Learning is an integral part of an art. It's what allows us to get into the field, and it's what we use to develop our skills and improve our future creations. That last part is the focus of this thread; a place where composers share their works, and others provide their wisdom in the form of feedback. Anyone is welcome to provide sensible feedback, and discussion of whatever techniques or methodologies are shared are highly encouraged.
But before you go off and make a mess of my thread
, I'd like you to read through the sections that apply to you.Creations~
For those who wish to share their works.
It's advised that you only include one to three songs per post, but if you really insist, you can post as much music as you want. (Just don't expect good feedback if you go this route) When you post however, please follow the below guideline.
Track Title :
Description :
Usage :
Tools used : (Optional)
Example post~
<Link to YouTube video>
Track Title : Rise and Fall
Description : This song is supposed to represent the passing of time. Though I wanted it to express a feeling of sadness as well.
Usage : Rise and Fall is going to be used in Tales of Friends <Link here> ('cause I'm cool
), in a scene where one of the characters talks to the MC about life, and how things come to pass. Tools used : Cubase 6, Symphobia 2, True Strike 2, & Alicia's Keys.
Feedback~
For those who wish to share their thoughts and wisdom on posted creations.
Remember, anyone can post feedback. (Just make sure it's sensible!) When posting, you can provide feedback to as many songs as you want, though it makes things less chaotic if you keep it down to one or three songs. Whatever you do, please follow the below guideline.
<Poster's Name Followed By Song Name> (Or something similar)
<Feedback below>
Example Song Post~ (Posted by MrDudeBro39)
Track Title : Rise and Fall
Description : This song is supposed to represent the passing of time. Though I wanted it to express a feeling of sadness as well.
Usage : Rise and Fall is going to be used in Tales of Friends <Link here> ('cause I'm cool
), in a scene where one of the characters talks to the MC about life, and how things come to pass. Tools used : Cubase 6, Symphobia 2, True Strike 2, & Alicia's Keys.
Example Feedback Post~
MrDudeBro39's Rise and Fall
I thought the usage of the Uillean Pipes (Bagpipes) put a nice, natural quality into the song. However the melody played by the piano is somewhat boring, since there's so little variation. I believe that you should work on varying up your melodies. You can improve your melodic lines by using different note lengths, or with different amounts of notes per phrase. (E.g. 3 notes - pause - 2 notes - pause - etc.)
Another thing. Given the scene in the game, I think the drums you used makes the song feel way more epic than it should be. Unless there's some sort of battle involved, you should really tone down those big drums!
Counter-Example Feedback Post~
Whatever his name is.
It sucked eggs bro.
Feedback Discussion~
For those who wish to post about feedback.
Anyone is welcome to discuss the feedback that's given here. (There's not much else to say besides that!)
Example Feedback Post~ (Posted by MsGalSista93)
MrDudeBro39's Rise and Fall
I thought the usage of the Uillean Pipes (Bagpipes) put a nice, natural quality into the song. However the melody played by the piano is somewhat boring, since there's so little variation. I think you should work on varying up your melodies. You can improve your melodic lines by using different note lengths, or with different amounts of notes per phrase. (E.g. 3 notes - pause - 2 notes - pause - etc.)
Another thing. Given the scene in the game, I think the drums you used makes the song feel way more epic than it should be. Unless there's some sort of battle involved, you should really tone down those big drums!
Example Feedback Discussion Post~
@MsGalSista93
Oh...my gosh! I compose a little myself, and I always wondered why my melodies seemed to be lacking. I mean...I can establish the mood pretty well and all, but my songs just aren't interesting enough. (They don't have that extra hook!) After reading your post, I realize that my melodies need more variation in them. I should be able to make my songs more exciting and interesting now, so thanks alot! Oh, and while I'm at it, do you think that the same principles apply to chords? Is it better if they differ a bit? Or should they be pretty uniform?
Resource Feedback and Suggestions~
For those with anything to say about the resource itself.
Post feedback or suggestions here if you wish, or PM me. Whichever you prefer.
Example Resource Feedback and Suggestion Post~
Yeah, the red text at the top of the OP looks pretttttty evil, you should totally change it. Oh, and you should add a section for people like me...well, okay, not "people". See, I'm an alien
Assuming you've read what you needed to, go crazy.
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