I, for one, would like to hear some posted music from our members. More specifically, music that shows off some of the unique capabilities of your instrument. Preferably, no vocals (unless it's a performance that features a unique, non-standard arrangement designed or programmed specifically for that vocal performance). Oh, and don't use the excuse that you're only a home player; If you shelled out 4-5k for an instrument, that indicates to me that you're pretty serious about your music. I mean, if you spent weeks in the shop building a beautiful bird house for the garden, you obviously did it so others would admire it, right? The birds could care less about your perfectly mitered corners or exquisite paint job.

Doesn't have to be restricted to just arranger keyboards (I'm sure Bachus would love to show off some of his 'Kronos' sounds), but I'd like to see what can be done using arranger styles as the basic building block of the performance. Standards or familiar songs would be nice as well, although any genre' would be acceptable.

Although I have four (4) arrangers, I haven't updated anything since my BK7m (which I use solely as a drum machine), so I'm really curious to see what the newest generation of arrangers can do that can't be duplicated on the older generation arrangers (PA1/2x, Tyros 2/3, G70/80, etc.) with a capable performer at the controls.

So how about it, guys. How about posting something. Since we already know who can and can't sing (count me in the latter ), instrumentals would be preferable but all is acceptable. Who will step up?

chas

I’ll bite on the request, but how does one post, or attach an mp3 file? What are the steps? Never submitted before.

Just open a boxnet.com account, where you can place the MP3 file, then provide a link for anyone to download the file. It's very easy to do.

Gary

Box net simple

You can add an attached file up to 8MB in size to your post in this forum. Just click on File Manager before you post your post and browse to the file on your computer, click Add File and just wait a couple of minutes for it to upload then submit your post and it will be permanently attached to your forum post.

Go to soundcloud.com type in my name. Dave Craycraft in the search bar. I posted 6 songs. These are originals with notes about them . I used my old psr 1000 , korg i5s , and Casio wk7600 recorded into a pc with xp and power tracks. I' did this because people wanted to hear me play. Tried to post here but had problems . Enjoy

Chas, I believe that most of the folks that have purchased the newer gear ARE singers, therefore I don't believe you are gonna get a lot of response on this. I could be wrong, though, as I frequently am told by my wife. Over the years, I rarely played instrumentals, however, I did post one on another site a few months ago. To me, it merely highlights the wonderful sounds and styles available in Yamaha arranger keyboards.

Here's my rendition of the Theme from The Magnificant Seven done on the PSR-S950.

As I've stated so many times in the past, I am NOT a musician, but instead a singer and entertainer. Please take this into account when commenting.

All the best,

Gary

Gary, all submissions are welcome, naturally. I just thought that since, historically, most music posts have been vocals, that it might be refreshing to hear music that featured the arrangers rather than the vocals (it is, after all an Arranger forum). YOUR submission, for instance, does a nice job of giving us a comparative look at some of the lead voices in the S950 (which are very good, BTW). I wasn't looking for material to harshly critique, I just wanted to see (hear) some of the creative ways members have used their Arranger keyboards - that's why the emphasis on instrumentals. Of course, some of the best, most creative, most authentic sounding, 'Arranger' performances I've heard have been in support of vocal performances, so if that's the case, by all means, submit it. But mainly, this forum is about MUSIC, so it's always nice to see some posted from time to time. My post was just trying to provide a little stimulus.

Ok, I'm on my way over to Soundcloud to listen to some of Dave's material (not complaining, but a link would be nice). Thanks to those who contributed and those who are about to.

chas

Here is a tune that was captured as midi on the G70 and redone in the EA7 using sampling and phrases, neither is available on the G70...and the EA7 does not have a sequencer or midi capture...but has a great wave recorder on board..
I mixed down as an mp3 for SZ..

Very nice Fran EA7 sounding terrific....thanx

Here's the Tyros 5 in action.

Just love both of these recordings. Fantastic work guys.

+1

chas

OK, I'll rush the season ... Halloween's 1/4 over, anyway!

Nice jobs by all ...
Dave, did you play trumpet on that tune?

Nice job Dave as always makes me feel Holidayish although an amazing performance would have loved to have heard a few different lead sounds throughout besides the trumpet to mix it up,....and yes this year I'll be home for Xmas!!

Thanx for sharing

Loved it Fran. Awesome sax.

Well, I DID play it, but not on a brass instrument! it's a Korg internal sound ... but I forget which one! Probably Jazz Cornet, or Flugelhorn.

Fran, like a real pro. It doesn't get much better than this.
John C.

I have been trying to decide between a Korg Pa4x and a Tyros 5. After hearing your excellent recording I might have to have one of those.

I am not sure if it was your professional way of playing or the keyboard, but what I heard is the closest to my so loved Kn7000.
Great playing, John C.

PS, Loved the trumpet.

Shore Line recorded using SD1plus. Hope you can bare my vocals.

https://www.reverbnation.com/danoneil/song/24566902-shoreline-at-night

Way to go, Dave! You and Chas would sound GREAT together. I might sneak in there, too.

Because he exercises his right to voice his opinion, and, occasionally, his brain isn't in lock-step with his mouth (I can say that; he's my good friend...or used to be (HA), some people don't realize that Chas is one of the really accomplished musicians here. Musically, he is one of my very favorite folks here. Dave is, too.

Chas puts the same sincere effort into his music as he does his interest in significant social issues. And he plays with a feeling rarely heard today.

Dave is a major voice talent, and backs that up with some of the tastiest chord inversions and re-structures around.

This shows my one issue with the net. These two have never met
in person. I've met both of them and am a better person for the experience. It was easy to see a little confrontation between them recently. But, believe me, 15 minutes across the table from each other, and they would find very little they really disagreed about. Musically, they'd "KILL IT" on the bandstand, with little or no rehearsal required. Politically and social issues wise, they're both "old softee's" with their hearts on their sleeves.

Lot's of respect and genuine affection to you BOTH!


R.

Why, you great little peacemaker, you! I'd welcome a chance to sit across the table from ANYone on this zone - but the political topics would NEVR come up!
Music, music, music. (I'll put another nickel in!)

Naturally, that's your choice, Dave, but that way, you'd miss a rare opportunity to meet and share thoughts with a real renaissance man...a guy who lives his beliefs.

My visit with him and subsequent, heart-felt sharing of ideals, ideas and common interests has been life-affirming.

I don't quite understand, since our few hours together were similar. As I remembered, we talked lots about other things than music. Things like red-heads, red necks...all the really important stuff!


Be well,


Russ

Ah yes ... redheads, and rednecks ... my next country tune!

Driving home to RI from NY along Interstate 95 today, listening to my iPOD Jazz playlist - Paul Desmond, Oscar, Mulligan, and of course, chas ("More Today Than Yesterday) and Randy "Saxxman" Sherwood ("This Is No Ordinary Life") ... nice foliage, great music, ... all in all a really pleasant ride ...

Ok, it's official Tony; you're in the will . If I remember correctly, I did that tune in about 45 minutes for Diki when I first got my old Nord C1. Sorta' borrowed (stole?) the idea from my old friend (really), the late great Charlie Earland. I used to play in his Aunt's club in suburban Philly back in the day. BTW, I used to have a favorite tune by Randy, as well; I think it may have been Autumn Leaves.

chas

Here is a short video my wife took with her Iphone of a live gig. This is a place I play on a regular basis and is one of my favorite groups of people to play for. This is a link to my Youtube channel and the short video.

https://youtu.be/RZlYFP671O4

Deane

Hey Chas and fellow musicians!

Long time lurker but first post. I've been working on creating a software midi arranger for some time now and the time to release it is getting closer so I thought this is a nice thread to show it off a little.

I hope you enjoy it.

Yes, this is a great forum to 'show off' arranger-oriented software. Tell us more about how it works. Also, the bass on your recording has some 'peaks' that crowds the input in spots. I would scale it back somewhat or use a limiter, or.... Thanks for contributing.

chas

You are right about the clipping. I should be more careful when recording. I know it's no excuse but I'm more of a live performer so I didn't pay too much attention when recording. Thanks for the tip anyway.

About the arranger program. I've been a professional musician for years and I've never been 100% happy with what I was using so I finally decided to learn to program and write my own software. I've been using it live for two years now and I'm really happy with it so soon I will be sharing it with whoever would like to try it.

I don't know where to start so here are some of the the pros:
Cross platform (windows and mac).
It will be free.
Simple to use.
No mouse needed.
Straight forward style creation on any midi sequencer.
Shows lyrics or notes.
Also plays midifiles with some cool features for live performance.
Up to 32 patterns per style.


And of course some of the cons:
Very basic, maybe too basic.
Proprietary format so it's not compatible with any existing styles (yamaha, roland, etc...).
Currently it only recognizes Maj, m, 7, m7, 7Maj, aug and dim chords.
Still some small bugs.

I could go on and on but I don't want to hijack your thread so I'll stop here. You can find out more at my twitter account @softarranger if you like and I will also be posting some info here on the forums if people are interested.