC Symphony Discover) if you complete a questionnaire on their website.

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5 hours ago, ClasiCompose said:

really successful work and realistic sounds. For a more traditional sound, the effect of the piano can be reduced.

Thanks! Yeah, I agree with this. I was a bit limited with the samples I have, so stuck with the piano as this sounded more natural (even if it is less authentic to the genre). Thanks for sharing that soundtrack, I'm enjoying it.

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