Please click on the titles of individual tracks if you'd like to make a comment and/or follow the person who created the track (remix/collab) based on the 'strings improvisation' played by me (Megs). More tracks are coming …… :-) 

All are welcome to join in and create your own interpretation from the original 'strings improvisation' - Any Style welcome! (read the info on the original 'strings improvisation' track for any information you need) :-) Please also note that due to ill health, The Subwave Network, UK, has kindly taken over coordinating this open collab, so if you have a track and/or would still like to participate, please message him here: https://soundcloud.com/the-subwave-network (my apologies also if i haven't got back to any of you, will try my best, but in the meantime, hopefully you will see this message and contact The Subwave Network, UK ….. looking forward to hearing all interpretations :-) No approval required; just upload your track, let us know, and you will be added to the playlist (and you can also create a playlist of your own too if you would like)

Thank you for listening and for participating :-)

Fallen Tears: Open Collab Invite (all genres)

This Playlist contains both individual collaborations/remixes and contributions to the two 'Open Invite Collab/Remix Projects' 

- 'Fallen Tears' (Open Collab Invite) 
https://soundcloud.com/megsmusicjourney/sets/strings-improv-open-collab

- 'Imaginations &  Collaborations Challenge' https://soundcloud.com/megsmusicjourney/sets/imaginations-collaborations-sc

both of which are still open if you'd like to be involved :-) 

(See individual track and playlist descriptions by clicking on the titles. The Subwave Network, UK  https://soundcloud.com/the-subwave-network-uk is now the primary coordinator of any Open Collab Invites due to health problems, where I am here intermittently, but I always get here when I can! (and many thanks to The Subwave Network, UK!)  

Thanks everyone, its been great fun, you've added something magical and I look forward to more :-) x 

Please also check out their inspirational Clouds :) (some links may be broken and I will be following them up)

https://soundcloud.com/lee-lucas
https://soundcloud.com/the-subwave-network-uk
https://soundcloud.com/dr-gray-2
https://soundcloud.com/eriktavis
http://soundcloud.com/mrinal-desai
http://soundcloud.com/onevision-crossworlds
https://soundcloud.com/matbaker1970
http://soundcloud.com/linmouth
https://soundcloud.com/krll-3
http://soundcloud.com/linmouth
http://soundcloud.com/jazz-mumbles
https://soundcloud.com/project-managers-trio
http://soundcloud.com/nevercouldneverwill
http://soundcloud.com/yesterday-is-today (Mark Williams)
http://soundcloud.com/leavesofabsense
http://soundcloud.com/chicago_word_brigade
http://soundcloud.com/the-props
http://soundcloud.com/swivelized-sounds
http://soundcloud.com/ray-mcginnis
http://soundcloud.com/kyletm

Collabs/Remixes

'Lost Child' was originally composed by Megan in April 2012. However, because of the personal emotions behind this song for her, she created a slightly different version and called it: “Gentle Tranquility and Reflection” which can be found at:
 "http://soundcloud.com/megsmusicjourney/simple-tranquility-composition" 

Megan then collaborated with Lee Lucas on this song and it was transformed into what is now known as “Arctic Ice”:  "http://soundcloud.com/megsmusicjourney/lee-lucas-megan-mccarthy"  

This new version sparked the interest of John Styles, and all three started collaborating on this song further, [John, Lee and Megan]. During this process John also wanted to make some changes on the GentleTranquility song.

During a subsequent and long conversation about the original composition by Megan: "Lost Child", Megan told John what her initial idea and personal feelings were behind this song, and why she didn’t upload the original version and also changed the title to 'Gentle Tranquility..

John and Megan then decided to work on her original idea, which helped John to create this arrangement of this song track, and they continued working on her very first idea “Lost Child”.

While John worked on Megan's original “Lost Child”, three different versions, were created, including -  

1. The version you are hearing right now, - 'Lost Child' [rearranged/new instrumentation]

2. A completely new song titled: “Dance of the Northern lights” by both John and Matt Baker at: 
 "http://soundcloud.com/onevision-crossworlds/john-styles-matt-baker-dance" 

3. “Arctic Ice Melting” which also needed to be slightly changed from “Arctic Ice”. This also involved Lee Lucas adapting his tracks, with the final song being a collaboration between John Styles, Matt Baker, Lee Lucas & Megan McCarthy. This will be released a little later as a second part to 'Arctic Ice'.

We hope that you enjoy this new version of the original 'Lost Child' and would love to hear any feedback from you. We often need our parents, no matter what our age, and at some point in our lives, but sometimes it is our own expectations which can never be met."

Original Composition: Megan McCarthy
Rearranged Composition: John Styles and Matt Baker
Instrumentation by all: John Styles, Matt Baker and Megan McCarthy
Producer: John Styles 

Please also visit John Styles at: https://soundcloud.com/onevision-crossworlds
and Matt Baker at: http://soundcloud.com/matbaker1970

Lost Child - John Styles, Matt Baker & Megan McCarthy

This track, 'Sadness', is our first collab together and has a very special meaning for the both of us. 

NEW SC PROJECT: However, it is also part of a new and exciting project, entitled the:

 -  "IMAGINATIONS & COLLABORATIONS" SoundCloud Community Challenge

which we would love your involvement in, so please take the time to read this rather long description below if you want to know more and/or wish to be involved :-)

This track, 'Sadness', by Melotone and Megs McCarthy,  is Part 2 of this overall project.

Two of the unique and best parts of the SoundCloud community, among other things, is the opportunity to communicate and collaborate with others, create new friendships based on mutual interests and passions; and to express ourselves and our emotions, through our music and our imaginations. So many beautiful creations have come about through these features and talents …..  and thus, an idea was sparked by Megan following discussions with John Styles and The Subwave Network, UK

** HOW IT BEGAN ….

Following these lengthy discussions about production techniques and the value and power of midi in creating tracks, The Subwave Network used this opportunity to learn more about midi and used the midi file of a simple piano improvisation by Megan McCarthy, to create his own interpretation of it. 

The result was a wonderful outcome, a complete transformation of a simple solo piano improvisation > into an electronic ambient style piece. It was originally a piano track which was never going to 'see the light of day' or be published in its current form, because it was created, at the time, by Megan sitting at the piano, just 'playing around' feeling a little despondent and sad, after an unsuccessful attempt on a prior piano track. ……..  the idea evolved further ……. 

** WHAT IF ……

What if others could also use this very same midi file of the original piano improvisation, basic as it was, and develop Variations on One Theme - i.e. their own interpretation of it, using the power of imagination and collaboration? Wouldn't it be wonderful if new and different variations could come about from just one simple midi track using each musician's unique talents and abilities!?

- 'Variations on one Theme" - using 'Imaginations and Collaborations'

This quickly came into fruition with 2 more people quickly taking part, transforming the original piano piece [midi] once again into quite different pieces again. All were based on the same theme/midi piano improv, but all have their own distinct touch and feel. We now have even more interest of people joining in [see below for guidelines]. 

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** SET 1: This piece you are hearing now is part of 'Set 1' and is  the second variation of a series of 11 interpretations to date [as of 3 November 2013].  and include:

- Part 1: Beginnings -The Subwave Network, UK & Megs McCarthy https://soundcloud.com/the-subwave-network/imaginations-collaborations
- Part 2: Sadness - Melotone & Megs McCarthy [this piece] https://soundcloud.com/kiresivat/sadness-by-megs-mccarthy
- Part 3: Broken Beauty  -  Strange Meat & Megs McCarthy https://soundcloud.com/strange-meat/imaginations-collaborations
- Part 4: The Dream Master - The Subwave Network, UK & Megs McCarthy

(See Playlist for all participants)

[The list of all participants will be updated in the description soon with new interpretations now being termed 'Variations'].  The most current playlist can also be found on The Subwave Network, UK's page at: https://soundcloud.com/the-subwave-network/sets/imaginations-collaborations

Playlists of all interpretations have also been placed on this pages of the above people, which link directly back to the individual tracks of all those involved so far to increase everyone's exposure and strengthen the community spirit. We also plan on shuffling the tracks around so everyone has an opportunity for more plays. 

Thus PLEASE STAY TUNED so that you don't miss out on new additions.

So far we have had some fantastic and quite unique variations, so thank you all! Its been great fun and wonderful meeting new people as a result of this project. ……. Four more variations are also in the 'pipeline' for this 'Set 1', coming soon. 

[Please note, that 'SET 1' has now been capped except for those who are still finishing their interpretations/variations. ……….. However, a 'SET 2' will be coming soon, using a different piano improvisation/composition, as the basis for variations. We will keep you updated and again, would love your involvement]

** WOULD YOU LIKE TO BECOME INVOLVED IN THIS COMMUNITY CHALLENGE? 

- First come, first serve and all tracks will be accepted!

Do you have ideas on how to transform and create your own interpretation on an existing piano improvisation/composition? What will the outcome be based on your own specialities? ………… If so, please directly message The Subwave Network, UK [or Megan], with The Subwave Network [Ian]. initially coordinating the initial project, and we will send you both the original MP3 and midi files for you to use in your own creation.  

If interest continues, especially with a 'SET 2', eventually a SC group and FB page may be created, starting with coordination by Melotone and Strange Meat, including additional and different piano compositions for people to select from in creating their own interpretations/variations from the one midi file [these midi files will also submitted by other SoundClouders]. Yes, there are midi files out there already to buy, or import, but the value inherent here, is that the midi file is 'human' and developed specifically for this SC Community Challenge, developed for you and your individual styles  and special talents :-)

** BASIC GUIDELINES: 

As this 'Imaginations & Collaborations" Community Challenge develops, some clearer information in PDF or text format will also be sent to guide you along with the music files, on what is involved in the project, including the title and upload process.

What is most important is that there are NO RULES, except one,  and that is, ….. you must use the existing midi file which will be sent to you, as the primary basis/theme for interpretation of your final piece, YOUR Variation :-)

There are no genre restrictions. Any style accepted. You can change the tempo, cut, copy, paste parts, change the instruments, add more instruments, add vocals and FX. You can keep all, or part of the original piano or even completely remove the piano 'sounds' and replace with your own sounds. You might even want to create a piano 'duet' of sorts. It can be as simple or as complex as you like.

Your interpretation can be ambient, electronica, trance, dubstep, techno, IDM, experimental, new age, orchestral, pop, rock, acoustic, name it, there are no restrictions - again, add as many or as little instruments and FX as you like, as long as you continue to use the original midi file as the primary basis for your interpretation and 'variation'/mix. 

We also look forward to any feedback and/or if anyone has any additional ideas to build on this SC community challenge.  Lots or promotional opportunities abound too.

…….  What a wonderful treat to hear some new music, create new friendships and hear new collaborations as we continue to rebuild the SoundCloud community! :-)

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TITLE: *Sadness, Part 2   - 'Imaginations & Collaborations"

Composer: Megan McCarthy (original piano solo)
Arrangement & Instrumentation: Melotone https://soundcloud.com/kiresivat/sadness-by-megs-mccarthy
Producer/Mixer & Remastered by: John Styles https://soundcloud.com/onevision-crossworlds/

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Sadness - Megs McCarthy & Melotone

Hi - Another open Collab/Remix Invite, which is still open :-) 
This is probably the 3rd time I’ve attempted to play strings on a digital piano, which I love, though its quite hard to do when one doesn’t know the ‘rules’ of how strings work in practice or theory….. While I think it sounds ok, especially from the mid to the end, I also thought it needed something more….. 

THE OPEN COLLAB: Hence the idea of another ‘Challenge’, where it would be great to get others’ involved and see what they come up with, in collaborating/remixing this track. It can be created in any genre, using any instruments based on this original ‘Strings Improvisation Idea’. 

(Please note that The Subwave Network, UK is now the primary coordinator for this project if I'm unable to be online at times; https://soundcloud.com/the-subwave-network … see also notes in the Playlists) 

GENERAL GUIDE: 
The MP3 file is available for download - if you require a higher quality, please let us know.  The tempo is a bit ‘free flow’ because its an improv (no click track), and according to my DAW, its 134 bpm (not that I always trust the tempo as I often forget to check it when recording)! If the MP3 alone causes a problem, as noted, you can chop and remix the track (as long as the original or main theme/motif remains). 

See what you come up with - It is YOUR interpretation; you can do what ever you like - it can be of any genre, add any instruments, percussion, FX, etc …. Change the ‘tone’ of the piece (uplifting, melancholic, ambient, 'energetic', cinematic, electronic, dance, experimental, anything!). 

WHAT NEXT? Just let us know if you've finished a piece[s], upload it privately so we can listen. You can title the track as you see fit in reflection of your creation (and also use your own graphic).  However, please also try to refer to the open collab invite, in both your title and track description (Fallen Tears)- see below. 

As collab/remixes have come in, we have created a separate 'Playlist' to include all participants, and once done, your piece will be added, and redirected to your own page for more exposure. Each participant is also asked to  create a similar playlist on their own Cloud for greatest exposure :-)

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OTHER COLLAB OPPORTUNITIES: If you are interested in other open collaborations, please see the ‘Imaginations & Collaborations’ playlist on my Cloud, which was based on a piano improv - this project is still also open.

If you would like to be involved in a collab/remix based on another piano track instead, let me know (it can be an existing track on my Cloud, or another one created specifically for collab later or upon request if I'm able). As long as you send me a private link first (and if ok'd, I will repost it onto my Cloud - it may even turn into another 'open collab invite', if your piece inspires others to follow suit)

We hope to hear from you :-)

TO ADD TO YOUR TRACK: Please add the following information at the bottom of your individual track description:

Original Strings Improvisation ('Fallen Tears'): Megan McCarthy https://soundcloud.com/megsmusicjourney
Strings Performance: Megan McCarthy
Other: ____________ (Insert Your Name, Collab Title, Instrumentation, Production, etc for your track[s])

- Initiator and Coordinator: Megan McCarthy (MMJ)
- Primary Coordinator: The Subwave Network, UK https://soundcloud.com/the-subwave-network

(Graphic: Source Unknown)

Fallen Tears:  Megs McCarthy - Open Collab Invite :)

a tribute to the recent achievments of esa,
 featuring:
 megs musical journey-strings improvisation, 
 esa audio-a singing comet,
 jazzmumbles- sporadic guitar


convergence (megsmusicjourney/singingcomet/jazzmumbles)

Gave a try to open collaboartion invite https://soundcloud.com/megsmusicjourney/strings-improvisation-open-collab-invite

Original track by Megan McCarthy - strings
Guitar part by Igor M. - (no edit)
A bit of mixing/mastering by Igor M.

Many thanks to Megan for this wonderful lovely music.

For some reason I thought that I had to improvise too, so after one or two runs along the original track I recorded it. 

Hope I'm not much out of original tune, but at least it has culmination  :-)

And probably I will made another, "mature" take.

Here is a playlist of all the participants in this open collaboration:
https://soundcloud.com/megsmusicjourney/sets/strings-improv-open-collab

I haven't listened to them before I made my record.

Fallen tears of μετάνοια (Strings Improvisation by Megan McCarthy, guitar improvisation by Igor M.)

 ..... Another step on that 'electronic learning journey starting again! .........  An eerie, 'fun' track: Megs playing around with synths/pads/drums mainly on Alchemy, and added to and polished by The Subwave Network, UK https://soundcloud.com/the-subwave-network

Are your doors locked??! hehehe mwhahahahahaaaa

lol

More detailed description and perhaps different title coming

Cybermen Upgrades - Megs McCarthy & The Subwave Network, UK

Thank you so much for your continued support and encouragement! I truly appreciate it :-)

 I love the SC community, because it is a 'community', with the many styles of music and the inspirations and encouragement I find here for all! 

After discovering SC and hearing so much talent - I wanted to join in, but so much to learn!   I was a classically trained pianist when a youngster (now a tad rusty), who has restarted a musical journey, originally in learning the field of electronic music, and exploring piano improvisations and compositions.  However, most of my latest works have been piano-based, and am hoping to once again, learn some more electronic and even combine the two; piano and electronic ... But then again, I keep returning to the piano! hehe :)

- still exploring and not feeling bound by any rules! 

BTW: If you want to know a little about any most of my tracks (and the same on other musician's profiles), just click on the title and it will take you directly there. (as many new people don't realise one can do this) - Please note that I also have a 'megs-repost' account - www.soundcloud.com/megs-reposts  and will be reposting tracks there (rather than filling up this main account, because there are so many tracks I'd love to repost, so if any of you see some un-posted tracks that were here, they're over at my other account! Love you to follow there too, so I can hear some more of your music :-)

A Mini Biography: Music has been a part of my life since a young child (my whole family is musical, though of different styles, with my step-father's fantastic rock-band and analog synths, bass and acoustic guitar, my mother's gorgeous Irish folk-band, autoharp and dulcimer, my brother's beautiful self-taught guitar, and my Dad's famous banjo playing) :)   

At a young age of about 5, I attempted composing my own piano works whilst begging my mother for piano lessons; and after about a year, my wish became reality and I trained for the AMEB (Australian Musical Examination Board) exams. I eventually started performing live, with amateur tours around the country area for a singing group and for theatre groups (though that was a long time ago now!). 

But eventually, I headed down a different path in academia, in getting my Bachelors degree, Masters degree and a PhD.

Now I have a chance to find this dream again, slowly but surely, as long as its fun. I also find it very therapeutic, as music can often express so much more than words can. It is a journey where time seems to have no meaning. This is a 'musical diary' of sorts, as I struggle through a difficult time in life health-wise, ... my escape .... music :-)

So, I would love it if you would follow me on this 'journey' because any advice or feedback would be greatly appreciated :)

Of course, I am also here as a Fan, and would love to find more people to listen to! There are so many wonderful, talented, and often undiscovered musicians up here, and I cannot get enough of your music! I have very eclectic tastes in music. 

My apologies too if there is ever a delay in my replies, as I can't always be here, but will try to get back to you and comments, I appreciate them so much. Hoping to find all my friends, and new ones too! ;-)

... and thank you so much too! SoundClouder Of The Day, 18 May 2O13 - its all thanks to your support and encouragement!

- http://soundcloud.tumblr.com/post/50670179704/soundclouder-of-the-day-megs-music-journey
- https://www.facebook.com/soundcloud/posts/10151388607376059
- https://plus.google.com/u/0/+SoundCloud/posts/A9ikSMMUAUz
- twitter.com/SoundCloud/status/335481937202397184

Fallen Tears: Megs McCarthy - Open Collab Invite :)

Megs Music Journey