Once Upon an Emerald Sea

[Wyatt]

Yes..a song from a dream..a very long dream. 



Wyatt

[elwoodblues1969]

Wyatt,

Musical platforms from the collective concious is a beautiful thing,& the mood of this piece is quite striking...very enjoyable & tranquil!

I'm wondering though,is this piece still in the idea-phase of development,because as it is,it raises alot of questions,but also gives me tons of ideas to run with.

First off,I'm wondering if the left & right channel seperation is deliberate?Reason being,that when I dream,I tend to dream in 2.1 surround,as it's much more of a immersive experience. It is my opinion,that stereo depth is key,in something like this...as that is what really moves me personally.
I really think the mood of this song begs for some spatialization like that.

Also,I think that some breaks in the drum track would be especially interesting...and I have loads of ideas for this,as well as ideas for a bass line & perhaps some backround chord progressions involving some lush sounding synth pads.
I love the sound quality of these tracks,as the audio quality is very pristine-in fact,it's one of the most clean sounding pieces I can remember you doing!

If you're interested & if it's possible,I would love for you to send me the tracks in stereo,but if this is not possible,I can simulate a stereo effect.

If you would like to do a collab again,I would really look forward to running with your material to see what develops,as I'm totally game!

Cheers,

-Thom

[kara]

Lovely soundscape, like in a dream 
TBH I'm not sure that the drums actually adds something to the song, did you try it without the drums ?
Perhaps with a slow bass line and no drums it would sound better, certainly worth to try....

k

[SoundKlops]

Hi Wyatt,

I like the song as it is and would not change anything.

Andreas

[Oren]

I like the song as it is and would not change anything.

That wooden flute is outstanding; cool melody and harmonies. Classic "Wyatt" guitar - right on for the occasion.
I actually know drummers who play just like that - solid, straightforward - and it's really quite refreshing.

The "ensemble" reminds me of live performances from two New Zealand bands, "Fat Freddy's Drop" and "Fly My Pretties", who specialize in live recordings.

This tune has a lot of potential for development, but stands on its own "as is". Either way, maybe your best yet...

[Wyatt]

I'm wondering though,is this piece still in the idea-phase of development

I had some ideas for it, and after a while I got used to it, and took it out of development.
I appreciate your enthusiasm, and would be happy to have you take it out for a spin.

First off,I'm wondering if the left & right channel seperation is deliberate?

Yes..that separation is deliberate.

If you're interested & if it's possible,I would love for you to send me the tracks in stereo,but if this is not possible,I can simulate a stereo effect.

I will send you the stereo tracks..no prob. Can you de-compress .apes or .flacs?  If so the file size is smaller. If not, I will send you .wavs..let me know..

I would really look forward to running with your material to see what develops,as I'm totally game!

Cool..feel free to take this wherever you want..you are hereby granted an official "knock-yourself-out" license. 

I am sure you will have an interesting interpretation, and I am looking forward to hearing what you do with it. Thanks for your interest.



Wyatt

[Wyatt]

Lovely soundscape, like in a dream 
TBH I'm not sure that the drums actually adds something to the song, did you try it without the drums ?
Perhaps with a slow bass line and no drums it would sound better, certainly worth to try....

k

OK.. I tried it and like it better without the drums than I thought I would..now you are making me curious about that slow bass.   



Wyatt

[Wyatt]

@ Andreas ..thank you for your comment. I guess we may just end up
with a few versions here.   

@Oren ..thank you very much for your generous comments.

I was already ready to call it finished, and now my curiosity is piqued.



Wyatt

[MarioD]

Wyatt, this is really good as is!  I loved the flute and guitar interplay, expertly accomplished!

If you want to add versions of this masterpiece here are my suggestions:
1-drop the drums
2-keep the instrumentation as it is now but slowly pan the flute from left to right and slowly pan the guitar from right to left.  This will give the music some motion.  I don’t know if this will work or not but it’s worth a try, at least my warped mind thinks it is.  The one thing I personally wouldn’t do is add a whole bunch of instruments to this.  I love the sound the way it is now.

PS – the only time I have drummers in my dreams is if I’m having a nightmare 

[offthewall]

Lovely soundscape here, brother.
I find the comments interesting.  It's always nice to hear how others would treat the same piece.
I look forward to Thom's additions.
I also think it would be nice to have it stripped back without drums. If I get time I might send you a gentle bass line to fit in to it.
 
James

[folderol]

Well as usual I'm late to the party
Very nice soundscape. I too would like to here it sans drums, con bass

[elwoodblues1969]

Wyatt,

I'm really excited about working on your song & I'd like to get started as soon as possible,because I plan on spending alot of quality time on this one!

I'm just getting to know my way around Audacity & I am only familiar with WAV files at this point,so if you send me stereo tracks in WAV,I'd really appreciate it.

Thanks for your interest in the collab...schweet!

-Thom

[Wyatt]

Wyatt, this is really good as is!  I loved the flute and guitar interplay, expertly accomplished!

Thanks a lot for your kind words and thoughtful suggestions..the no-drums leaves an interesting space in the mix..maybe a spare mix and another with instruments is worth trying ? >shrug<
..btw..I have one of those nightmare drummers too..sometimes he sits in on my sessions. 

Lovely soundscape here, brother.
I find the comments interesting.  It's always nice to hear how others would treat the same piece.
I look forward to Thom's additions.
I also think it would be nice to have it stripped back without drums. If I get time I might send you a gentle bass line to fit in to it.
 
James

Thank you for your comments bro..I appreciate it..Id love to hear your bass with this!
..as for the no-drum mix..consider it done.
(see below)

Well as usual I'm late to the party
Very nice soundscape. I too would like to here it sans drums, con bass

Thank you Will..you’re not really late and always welcome.  Sans drums coming up by popular demand.

Wyatt,

I'm really excited about working on your song & I'd like to get started as soon as possible,because I plan on spending alot of quality time on this one!

I'm just getting to know my way around Audacity & I am only familiar with WAV files at this point,so if you send me stereo tracks in WAV,I'd really appreciate it.

Thanks for your interest in the collab...schweet!

-Thom

Thanks Thom..I will send you the .wavs. Sorry it took so long..after we got struck by lightning not too long ago, my wife wanted to get the headphones off me yesterday. 

@ Everybody: I was getting burned out and was thinking about coming in for a landing for a while..your interest has been contagious, and I am airborne again. I want to thank all of you for your kind attentions toward this piece and your lively enthusiasm. You are appreciated.



Wyatt

[MarioD]

LOVED IT 

Those haunting flute and guitar combinations just send chills down my spine.

One very small nitpicking thing, I would fade out the ending as I feel it is a little to abrupt as it is right now, but again that just could be me.  Others may like it as is. 

Super song.

[Wyatt]

LOVED IT 

Those haunting flute and guitar combinations just send chills down my spine.

One very small nitpicking thing, I would fade out the ending as I feel it is a little to abrupt as it is right now, but again that just could be me.  Others may like it as is. 

Super song.

Thanks a lot Mario! I appreciate your comments, man.

Say why don't you lay a lead track into it and fade out
the ending the way you're hearing it?? That would be cool.



Wyatt