Untitled, for Solo Piano | in the style of Joe Hisaishi

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[@AlexHeppelmann]

Looking for title suggestions for this one!

[@ZacharyScottBeats]

Beautifully done, man! You're really nail Hisaishi everytime lol This reminds me of Rurouni Kenshin, particularly when he has moments of internal resolution with his past. So with that in mind, I thought Onward might be an appropriate title. On a side note, was this performed or is this programmed playback?

[@AlexHeppelmann]

Thanks @@ZacharyScottBeats! Onward is a fitting title -- will definitely consider it! I performed this one in using VSL's CFX.

[@brandonrobins1221]

Just an idea for the name ; This could be called Fall or Autumn in contrast to Joe hisashis Piece called "Summer". It sounds separate but it has similar vibes💯 amazing work . Definitely have a new sub and student

[@mattlewis9920]

Nice work Alex. 🎉

[@matarmusic]

really beautiful piece!

[@AlexHeppelmann]

Thank you!

[@waterman121]

This has a lovely harmonic palette, really nailed the Hisaishi vibe, I felt it in the chords in m.14-17, and the humble/grand feeling is captured so well throughout. Nice!!

[@AlexHeppelmann]

Thanks!

[@dwdougherty]

Just lovely, Alex! 🎉

[@AlexHeppelmann]

Thanks so much!

[@TotoOrchestral]

0:29 j-rpg vibes 🥹

[@wheraboo5013]

Nuanced and balanced, reminds one of Princess Mononoke. The theme after the interlude has a very fine distinction in regards of where it takes us. This is truly a musical moment. Perhaps a befitting name could be Kazari? The piece dances along as if to ornament time.

[@AlexHeppelmann]

Thanks! So the word Kazari means 'ornament'?

[@wheraboo5013]

@@AlexHeppelmann yes, it feels befitting.