Sylva Sylvarum - Greg Harradine
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Sylva Sylvarum represents a new structural concept I've come up with. Meaning "forest of forests", I lifted the phrase from the title of a book by Francis Bacon, posthumously published back in the heady days of 1626. The title brought to my mind a possible three-part structure:
1. Entering the forest
2. Reaching a clearing (a moment of clarity)
3. Departing the forest
Musically, this would consist of an opening section with a sense of gathering momentum, a central section where we hear the main melodic theme of the piece, and a final section with a sense of movement again to bring the piece to a close.
I found this structure very fulfilling creatively, especially for a short piece such as this. You will hear that, unusually for me, I've added bass and drums to the opening and closing sections. Yea or nay, to the drums and bass?
I may well return to the Sylva Sylvarum structure in future compositions.
Thanks to JR Korpa, Kevin Schmid and Martin Sanchez for the images used in this video.
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Your tracks transport me to another world. Here for this musical journey! 🎵💖
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
That's wonderful to hear, thank you!
it's not just a piece it's a theme.. my all time favorite..
Wow, I love how it travels in differents places without losing it's unity.
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Michael, I appreciate that.
Yes, so interesting. intro-main-end, deployment-expansion-decay, yes, really interesting in music that not long. I like it!
@GregHarradineComposer
11 ай бұрын
Thanks, I appreciate that!
Such a wonderful composition, Greg! This sounds fantastic 👏👏
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Laura - kind of you to say!
What a lovely composition!! Starting with a great beat and coming into this very dreamy phase and back - this is wonderful 👏🏻 The ending is absolutely gorgeous ✨
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your kind words. I'm glad you think the structure of this piece works!
Beautiful, Greg. Coming into the clearing - what a beautiful thought xxxx
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Rachel - your opinion is one I value very highly, so I shall wallow in those kind words for a while! xxx
Cool addition of drums! And I really like that 5/4 and 5/8 in the beginning.
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Bethany! It was a lot of fun adding the drums, even if it felt at times a bit frivolous!
Woe... This sense of atmosphere is amazing... Jeepers.... Well done Greg.
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks, I appreciate that!
So beautiful music🎼♪Amazing💚💫
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, I really appreciate hearing your thoughts!
Congrats dear friend for your wonderful and impressive performance, it's melodious and intense at the same time! I enjoyed it a lot! Thank you and have a lovely week, stay safe and all the best! See you soon again LIKE 21🙏🙏🤩
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Krystèle, I really appreciate you listening. Hope all's well with you!
Greg. Respect a lovely piece of music well done 👌
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, I appreciate that.
Wow ❤ such a dynamic musical adventure. I love the way the story develops in three parts! The drums are an interesting and welcome addition to your composition. You’re so super talented 🙌 new subscriber here 💯🎶✨
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your kind words! The three-part structure was a new approach for me - I might use this structure in another piece soon, I enjoyed how it worked!
This is incredible Greg!:) such an incredible arrangement! Loved this mix, and how the arpeggios develop - so cool!:) Awesome dynamics too, loved this!:) Subbed!:) Looking forwards to hearing more:)
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks, very kind of you to say!
멋진 선율!! 아름다운 시긴을 갖는 힐링타임이네요♡ 공유해주셔서 감사합니다 🙏🏽 당신의 채널을 구독하고 응원합니다 👍💖👍💖🎹✨️
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
매우 감사합니다
@pearlpiano9535
Жыл бұрын
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It's beautiful Greg and a big thumbs up from me for the drum and bass. ❤
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Anita, great to hear from you! Hope all's well with you. I like the drums and bass too, glad you agree!
such a lovely composition -- the different movements are very distinctive and enchanting -- as is the entire piece!
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your kind comment!
👍42 This performance is a masterpiece. Your musicality is truly outstanding. 🌟
@GregHarradineComposer
8 ай бұрын
Very kind of you to say, thank you!
It was a very wonderful music✨ Thank you for showing me the sheet music,and it was easy to understand the flow of music. My heart was filled with beautiful music and wonderful techniques😊
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Mikke, I appreciate that!
Questa composizione è veramente stupenda!! L' ho ascoltata fino al termine: molto particolare, a tratti dolce, a tratti struggente: complimenti 👏👏👏. Un grandissimo like 👍
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Troppo gentile, grazie per le belle parole.
Amazing. Bravo! I like it.
This is a very beautiful piece of music with awesome arrangements. Very inspiring indeed. I'm blessed you share this with us. ❤❤❤.
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, I appreciate that!
Very nice composition, Greg! A big congratulations and thank you for this beautiful musical page on the piano, I love !!
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Fabrice, I appreciate you listening!
What an impressive piano rendition.. sounds so beautiful and relaxing.
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks, kind of you to say!
Wow beautiful music and video! Really nice sharing. L21
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks, I really appreciate you listening!
This is so lovely Greg. You play so beautifully. Sending you much love from your new Miami friend😊
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks, that's kind of you to say! Keep in touch!
Gorgeous piece, and I love the arrangement/full rhythm section!
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yes, I enjoyed adding drums and bass to this - makes a nice change from just solo piano!
Lovely melodic structure Greg a thought provoking composition brilliant 👍 phil
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Phil, I appreciate that. The structural idea was a new experiment for me, one I enjoyed and may return to again.
Beautiful and emotional ✨ COOL groove ✨🎵 amazing 🎵
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I enjoyed the challenge of adding drums and bass to this. I usually just compose for solo piano, but this piece demanded something more!
Great work Greg, that was awesome 😀🤘🎵🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Adam!
Wow! This is awesome! It’s so dramatic - then calm and soothing. Very enjoyable! New friend here giving full support. Cheers 🎉
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Arjay, I appreciate that!
A beautiful composition and performance Greg. I enjoyed the unusual drumline.
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Andrew!
Hi Greg, nice to meet you, yes you get my 👍👍👍👍above. This is awesome channel you have here. I love this piece piano music that tells story. Yes I can see myself walk in the forest.. this is beautiful piece you made, and I love the electronic music you add on . I’m playing piano compositions. I hope to play a composition someday. I subscribed also because you’re amazing.. please keep in touch. Greetings from.Arizona 🌵🌵🌵🌵🌵
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, I appreciate that! All the best to you in Arizona from here in Scotland.
This is very attractive music.😊 Thank you for good video.😊😊😊
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Why thank you, much appreciated!
Sounds great! Thanks very much
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for listening!
Very adventurous composition. I like it.
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks, much appreciated!
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@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for listening!
Lovely ❤
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for listening!
Beatiful song !
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Marco!
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@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
A very interesting and engaging work!! Very unique!!
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Mark, what a lovely comment!
Hey Greg, this is really well animated and composed. The B section is quite touching(love the subtle effects you added in as well). Really reminds me of those forest survival games.(can’t quite remember the specific one I want to mention, sorry about that)
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Setthavat! I'm glad you like the B section (and noticed the subtle effects)! I enjoyed composing the contrasting sections for this piece.
fantastic !!!!!
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Erica! Can't resist a bit of 5/4 or 5/8 sometimes!
Wow! Such a beautiful composition, Greg! I REALLY enjoyed it! Big like 26 + sub 👍👍👍👏👏👏
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks, kind of you to say!
so good, very nice!! Great Job
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, much appreciated!
Beautiful 😁👏👏👏
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Peter!
sounds fantastic! wonderful performance and music! love it thanks for sharing! like & Sub! All the best from Japan!
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks, I appreciate that! Hello from Scotland to Japan!
Awesome👏👏💯
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Awesome!😍💖👍
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for listening!
Amazing composition ! You are so talented. New sub 🎉
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Tally! If you'd ever like to play one of my pieces, let me know. I'd love to hear your interpretation.
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@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, I appreciate that!
Very good!
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Marco, I appreciate you listening!
Lagu yang indah sekali big like 👍
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Terima kasih banyak
👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for listening!
Man! 👌
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Micky!
Nice
@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Antonio!
I say yay to the bass and drums, other people may disagree. If I could say this as sensitively as I can - while I really appreciate the concept and the idea to have drum sounds, the choice of drum sounds seems not to do it justice - this doesn't reflect negatively on your compositional process at all. If I am to be fair, that could be down to the tools that are accessible to you - not everyone has a drum kit and drum recording tools, and MIDI programming can be useful for sketching out ideas. If I had drum recording tools, and if my drumming were of an appropriate standard, I would totally drum along to this. But collaboration with a drummer who's much better than I am might be a good idea. I like the choice of rhythmic patterns as well. Here I feel that the concept is a strong idea, especially because it's very meta - forest of forests. You could think of a structure which has some kind of recursion built into it. Every fern is a fern of ferns.
@CameronWattMusic
4 ай бұрын
Another possibility could be to have drums on the whole thing with some rimshots and ride cymbal in the slower section. This might help if you're looking to establish a sense of continuity, even with these contrasting styles.
@GregHarradineComposer
4 ай бұрын
Thank you, Cameron - your comments always give me such excellent and nourishing food for thought! Of course I would love to collaborate with a drummer, and have them record drums for me - but easier said than done. I did contemplate having drums on the central section too, but decided against it. This piece, like a lot of my pieces, is an experiment, and I really appreciate the range of responses I receive from listeners, which helps me to hear and think about my music in new ways.
Wow this is a great composition! I think the addition of bass and drums (and that funky reverb in the middle section) works really well for this piece! Very tasteful execution, which makes me wonder: are you a drummer yourself? I think the kick drum (?) might be a bit too intrusive, though... Listening to this maybe wood blocks might have added to the vibe as well? Or maybe they would feel a little too 'bright'... Your use of multiple time signatures is excellent in this one. They don''t feel forced at all. I also like the structure of the piece. It's actually quite conventional in many jazz pieces to have this sort of ABA structure that also returns here. I really love the harmony in the seconds section! Subverted my expectations in a couple of places. Delicious! Anyway, enough rambling. Thanks for this great piece!
@GregHarradineComposer
11 ай бұрын
Thanks again! I admit to being something of an amateur drummer. I actually teach beginners the drums too. You might be right that the kick drum may be too intrusive. Mixing my tracks is one of my least favourite tasks. Composing is the true joy, mixing feels like more of an admin task to me. I know others love it, and there's a real art to it, but my heart is with composing. Yes, ABA structure is very common, but my idea was to have the main melody enter in the B section. A is more of a building section, and then dying away at the end, the main theme is withheld until the B section. This little conceit is the idea I was playing with in this piece.
@pjotrkolster
11 ай бұрын
@@GregHarradineComposer Aha, I thought as much! You have my respect. I'm not much of a multi-instrumentalist, sadly, even though I'd love to be! Oh yes, I totally relate to the sentiment of mixing feeling like a chore. Besides, I suck at it. It's one of the reasons I tend to stick to solo piano compositions.... And I see, you wanted to emphasise the melody in the B section. I didn't really think much of that, because in ragtime, for example, you also have melodic strains alternated with rhythmic strains, though usually in the opposite order (theme - dance/rhythm section -theme). I think it's quite a nice idea!
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@GregHarradineComposer
Жыл бұрын
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