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This piano quintet is deeply rooted in Afro-Cuban music and its spiritual forces. Each movement represents a deity called Orisha, and showcases the diverse rhythms and melodies of Afro-Cuban culture, with the Orisha Shango, the lord of drums and thunder, serving as the focal point.

The second movement, "Raging Volcano," is divided into three sections. The first section builds up to the eruption, representing Agayu, the master of volcanoes and the road. The fast-paced and dissonant eruption is followed by a haunting descent of dissonant strings, with the piano gradually fading away like a heartbeat, leaving an image of desolation.

Piano Quintet No 1 - 2nd Movement Raging Volcano (Virtual Pre-Premiere)

Translation above

Sur un texte fort et malheureusement toujours d'actualité de Jean-Claude Manceau

On a strong and unfortunately still topical text by Jean-Claude Manceau

Souvenez-vous !

Souvenez-vous !
Des autos chargées de matelas
Dans le ciel, la ronde des Stukas.
Dix millions de Français en déroute 
Fourbus, bombardés sur les routes.
Souvenez-vous !

« Des vélos, des tandems, des brouettes
Les odeurs de ferme des charrettes,
Paysannes, chapelet en main »*
Sans savoir ce que sera demain.
Souvenez-vous !

Des marcheurs, maisons sur le dos.
Dix sous pour un simple verre d’eau,
La quête épuisante pour manger
Trouver du lait pour les bébés.
Souvenez-vous !

Des chats, des chiens abandonnés 
Ces bêtes, errantes affamées,
Et une petit fille en pleurs,
Ces vaches meuglant de douleur.
Souvenez-vous !

Un convoi de cyclistes
Tant de morts sur la piste,
Des guimbardes calcinées,
Des corps dans les fossés.
Souvenez-vous !

« La France marchait,
La France boitait. » *
Sombre période.
C’était l’exode.

Alors, bonnes gens,
Les migrants…

Paroles de Jean-Claude Manceau, éd. Parole et poésie, 2020
*d’après « Le peuple du désastre » d’Henri Amouroux, éd. Robert Laffont, 1976
Musique de Myckaël Marcovic, 02 mars 2023

Remember!

Remember!
Cars loaded with mattresses
In the sky, the circle of Stukas.
Ten million French people in disarray
Exhausted, bombed on the roads.
Remember!

“Bicycles, tandems, wheelbarrows
The farm smells of the carts,
Peasant women, rosary in hand”*
Without knowing what will be tomorrow.
Remember!

Walkers, houses on the back.
Ten sous for a simple glass of water,
The exhausting quest to eat
Find milk for babies.
Remember!

Abandoned cats, dogs
These beasts, wandering hungry,
And a crying little girl,
Those cows mooing in pain.
Remember!

A convoy of cyclists
So many deaths on the track,
charred jew's harps,
Bodies in the ditches.
Remember!

“France marched,
France was limping. » *
Dark period.
It was exodus.

So, good people,
Migrants...

Words by Jean-Claude Manceau, ed. Parole et poésie, 2020
*from “Le peuple du désastre ” by Henri Amouroux, ed. Robert Laffont, 1976
Music by Myckaël Marcovic, March 02, 2023

Souvenez-vous (Jean-Claude Manceau / Myckaël Marcovic)

Sanctimony

aren’t you worried we’re a
thin scum layer (layer!)
not just us—all the life we’ve ever seen

and yet we’re acting like
the sole purveyor (veyor!)
of meaning, truth, and beauty, we’re so cutely keen
 
and no-one’s worried we’re a
thin scum layer (layer!)
jitterbugging on a nickel ball hurtling through space

we may be common or
extremely rare (rare?)
are we reaching for the stars or falling flat on our face?

when you take off in an airplane
note how quickly the temperature drops
our comfort zone is just a membrane 
you dip a toe outside it, it freezes right off

and when you fret over your boyfriend
and while you plot a better life for your child
our only layer’s getting poisoned
don’t ask the Universe to keep that curry mild

the heat is up!
when we’re done emoting how unfair
the heat is up!
we’ll be baked inside our own eclair

well, I’m worried we’re a
thin scum layer
lindy-hopping on a groove we can’t handle at all

and while we’re puttering
in song and prayer
we fail to change even the few things we control

I’ve been accused of dark & deep despair
that’s just the opposite of what I feel
so when next you take a little breath of air
don’t let that buster grab your wheel

time to take heed of our ghostlike presence
spike the tea with all the right kinds of fear
milk our frailty for its effervescence
and learn to take care of our thin, thin layer

thin. scum. layer.
thin. scum. layer.

let’s get busy on our
thin scum layer (layer!)
we’ll need it with us for however long

this could be our only
soul conveyor (eya!)
‘cause there’ll be no-one left to grieve if we get this one wrong…

layer, layer
pa-da-ba-doo-ba-da-ba-da-pam-paya

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Thin Scum Layer

My third entry into this project. With this one, I wanted to go more towards a calmer and consistent feel, tranquil but majestic. 
I think just sound and mixing-wise, this one is better than Frozen Meadows - the timing and tempo inconsistencies however drive me crazy in this one. 
I deliberately spent much less time in the tempo track, trying to fix all timing issues directly in the MIDI but obviously, that didn't turn out quite so well - a lesson I have hopefully learned by now...

The next piece is hopefully going to be my most consistent of all the music I have created thus far. Don't quite know what it's gonna be, but I wanna stray a bit from my formula and make something unlike the last two.
And maybe I'll get lucky and can say that in the end, it is as Elder Scrolls-y as ever, more timing consistent than all my other works before and has a mix that is something I won't be able to distinguish from a professional piece of music.

Kinda skeptical on that last one, but I'm gonna try my damn hardest anyway :P
But first, I want to turn my attention towards this new horror-apocalypse project I started and the new journey into TSFH-ish epic music. Fingers crossed...

Until then,

Cheerio,
Cedric

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Shemesh" is a 30-piece orchestra symphony that serves as a tribute to the great Hanan Ben Ari, incorporating a diverse range of instruments beyond the strings. Alongside Asher Laub's captivating violin performance and the full string section, the arrangement also features the expressive power of brass, winds, and percussion. These additional instrumental elements enrich the composition, adding depth, color, and dynamic contrast to the overall sound.

The symphony beautifully intertwines the memorable melody of Hanan Ben Ari's song "Shemesh" with the orchestral arrangement. The lyrics of the original song convey a profound message of hope, resilience, and the power of the sun as a symbol of renewal and transformation. The arrangement seeks to capture the essence of these lyrics through its cinematic and romantic core, allowing the listener to experience a profound emotional journey.

Throughout the piece, the orchestration skillfully blends the delicate and soaring tones of the strings with the bold and triumphant sounds of the brass section. The winds add a touch of whimsy and lightness, while the percussion provides a rhythmic foundation and adds dynamic energy to the arrangement. Together, these instruments create a rich tapestry of sound, enhancing the emotional impact of the composition and lending it a grandeur befitting a tribute to a revered artist.

In conclusion, "Shemesh" is a breathtaking orchestral production that pays homage to Hanan Ben Ari, skillfully incorporating a variety of instruments to complement the solo violinist and the full string section. The arrangement beautifully captures the essence of Ben Ari's lyrics, delivering a profound and emotional musical experience. From the evocative melodies to the diverse orchestral textures, this symphony stands as a testament to the power of music to honor and celebrate the legacy of an influential artist while invoking a sense of hope, resilience, and transformation in the hearts of its listeners.

Shemesh

Dive into "World of GrooveCraft," the ultimate soundtrack for your World of Warcraft grind. This SoundCloud album blends driving orchestral house with chill ambient music, creating the perfect backdrop for your adventures in Azeroth.

Start with the entrancing rhythms of "Auction House Vibez" and "Azure Mystics," and journey through intense battle themes like "Battle in Azeroth a Climax" and serene melodies like "BloodElf Dream." Feel the rush of "Bloodlust Odyssey" and explore enchanting tracks like "Echoes of Azeroth."

Enjoy six unique guild themes for "Zero Talent Point IRL," adding a personal touch to your epic moments. Whether grinding 'til dawn or embarking on new quests, "World of GrooveCraft" fuels your World of Warcraft adventures. Embrace the grind and let the music guide your path to glory.

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I am a self-taught composer based near Chicago. Twice Born is a music brand I have created dedicated to making music for film, TV, games, and more. Get in touch with me at: twicebornscores@gmail.com. Soli Deo Gloria!

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