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The Hamlet Symphony

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(Click here if you don’t see the video)

In my life I’ve done a few things I’m proud of.  For example, I’ve written two books.  The first of these books has undergone extensive revision.  And yet, in my mind these two books combined pale in comparison to the accomplishment of the Hamlet Symphony.  From the first note to the last, every part of this hour long symphony, from notes to phrases to themes to sections to entire movements, interrelate and work together to form a cohesive whole.  A note in the third movement is impossible with one from the second.

As many of you know, I decided to release the symphony back in February.  All I’ll say is that although The Hamlet Symphony may be the culmination of my musical life, it is definitely not my most successful achievement!  The Hamlet Symphony is available on iTunes and Amazon.  It’s also available on CD Baby. Try here for Amazon UK.

The Hamlet Symphony is a companion to the famous play and portrays a little of its complexity in music. There are a few scenes set to music, but this isn’t a straight forward soundtrack, being meant more as a reflection on the characters and the action. In some ways The Hamlet Symphony is the emotional reaction one might have while reading or seeing the play. Continue reading →

The Hamlet Symphony –

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Hamlet - Alt Photo

I try to use my blog as a creative outlet, not as a promotion tool.  That being said, it’s been quite a while since I brought up The Hamlet Symphony.  If you’ve already picked it up, thanks!  But please consider reviewing the music even if your opinion isn’t stellar. (Thanks for the review on Amazon UK, Ali!)  Here is more info about The Hamlet Symphony:

The Hamlet Symphony is a companion to the famous play and portrays a little of its complexity in music. There are a few scenes set to music, but this isn’t a strait forward soundtrack, being meant more as a reflection on the characters and the action. In some ways The Hamlet Symphony is the emotional reaction one might have while reading or seeing the play. Continue reading →

Video – Hamlet Symphony

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Did you wonder where, or why, I just discovered the video “Elliot’s and Sushi’s Dance” that I posted last week?  That’s right, I was mucking about in YouTube setting up a video for the Hamlet Symphony which features the music for the second movement.  If you you don’t see it at the top you can always go directly to it here: Hamlet Symphony video. Continue reading →

Hamlet Symphony Now Available!

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Hamlet Symphony

The Hamlet Symphony is now available on iTunes and Amazon!  It’s also available on CD Baby!

The Hamlet Symphony is a companion to the famous play and portrays a little of its complexity in music. There are a few scenes set to music, but this isn’t a strait forward soundtrack, being meant more as a reflection on the characters and the action. In some ways The Hamlet Symphony is the emotional reaction one might have while reading or seeing the play.

The symphony can be described as visually influenced contemporary tonal classical music covering many moods and emotions, but with an overall dark psychological edge.  This music was created as concert music but is suitable as a soundtrack to a tragedy. Continue reading →

More Information on The Hamlet Symphony

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Hamlet - Alt Photo

The Hamlet Symphony is almost here!  While we are waiting for the official release I’ll tell you a little more about it.

The symphony can be described as visually influenced contemporary tonal classical music covering many moods and emotions, but with an overall dark psychological edge.  This music was created as concert music but is suitable as a soundtrack to a tragedy.

The Hamlet Symphony is a companion to the famous play and portrays a little of its complexity in music. There are a few scenes set to music, but this isn’t a strait forward soundtrack, being meant more as a reflection on the characters and the action. In some ways The Hamlet Symphony is the emotional reaction one might have while reading or seeing the play. Continue reading →

CD Review – Canzoni D’Amore, by Charlotte Hoather

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Canzoni-D-Amore

A little over a month ago I decided to start doing reviews of books written by fellow WP bloggers. Although I didn’t announce it, I also decided to also look into reviews of CDs by fellow bloggers. Here is my first music review, at least the first one for a fellow blogger.

Canzoni D’Amore, an album by soprano Charlotte Hoather, is a mix of art songs/lieder and opera aria. Most of the music is relatively “safe”. You won’t find any of Webern’s lieder or an aria from Berg’s Lulu here. The music being very accessible is understandable for this type of an album. I recognized most of the music, but I wished there was composer info in the files. Continue reading →

Trent’s Classical Music – A Project

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Last Saturday I mentioned I was starting a new music project.  I’m not going to go into any great detail yet, but I’ll give you the lowdown.  I’ve been listening to a lot of the modern classical music I’ve written and I really like it.  I’ve decided to release some of it on CD or mp3 downloads.  I’ve done a little research and find that it is easier than I had thought.  Currently I’m making new, more CD worthy mixes and will soon make a final master.

I’m going to release the music in two waves.  The first one is a major orchestral piece while the second will be piano music.  The two albums won’t come out at the same time but will be staggered by several months. Continue reading →

Review of Pink Floyd and “The Endless River”

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The Endless River(Strange title?  You’ll understand…)

When I was in high school Pink Floyd was my “guilty pleasure” favorite band. Most of the time I would tell people I liked Yes. Yes – how much more positive can you get than that? With their shimmering surfaces and positive messages this was the optimist’s band. But Pink Floyd? They were dark and moody. Continue reading →