Learning a New Instrument

Tyguy80s

I used to animate flash cartoons as a teen, but now I compose contemporary orchestral and classical music. Instruments I Play Guitar, Ukulele, and Clarinet/Bass Clarinet.

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Learning a New Instrument

Posted by Tyguy80s - October 1st, 2017

So, I decided to quit being a poser and actually rented the instrument that I write soo much music for. As of right now, I'm squeaking my neighbors into a coma. Maybe in a year or two I'll be able to play my own songs and truly enjoy this instrument.

Also, I finished the prelude to the third movement so that's something to look forward to. So currently I'm orchestrating Trust in Despair, then Theme of Distrubed Wind will be the finale to that movement. There's one more movement after that, then some proofreading and I think it'll be done then. At this rate, the symphony might be out for listening in a month.

Thanks for listening and reading and appreciating everyone. Have fun!

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Troisnyx 2017-10-01 18:17:23

I see it at last. I remember you told me about it. All the very best with it!

Tyguy80s 2017-10-01 18:17:23

Thank you :) It's weird though, unlike guitar or piano, each and every five notes or so is like a whole new challenge. Imagine playing an adventure game, but to get into each room you need a key which is within reach but constantly being yanked by that GEICO fisherman (it's an old commercial in America but definitely on YouTube). It's a slightly different air flow for every set of notes and, honestly, it's frustrating. Of course, figuring it out is satisfying but requires patience like no other instrument.

zybor 2017-10-01 22:05:08

Still better than me, at least you can play a woodwind instrument.

Tyguy80s 2017-10-01 22:05:08

I can squeak on a woodwind instrument ;) Oh well, it just takes practice and time. Say, do you play any instruments or are you a Fruity Loops genius?

zybor 2017-10-03 11:20:19

Both really. I taught myself piano and guitar only recently. I have no knowledge in any form of theory. I play by ear and instinct.

Tyguy80s 2017-10-03 11:20:19

Which probably explains the fluidity of your work. It's good to know theory, but sometimes it can feel a little caging trying to keep key signatures and tempos in mind unless you REALLY know your theory and can intelligently decide how to properly notate some crazy idea.

Learning about modal interchange and atonality, things that make music more flexibility, can sometimes be about as frustrating as high school algebra. Honestly, from the sound of your music your instincts prove well anyhow. Good for you on having an ear for catchy tunes. I wish I had that :)

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