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Adagio for Strings
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A full string orchestration of Samuel Barbers timeless Classical opus.
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a unique fusion of genres
The music of Michael Duran includes; "Collaborations" Projects with my Soundclick friends that I have had the honor to work with; "Homespun" Solo projects & Covers done at my home. live band recordings; 2000-2004 "The Shop" Heartbreak Highway 3 piece collab/studio recordings with; Steve Layman; Piano & Synth Steve Torok; Drums Michael Duran; Guitar, Synth, and Bass 1990's "The Knapps Cutoff Band" As Is Studio "open mic" and live recordings with; Marty Nicklin; Bass Steve Layman; Piano & Synth Steve Torok; Drums Michael Duran; Guitar & Synth Thanks to Nathan Bankston, Ray Garcia, and Chris Kenard for their fine vocals. 1980's "B'wana" salvaged tape recordings from my 80s club band. Dan Buck; Drums & Vocals Michael Duran; Guitar synth & Vocals Ron Olson; Bass & Vocals Bill Kramer; Lead Guitar
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Genre
Classical • Symphonic
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Peak #15
Peak in subgenre #2
Author
Samuel Barber
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December 08, 2019
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MP3 17.5 MB • 320 kbps • 7:40
Story behind the song
Samuel Osborne Barber II; Born in West Chester, Pennsylvania, March 9, 1910, Barber died of cancer in New York City, January 23, 1981, at the age of 70. He was buried in Oaklands Cemetery in his hometown. Adagio for Strings, his most famous work, was composed in 1936, and arranged for string orchestra in 1938, from the second movement of his String Quartet, Op. 11. The piece begins with a B flat played by violins, leading to the lower strings' entrance. The rhythm is mainly compressed with sustained notes, and Barber uses some unusual time signatures including 4/2, 5/2, 6/4, and 3/2. Samuel Barbers Adagio for Strings has become one of the most recognizable pieces of American concert music. Recorded in 12 tracks, using MIDI interface, with my Casio keyboard. Mixed down to 9 tracks with Samplitude Music Studio 15. Magix/Catooh orchestral string instrument voices used in this arrangement; Contrabass 1 & 2 Violon Cello 1 & 2 Viola 1 & 2 1st Violin 1 & 2 2nd Violin 1 & 2 Violin soloist 1 & 2
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digitalskull
Mar 29, 2021
This is amazing. It makes me wonder if you are playing the parts from sheet music or memory. Incredible.
Bob Forbes
Dec 23, 2017
A nice soundtrack for a movie drama Michael - loved the orchestration arrangement. Sadly romantic, yet peaceful...
Andrew N Project
Dec 20, 2016
"Live synth strings" - if it possible to say so... The light of sublime sadness - that's what I hear in this music...
Musan Dera
Apr 06, 2015
I really enjoyed your story and know this piece very well. It's still on the Classic Radio regularly. It's beautiful. And at this moment I listen another way and hear the difficulties everywhere. What is he doing with the time? It's like it's slowing down constantly. This must have been quite a job. How long did it take? I guess you had the music on paper. Very well done, Michael! With a very good sound. I think you have learned a lot as well while making it.
Dollar Bill and the Unmentionables
Apr 04, 2015
Crafted with care, you can hear the pains taken in creating this, but it's better to just listen to the music. A fantastic composition, Michael.
Alan L Cole
Apr 03, 2015
And there it is - the reason I call you Maestro - stunningly beautiful composition Michael. I don't know how you did this music but it is magnificent! Bravo Maestreo!
Morten Gjermundsen
Dec 26, 2013
Oh my... This is so beautiful and expressive.. It almost makes me cry.. Lovely string work! Did you really record this using samples or did you hire an orchestra to play the parts for you? :D :-P This is just so extremely well done Michael. Its a masterpiece. Wonderful arrangement and production. Fantasic work Michael. You have a huge talent!! Wow!!!
procks
Dec 23, 2012
Just to beautiful.The strings are sounding very lovely. Your production is perfect.
Falken
Oct 13, 2012
A masterpiece nothing more nothing less...
ALPHA ONE OMEGA
Sep 10, 2012
Excellent classical style arrangement v.nicely orchestrated peacefull lonely dramatic dynamic
Swampman
Jul 31, 2012
Beautiful cuz !
Studio J
Jun 28, 2012
What a lovely piece of work. I love your interpretation of this beautiful song from Samuel Barber. Excellent showcase of musical understanding and versatility!
THE ANGEL REALM
Apr 30, 2012
Oh, Michael, it's a Masterpiece. So Heavenly. Great Sound work, too. I hope you and Mary are fine!!!!!!!!!
ALEXIS PATRICK
Dec 10, 2011
Simply Marvelous, Michael....Your talents become stronger every day.
gabe stenziano
Dec 03, 2011
whoh, buddy, you've floored me with this. pile up some superlatives and then throw a few more on top. great moving piece.
Dr. Bob's Jazz - Benefit Boppin' Quartet - JBBQ
Dec 01, 2011
Michael, you have taken a classic song and produced this Spiritual theme song into your personal masterpiece! BRAVO BRAVO BRAVO to you as a world class musician, and thank you for this marvelous experience of the Soul. Also, the download of this moving music is appreciated.
Joe Hill
Nov 30, 2011
I sit mesmerized, stunned again by an AMAZING score, such tremendous beauty. Words are just not adequate.
The Smivets
Nov 29, 2011
Like most people I first discovered this piece via Oliver Stone's "Platoon", and have loved it ever since. It is a heartbreaking piece and you have truly done it justice here MD, adding your own touches and interpretation as only you can. Utterly fantastic, and beautifully realised.
Rodrica Rudge
Nov 28, 2011
An amazing job. Superb work in every way.
Michael R7 GT
Nov 27, 2011
I`m speechless, this is so beautiful! Your an amazing artist Michael!