Absolutely terrific. Contrary to what another reviewer said, I actually really like the flute. I could definitely visualize this being in a film.

If I HAD to find a criticism, it would be the mixing right at the top of the crescendo. The rapid lower-end strings seem to overpower the rest of the mix, and it kind of detracts from the dynamic range of the section. But if you were going for that overpowering feeling, then you nailed it.

I think my favorite part is that section between 1:46 and 2:00. Actually, maybe my criticism is influenced from the fact that the choir is no longer front-and-center after the cello(?) comes in. I just really love that choir.

Still, the whole thing is totally deserving of 5 stars. It's really great.

Wow, cool. Happy Pico Day (though it's late...)

Wonderful work as always. I like the steady progression. If you look at the soundwave of the piece, you can clearly tell it's building up to something. It's also nice that the "musicians" don't seem to be 100% in sync at all times - at least in the early parts - as it gives the piece an additional sense of realism.
It's nice to hear a new (or old :p) track from you. I hope you've been, and are doing well!

Beautiful minimalist strings at the beginning. I love the contrapuntal nature of it too. The intricate rhythm of the flute at 1:05 didn't suit the texture entirely well imo, and the next minute or so is largely characterized by rapidly shifting foreground textures (first flute, then strings, flute again, then organ, vocals, etc.). I just thought the piece lost its sense of directionality a tad in the middle section there. That said, the piece comes together really well by around the 2-minute mark, and I love the dark answer by the cello and bass at the very end. Overall very strong stuff. I think your style has changed quite a bit since 2007 judging by this, but this piece still has a great dramatic and organic vibe. Keep it up, Phonometrologist!