Classical

And now for something completely different.

I started this piece quite a while ago as an exercise in four part harmony and in the tradition of ThomasTallis, Gregorio Allegri, William Byrd, etc. In this version, I have arranged it using synths and samples to create a deep atmospheric feel.

To achieve the desired effect though, it really needs to be performed by human voices and not just samples. If anyone out there has a choir and would like to give it a go, please contact me.

The photo is of La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona taken by me earlier this year. It's one of the inspirations behind this piece.

Thank you for listening and as always, your comments are welcome.

P.S. For your listening pleasure, this track has been tuned to A = 432Hz

Ellergy by Diederik de Jonge

A bit of classical style strings for Christmas Eve. And a very Merry Christmas to all :)

For your information, this piece has been tuned to A=432Hz for your listening pleasure.

Image courtesy of http://123freewallpaper.com/religious-christmas-backgrounds-free/

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Serenade For Strings by Diederik de Jonge

"angst: in existentialist philosophy, a feeling of dread arising from an awareness of free choice."

Our world is full of wondrous things, opportunities and choices. And yet many of us live our lives in fear and uncertainty, some genuine, but much is thrust upon us media, government and societies expectations. It takes courage and determination to sort through the noise and chatter and realise that true happiness is within us if we take the time to look.

This piece attempts to explore some of those inner feelings of turmoil and uncertainty as they gnaw away at our sanity.

Please enjoy and feel free to comment.

Angst In Wonderland by Diederik de Jonge

One of my favourite books is Kenneth Grahame's "The Wind In The Willows". It's a very imaginative tale set in a rather surreal world of talking animals in the English countryside. It's prose and themes have fascinated me for years.

So as an ongoing project, I decided to write an orchestral suite using the chapters of the book as the various movements. This is an overture just to set the mood. The rest of the chapters will follow as I get round to them.

I hope you enjoy it. Any feedback is gratefully appreciated.

Thank you for listening :)

Please note, this piece has been tuned to A=432Hz for your listening pleasure :)


The Wind In The Willows - Overture by Diederik de Jonge

I wrote this piece a few years back but recently decided to rework it a bit and re-release it.

I see this more as a composition than anything else. And given my less than convincing piano skills, this piece has been created entirely in midi. 

Hope you enjoy it anyway. Comments and thoughts are most welcome.

Prelude No 1 for Piano by Diederik de Jonge

Eclectic, melodic, world, jazz lounge with a touch of classical. Thank you for visiting my page.

Sets -

http://soundcloud.com/diederik-de-jonge/sets/rock-50/
http://soundcloud.com/diederik-de-jonge/sets/world-ambient/
http://soundcloud.com/diederik-de-jonge/sets/classical/
http://soundcloud.com/diederik-de-jonge/sets/jazz/
http://soundcloud.com/diederik-de-jonge/sets/acoustic-guitar-etc/
http://soundcloud.com/diederik-de-jonge/sets/collaborations-95/

Released Albums -

http://soundcloud.com/diederik-de-jonge/sets/album-no-strings-attached-1/
http://soundcloud.com/diederik-de-jonge/sets/album-simple-pleasures/
http://soundcloud.com/diederik-de-jonge/postcard-from-bali-cd-sampler/
http://soundcloud.com/diederik-de-jonge/the-journey-excerpts

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