Reviews for Memories of a Forgotten Land

[samulis]

Good emotion in this, a nice sense of motion and wonder, but I really think you could benefit from a few things... first, a nice rhythm going on during the "pacing' part around 2 minutes, just a light frame drum or bass drum. Second, choirs dude- some "ooo" in the altos would go perfectly. The harp is a nice touch, but I think the passage around 0:50 could have had more embellishment and motion to it in the harp line.

Overall a very good piece. I am glad to see someone making a serious effort at music of emotional value. :)

Keep compos(ed/ing)!

MichaelJ responds:

I actually experimented with a drum there, but I didn't like. In my opinion, it took away from the mood.
I did use choirs in the piece, maybe they weren't loud enough? They start right at the beginning and then return at 1:34. Now that I listen, I can't really hear them anywhere other than the beginning. That is probably a good thing anyway, because my choir samples don't sound great.
You're probably right about the harp's section. I guess I like to keep things simple. Maybe I'll play around with it a bit.
Thank you for the review, I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[PotentApogee]

Not much need be said about this piece, purely because of that impeccable violin and its ability to clutch at the heartstrings.
Also, you nailed it with your description. This indeed describes a setting of loneliness and abandonment. For me, this is perfect.
5/5

MichaelJ responds:

Aww, thank you.

[Pierceful]

Brilliant. Well done, Michael!

MichaelJ responds:

Thanks, Hierce PaQ!

[Theatr]

Um... wow. Who are we but grains of dust in the passing of time on this world we call Earth.

The way you feature the violin and the emotional pull it brings to the piece almost leaves one speechless. This was an instant download for me. Great job and good luck with the NGADM

MichaelJ responds:

Wow, I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[FrozenFire]

Top contender for the 2013 NAD I feel :)

MichaelJ responds:

Thank you, FrozenFire! :D