"Pirates of the Caribbean"-Medley WIP

[CaptainSolo]

I started working on this medley a while ago... just after getting the PotC-soundtrack.

I already posted a version of this file in the "Requests"-forum about a month ago, since there was a request for PotC-music. Unfortunately the topic got locked (because the request was fulfilled), and so I wasn't able to post newer versions of the file as I was exending it.

Right now it's almost 7 minutes long, and still unfinished. Tell me what you think!

[renthead]

OOOH!!! Awsome!! I love POTC!!

[Malefactor]

hmmm.... Great movie....


looks like i have 2 get this one:)

[gambit3rd]

Really cool! I really like it! :-)

[scottbogle]

Love that score! Sounds GREAT! Klaus Badelt did some other great scores as well (Time Machine, K19, etc.)

sb :cool:

[tavenger5]

Wow.. awesome. I just got done watching this movie for the first time and I absolutely loved the music. Wonderful. :)

[nk7250]

Great stuff. Cant download yet, confused about this money thing

[Ryoga]

what's a medleY?

[CaptainSolo]

From Monsterdictionary.com:

Medley

(a.) Mixed; of mixed material or color.

(a.) Mingled; confused.

(n.) A mixture; a mingled and confused mass of ingredients, usually inharmonious; a jumble; a hodgepodge; -- often used contemptuously.

(n.) The confusion of a hand to hand battle; a brisk, hand to hand engagement; a melee.

(n.) A composition of passages detached from several different compositions; a potpourri.

(n.) A cloth of mixed colors.

[xkrazytx]

What part of the movie was that played in?

[CaptainSolo]

@xkrazytx :

Since it's a MEDLEY, as mentioned in the post BEFORE yours, the whole thing consists of different parts from the soundtrack, that were played in different parts of the movie... I am too lazy to pick'em all out now...

[CaptainSolo]

All right, I continued working on it... and now it's around 9:30 long... and STILL unfinished. Though there are only about 2 minutes left at the and, I will probably add something inbetween as well... but right now it just got longer at the end.

[Carolyne]

This is too cool!:p

[CaptainSolo]

Well, thanks everybody... and to make your day (and angry for wasting your credits on the last version) I've just finished my new version... which is basically complete, running 11:30.

As I said, I am planning on adding one or 2 minutes in the middle, since I don't have that much evil Barbossa-music in the medley. But for now, it's a wrap.

Enjoy! (and keep the comments AND criticism coming)

[inc77]

POTC is cool... checkin this out

[Tubamann]

just listened to whole thing very nice


could you come up with just a piano part?

[CaptainSolo]

I was thinking about a piano part myself...

Unfortunately, I am no musician. And I don't play piano at all... so, since I am a huge soundtrack fan it's alittle easier for me to COPY something I hear to MIDI. But there's no solo-piano part in the whole PotC-soundtrack, and I am not able to compose something like that... at least nothing that sounds great. But if anybody is willing to play some of the themes (especially the "love"-theme in the end of my medley, before the revision of the "action"-theme) in solo-piano versions, I would be very happy to include them in my medley (giving full credit, of course).

[Tubamann]

ok well i might try myself.

[funkmasterta]

#1, this new credit system is RETARDED AS HE||! I have a popup blocker and wasted about $100 getting it corrected. Then, with my last $25, it opened and my WMA said "Attachment Error!" wtf?

[funkmasterta]

and #2, Captain Solo, do you mind emailing it to me? nm, thanks for the direct link!:thumbsup:

[funkmasterta]

I've been wanting to listen to some of your other self sequenced compilations but like I said, this $ system sucks dick. fatwallet.com has no such system and yes, they have leechers but if you have really good content, people will post, get you more good content, up your traffic, so you can sell more ad impressions.

[funkmasterta]

Personally, i think midibuddy is selling themselves short. They have THE BEST midi's on the web and with almost every cell phone out there enable to play polyphonic ringtones, they're shooting themselves in the foot by being toooo cautious about leechers. A great example of this is Microsoft, they let everyone use FAT file system for free for the longest time, to get everyone hooked and now they're starting to charge for it, $0.25 per unit sale, cost to mfg's but eventually passed on to good 'ol us.

[funkmasterta]

oh yea, I forgot to mention that it's incredibly that you can do all this by ear??!

btw, you do it on a keyboard? I'm pretty new to this but I'm starting to get more into it. I currently use a POS Yamaha from bestbuy, not that Y's are POS, just the model I have. My friend just bought a Korg Triton Studio and it's freakin awesome! It was 2k though. Any other good brands/models out there?

[CaptainSolo]

No, I don't use a keyboard (except for my PC-keyboard of course *g*). But for sequencing I just use a mouse. And except for some guitar, I don't play an instrument at all...

And, you can DIRECT DOWNLOAD THE FILE HERE (http://www.scummbar.com/community/fanmusic/files/PotC121203115800.mid)...

[tavenger5]

Captain, I just listened to your latest version. Wow! I love how you finished off the end. Now I'm wishing I had a better keyboard.

I'm curious as to how you did all this? You said you're not a musician so I'm guessing that just means you don't read music well? You did this by ear? That's unbelievable! I can do things by ear, but not that well. I can't imangine trying to do all that without a keyboard and a computer keyboard and mouse. What program did you use?

[funkmasterta]

CaptainSolo, did you ever or plan to do a Lord of the Rings theme song?

I found one on the web: www.myt610.com

but the quality is very so-so. Nothing compared to what you've done w/Pirates.

[CaptainSolo]

Well, thanks again for all the praise... and concerning that "sequencing by ear"-issue... well, it's hard to describe, but I'll try:

You're right, I can't read music... I mean, like most people I had some musical education at school, but for me it would take forever to figure out a melody by just looking at notation. And because of this it wouldn't really help if I had sheet music (ok, maybe it would help in difficult passages, but it would take much longer). For me it is easier to listen to the music over and over again, and then I'll just start with the base melody and try to nail it as close as possible to the original. Then I listen to it again, and usually I hear more "details" in the music, which I add to the sequence. I repeat this step many times, until it sounds somehow like the original. When it comes to chords, it's more or less trial and error. I'll add the base note, and try to add the other two notes by just trying around, until I hit the right chord. It sound like it could take forever (sometimes it does), but in most cases I get it right pretty fast (after all there are only 12 different notes). Well, and after all that it just builds... (by the way, I am using the "MIDI Orchestrator Plus" from Voyetra). Of course, there are passages where you can't really figure out every single instrument, and in those cases I simply guess. And I try different things, until it SOUNDS like the real thing... it doesn't have to be right, it should just sound like it would be.

In the case of my Pirates-medley (which is the biggest thing I've done in MIDI), I had the advantage of the composer's style. It was done in typical Hans Zimmer style (of course it was composed by Klaus Badelt, but as a "disciple" of Zimmer, his style was strongly influenced by him... and after all Zimmer "overproduced" the score - as mentioned on the CD - which kinda sounds negative, like Zimmer "proof read" it). Anyway, Zimmer has a very pop-oriented style, which means very homogene rhythms, and not so many changes in speed. This made it a little easier for me.

And this leads to the idea of doing "Lord of the Rings". Well, I would LOVE to do it... again in medley-form (maybe three 12 minute medleys... one for each film). Shore did an awesome job on it. But I am not sure if I can do it (it's NOT pop-oriented). I think I'll try, but it'll take much time... much longer than the Pirates-medley.

[funkmasterta]

wow...good post! Thanks for detailing the steps you go thru, much appreciated since it's not uncommon that ppl are unwilling to share good secrets.

try out that t610 link above, it might help you w/the base melody.

I'm sure I speak for everyone as we can't wait to hear what your rendition would sound like.

:thumbsup:

[ZelRiptha]

He posted the link:

http://www.scummbar.com/community/fanmusic/files/PotC121203115800.mid

in this post:

http://board.midibuddy.net/showthread.php?postid=449091#post449091

Ready for your eager ears! ;)

[CaptainSolo]

Thank you all...

And by the way, I posted the direct link in this thread as well...

[funkmasterta]

what are you guys doing on the net? it's christmas!

[Tamaralynn23]

OOoh sooo good!! Great job!!!

[funkmasterta]

yea, I just hope he creates a Lord of the Rings theme.

[funkmasterta]

wow, I just listened to that and it's awesome! yea, it is easier to use sheet music.

[mrrish2]

wow, that is really good. keep i tup!

[funkmasterta]

converted them to ringtones here:

http://www.howardforums.com/showthread.php?s=&postid=2155239#post2155239

[jannar85]

Awesome :D I love the music in PotC :D

[Steenabiez]

i'm lovin it lalalallaa :p

[Memzee]

sounds cool

[Capt.Sparrow]

Potc is an amazing film, i look forward to listening to your midi when i get the money :D

[kim_eh]

I love this movie. It's hilarious, I'm sure the Midi's great, I'll download it when I completely figure out this MB$ thing...

[scottbogle]

Can't wait to hear the new version!! Thanks!!

[Ragnarok]

jeez that is one of teh higher quality sounding midis ive heard good job.
Ive been looking for Pirates of the caribbean midis for a while "he's a pirate" in particular. how come no one has made them as they are or have they?

[truePS2gamer]

Sounds good to me.....great song from great movie. Job well done.

[alanbates]

wow... thats all i can say... wow.
I wish i had some talent *sobs :)

[Condemer]

You have a point but I have lost 200mb because MidiBuddy's system screwed up, and wouldn't connect my downloads properly. And thats quite a few posts and even on top of that borrowing from friends.

[jannar85]

Nice! Sure gets you into the same mood when watching the film :)

[chaos]

great .... ilove it

thanks CaptainSolo

[Madspoons]

Oh, i'd prob like it if i could download it with cred...

I mean does this cred work? maybe later on for senior members but the newbies are jus forced to talk jibberish for awhile till they clock up some good cred......maybe a starter bonus would be cool......anyway. back to this....

Yeah, its on my list....my long long long list...labelled To Download at the top......

[ZelRiptha]

If you'd bothered to read the whole thread, you would have noticed that CaptainSolo posted a link to the file that doesn't require $MB to download. And if you're having trouble finding ways to earn $MB, try reading slickvic's thread, How to make $2100 MB per week (http://board.midibuddy.net/t81685.html).

And, chaos, you've already thanked the good Captain once in this thread. No need to repeat yourself. Of course, it might be more appropriate if you wait until you've actually heard the file to thank him... :rolleyes2

[BVT]

Dear Captain Solo,

First I'd like to congratulate you with your great work. The medly sounds fantastic.
But, I'd like to ask you for a favor:

In the song is a piece that is a bit more up-tempo. The song is called Jack Sparrow, I think.
Could you take that bit out of the medly and make a new (short) midi file out of it?
If you could do that for me, I'd be very grateful. Could you maybe mail it to me as well?

Thanks in advance!!

ps: I'm sorry if my english isn't that good, but I'm from the Netherlands, so English isn't my native language.

[pinkaholic1]

ooooo dis looks really kool, ya know wen i get some more mb im gonna get this one, i wanna know wot it sounds like :)

[jirolo]

great song, good job, this is a awesome midi

[HariZ]

This one is cool :) I always love to hear music of this movie...

[bennypupenny]

WOW !!! it's a very, very good work ! sounds great !

[DarkStar]

keep up the good work;)

[atong]

wow great song

[xtranex]

the first version of this was very very good, so im collecting money to get this one!!
can you work on the whole album?
the whole soundtrack, each number on it..

[annie3705]

Yay! I love POTC! I can't wait till I get enough cash. LOL!

[Ryuichi88]

WOW SOOO AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!

[Brice626]

This is fantastic :o

[rockysir]

thx man

[foreverloved]

I wish I could dl that.. lol this site is soo confusing.. I really love POTC though, I'm sure it sounds great.

[CaptainSolo]

I don't understand why you guys are trying to collect credits... if you've had read the entire thread, you've found the download link on page 2:

DIRECT DOWNLOAD THE FILE HERE!!!! (http://www.scummbar.com/community/fanmusic/files/PotC121203115800.mid)

[jeaniesing]

(just deleted a bunch of them Cap.... still great work!)

[ZelRiptha]

Eek! Sorry, J. I might've gotten around to it soon.... :o

[Sherry21]

very nice midi!! ;o)

[jeaniesing]

Originally posted by ZelRiptha
Eek! Sorry, J. I might've gotten around to it soon.... :o Never a problem Zel m'friend :)

[potclover]

I love POTC. When i get enough MB$ I'll defiantely have to buy it!! ;)

[potclover]

Thanks for the direct link to the download!!! I downloaded it and i am listening to it right now and i'm loving it!!! It's awesome!!! Thanks a bunch!

[justinlow2]

that was the best soundtrack i heard in ages!

[sirius22]

thats some great stuff

[Megzie_22]

i love potc but I don't have enough mb to get it yet but I am working on that. THanks for your help

[ZelRiptha]

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[CaptainSolo]

People should spend a little more time reading...

[Megzie_22]

I tried to get it to and all I got was a stupid error can someone send it to me please thanks

[cpierson]

My band had a movie made for our concert with POTC and we played the music for the movie. The movie was clips put together, and they took the sound out, and we played the music. Its was fun and awesome.

[habsfan]

Amazing midi...thanks CaptainSolo!

[iswimfast234]

You didnt include "to the pirates cave!" thats my favorite part and you forgot it hooker

[iswimfast234]

You forgot "to the pirate's cave" hooker thats the best part

[CaptainSolo]

I didn't forget it... I just didn't include so that YOU have something to complain about.

[ZelRiptha]

Wow, CaptainSolo.
Your thread gets the most interesting hits... :rolleyes:

;)

Any plans for other theatrical sequences? (Since your work is so good! :thumbsup: )

[CaptainSolo]

I am not sure what I'll do next... right now I am almost done with my latest MIDI-file, the song "Stranger in This Town" by Richie Sambora... it's about 98% finished.

I'll post it on the forums, of course.

[ZelRiptha]

I'm looking forward to it! :D

[CCattVII]

Great arrangement. I enjoyed every second of this piece. There was hoever a few things that lacked, but for the most part (^ ^) great job!

[pianoguy1140]

POTC is the best! I can't wait for Secret Window to come out!

[CCattVII]

What is secret Window?

[Rufio]

The end is stunning..!

[Russbo]

Okay, here's a gooby question... have you created just a smaller version of the Pirates theme, Capt. Solo? If you've already answered, I apologize. I'm kinda just skimming the site right now. I'm a little strapped for time. :/

Russell

[CaptainSolo]

OK, I have finished my "Strager in This Town"-MIDI, but unfortunately it's not allowed to post MIDIs of existing songs on this board...

So if you (the few people who read this thread) want to check it out, here's the link:

Richie Sambora - Stranger in This Town (http://www.scummbar.com/mi2/temp/Richie Sambora - Stranger in This Town.mid)

Tell me what you think, and then go back on the actual topic of this thread... or it might get deleted... :rolleyes:

[bennypupenny]

very nice song and a very nice midi ...

[aidenlampard]

That's very nice~ thank s very much

[dorak]

i tried dling the song but it won't work.

[CaptainSolo]

Works for me...

[warrick05]

way to go!!! :cool: that's awesome