Quote: Original post by stenny
Sounds really Final Fantasy Tactics Advancy-like (and thus FF XII too).

Thanks! I am a big fan of Hitoshi Sakimoto's work and he's a huge influence upon me, so I consider that a great compliment.

Quote: Original post by stennyThe first part still needs some power. The player just beat enemies, kicked the hell outta them. What's with the relaxed attitude?

Its interesting that you mention that! :)

From a compositional standpoint, I purposefully want the fanfare to be more relaxed, though stately. The battle track will be sufficiently more intense. Hearing the more relaxed fanfare after a difficult battle will hopefully create a nice contrast for the listener. Thats the plan!

If you are referring to lack of power in an orchestral context, I would like to add more power but I am not sure how to best achieve this naturally and without muddying the whole thing up.

Quote: Original post by Ahnfelt
Very nice tune! Although I think think the new drums right after the initial fanfare sound a bit off (unfortunally I have little education in music, so I can't word it any better), they sound really good when they pick up again in the middle of the track. Keep up the good work!

Thanks!

Quote: Thanks! I am a big fan of Hitoshi Sakimoto's work

Heh, who isn't ;)

Quote: If you are referring to lack of power in an orchestral context, I would like to add more power but I am not sure how to best achieve this naturally and without muddying the whole thing up.

Some tightened up brasses? A louder snare hit? I don't know, but the first part feels a bit loose. The lack of a real solidary rhythm might be the problem here. Try some thingies out, and then we'll see!

BTW: I wouldn't go for a bass, or anything low yes. I think that'd muddy the whole thing up indeed. Pizzicato's might be a nice idea?[smile]

-Stenny