Sicily Farewell 1906 - Orlando51

22nd May 2015 12:21 - 11 years ago
Description : 1906 was the year of the largest emigration wave of Sicilians to America. Sicily, the cradle of mafia and vendeta, and the land of poverty. Why did I compose this? Coincidentaly, last week I was watching again all three "Godfather" movies after a long time (Marlon Brando is still my favourite actor), so I got an idea! The sentiment of leaving beloved homeland and family in desperate search for a better future is the key here to capture. Human heart in sadness but full of hope ! Mediteranean flavour mixed with almost classical elements prevails in this little extra offer. Not a cup of tea for everyone then...probably only for those who are able to survive all that orlandesque trumpery.:) It's a tricky one...ok?

Comments (32)

If you have time take a listen and give Orlando51 some feedback.

samik1994
samik1994 25th Aug 2015 14:55 - 11 years ago
wow amazing
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 30th Aug 2015 - 11 years ago
Thanks alot for listening and download!

Orlando
Sefgrt
Sefgrt 24th Jul 2015 10:01 - 11 years ago
fabulous
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 24th Jul 2015 - 11 years ago
Thanks alot!:)

Orlando
Ricochetriot
Ricochetriot 8th Jul 2015 20:09 - 11 years ago
absolutely fantastic
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 8th Jul 2015 - 11 years ago
Many thanks for listening, downloading, 'faving' and for these two powerful words!:)

With much appreciation______Orlando
liaostella
liaostella 1st Jul 2015 00:39 - 11 years ago
Amazing!
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 1st Jul 2015 - 11 years ago
Thanks for listening and downloading!

Cheers_____Orlando
iamfsh
iamfsh 30th Jun 2015 23:39 - 11 years ago
انا سبونج بوب> بوب>بوب
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 1st Jul 2015 - 11 years ago
Thanks alot...whatever it means!:)

All the best____Orlando
xXinFormalXxAJ
xXinFormalXxAJ 24th Jun 2015 13:45 - 11 years ago
Really a good track bro. I can feel the ambiance. The environment is cool!! Good work!!
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 24th Jun 2015 - 11 years ago
I'm really glad you like this one!:) Thanks alot!

With appreciation______Orlando
Mosaic
Mosaic 2nd Jun 2015 04:21 - 11 years ago
Hey Orlando

Mate amazing piece of work, just brilliant, so much emotion worked together into this piece, taking you on a journey of hardship...Nearly would say this is my fav piece of yours so far...If not it is right up at the top of the list...MASSIVE fav mate...One of the best piece's heard on the loop in a long while...Peace n Respect...Mosaic...
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 2nd Jun 2015 - 11 years ago
I'm so grateful for this generous comment, my friend....means alot!:)

With much appreciation____Orlando
ShortBusMusic
ShortBusMusic 31st May 2015 16:22 - 11 years ago
Hans Zimmer, Danny Elfman, John Williams, and now Orlando...great, great composition!!!!!

There is nothing to critique here. There is simply a stunning, heartfelt composition that was well thought out, and executed even better.

I have nothing worthy to say, so the best I can do is add it to favorites, download it for future reference and enjoyment, thank you for your generosity, and stand and applaud.

Bravo!

I hope all is well.

Bear
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 31st May 2015 - 11 years ago
I'm so grateful for this review , Barry, so generous and positive...this piece is getting some recognition here on LM that I wouldn't expect....thank you so much!;)

With much appreciation_____Orlando
PDMuzak
PDMuzak 31st May 2015 03:45 - 11 years ago
Fantastic orchestration It's easy to listen to , probably difficult to perform. You posses great songwriting/arranging skills. Keep it up. PDMuzak
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 31st May 2015 - 11 years ago
So nice to read such a generous comment! Thanks alot!

With much appreciation_____Orlando
nz500
nz500 28th May 2015 04:48 - 11 years ago
Perfect music for a starry night :)
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 28th May 2015 - 11 years ago
Thanks for listening and mood recomendation!:)

With appreciation_____Orlando
youngboss900
youngboss900 28th May 2015 01:05 - 11 years ago
nice work
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 28th May 2015 - 11 years ago
Thanks for listening, commenting and downloading!:)

Orlando
Babsbabs
Babsbabs 27th May 2015 10:57 - 11 years ago
This just hit me.....
It is gor-ge-ous!
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 27th May 2015 - 11 years ago
Thank you so much for listening, downloading and for this lovely comment!:)

With appreciation____Orlando
Gnasty
Gnasty 26th May 2015 20:24 - 11 years ago
This is beautiful, very well done cinematic track! this is professional quality, really feels like a journey
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 27th May 2015 - 11 years ago
Thank you very much for this generous comment...much appreciated!

All the best_____orlando
MORTradio
MORTradio 26th May 2015 14:29 - 11 years ago
Being the fan that I am for the Coppola films, I was immersed in your track. It also reminded me of "Once Upon a Time in America". Well done.
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 26th May 2015 - 11 years ago
"Once upon...." was also a good movie! Thanks alot for stopping by to listen and comment!

With appreciation____Orlando
srob1234
srob1234 26th May 2015 13:21 - 11 years ago
This is full of feeling and emotion. After reading he description, you can't help but "zone out" into the world of imagining leaving behind your homeland while you listen! Well done!
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 26th May 2015 - 11 years ago
Thanks alot for taking tje time to listen and comment...much
appreciated!:)

Cheers____Orlando
arshloop
arshloop 26th May 2015 10:07 - 11 years ago
Excellent track...i like it very much !
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 26th May 2015 - 11 years ago
I'm really glad you liked it.....much appreciated¨!:)

All the best______Orlando
crucethus
crucethus 26th May 2015 00:49 - 11 years ago
I love the emotion with this work. I feel the hardship these brave new immigrants faced described by your deft composition. Congrats. well done.
Steve
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 26th May 2015 - 11 years ago
Thank you, Steve...you're always welcome!:)

Cheers_____Orlando
15ludwicke
15ludwicke 25th May 2015 15:17 - 11 years ago
As an Italian who has moved to America, I feel like you've captured the essence in its full. Loving the use of the strings as a call and response in some parts. Your picture of a heart with sadness and hope is one beautifully painted in this piece. Keep doing what you are doing because it is stunning.

Rico L.
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 25th May 2015 - 11 years ago
Rico, thank you so much for this lovely comment!

Ciao____Orlando
Tumbleweed
Tumbleweed 24th May 2015 19:55 - 11 years ago
much has already been said about this one Orlando...and rightly so...it is indeed exceptional...epic....inspirational....cinematic..thoughtfully composed...expertly arranged...and masterfully played...besides, the production is top notch too....I think that about covers it and thats my honest opinion my friend...Ed
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 25th May 2015 - 11 years ago
Thank you so much my friend for another supportive comment!
You can imagine how hungry of making music I was after that long blackout and I think now I'm much closer to the former strenghts with this composition. I'm glad you have so much positive to say about it....I always trust your opinion!:)
Also big thanks for the 'fav'...truly appreciated!

All the best_____Orlando
DijamMusic
DijamMusic 24th May 2015 10:19 - 11 years ago
Guys forget Francis Ford Coppola we have Orlando with such talent.
This track is amazing.
Well done
Jamid
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 24th May 2015 - 11 years ago
Thanks alot Jamid...much appreciated!

Cheers____Orlando
StaticNomad
StaticNomad 23rd May 2015 19:55 - 11 years ago
Hi. This is very emotive and powerful stuff.

It has a grand, sweeping epic feel to it. Very cinematic and the violin work is great.

Lots of elements all intertwining very skilfully in such a way that it's hard to work out which instrument is doing what. Lots of beauty and depth.

Sounds pretty much like pro soundtrack work.

Doesn't need any drums.

A short review from me because it's hard to go into detail on this one.

Big congrats.
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 24th May 2015 - 11 years ago
Thanks alot mate for this generous and encouraging feedback!

With much appreciation_____Orlando
Modnex
Modnex 23rd May 2015 18:16 - 11 years ago
I absolutely love the vibe of this one. It reminds me of those 1900 themed movies. I believe your small description fits well with this track. The sounds you came up with creates a very emotional vibe throughout the base of the track. With the right film to accompany it, this song could become a masterpiece no one will ever forget. Even though it does that quite well on it's own.

Great work here!
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 23rd May 2015 - 11 years ago
I'm so glad you liked it...thank you so much for listening and for this generous comment!:)

With appreciation_____ Orlando
mudhoen
mudhoen 23rd May 2015 17:48 - 11 years ago
Very cinematic and dramatic sound. Love the violin part in it. When reading the story behind this song I would say you captured the fear and hope very well.
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 23rd May 2015 - 11 years ago
Thanks alot for taking the time to listen and for posting this friendly comment!

With appreciation____Orlando
Oceanically
Oceanically 23rd May 2015 17:00 - 11 years ago
an epic, emotional piece fit for a blockbuster! Superbly done :)
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 23rd May 2015 - 11 years ago
Thanks alot for this lovely feedback!:)

With appreciation____Orlando
Spivkurl
Spivkurl 23rd May 2015 16:03 - 11 years ago
The only reason I moved away from the speakers for this one was that my kitty was heading towards the fresh vinigrette, but then I was back in the seat. I really enjoyed the texture of the piece. The movies which influenced are not exactly my thing, but I can appreciate the feeling behind it. I have to wonder how much of the poverty in that area is due to the mafia, and how much has to do with morality which encourages overpopulation. But it's the mercury retrograde, so I won't dig to deep into that conversation! Any way, the composition and mixing are top notch on this song, and you've done great!
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 23rd May 2015 - 11 years ago
Hi Spiv! I really appreciate your time spent for something which you're not quite into (certain music styles or movies etc.)and you're always so kind and friendly to say a word or two when my new track comes out....really precious and noble attitude! Thank you alot for that!

With much appreciation and gratitude______Orlando
joecramer
joecramer 23rd May 2015 14:20 - 11 years ago
Hello Orlando

Do you work as a composer for movies?????

This one sounds like direct taken from a film or just like special maked for a movie. WOW!

With this talent you can help many moviemakers to lift there work up.

Very cool one. I enjoyed the listen and the music touched in a way my heard and thats something very special.

Exelent piece of music!

stay tuned
joe
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 23rd May 2015 - 11 years ago
Not yet, Joe...haha...I'm still miles away from that level...
Movie makers should rely on kickass composers which I'm not.
For now the most important is that you enjoyed my music and that's a real privilege to me. Thank you so much for that and for this lovely comment!:)

With much appreciation_____Orlando
superultramegaok
superultramegaok 23rd May 2015 12:59 - 11 years ago
Hi Orlando
I'm italian and I live abroad,
your music is amazing, i can feel a lot of the influences of the southern italian music (minus, maybe a bit of arabs scales)
This one is truly a great piece,
i may suggest you to watch "nuovo cinema paradiso" a fine italian movie, shoot in sicily, with the sound track composed by the great ennio morricone

Great stuff, man !
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 23rd May 2015 - 11 years ago
Ciao amico!:)

I have to tell you that I've already watched "Nuovo cinema paradiso" some time ago and it's a great movie with great music score of Morricone!
Thanks alot for the great feedback!

Con gratitudine_____Orlando
promenade2239
promenade2239 23rd May 2015 00:35 - 11 years ago
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silverman
silverman 22nd May 2015 23:25 - 11 years ago
You are truly a talented man Orly.
I can taste the sardines as I listen to this ... in the favs it goes.
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 23rd May 2015 - 11 years ago
Thanks alot mate!

I was just opening a can of tuna, but sardines are truly a better match.:)

With gratitude_____Orlando
Danke
Danke 22nd May 2015 18:43 - 11 years ago
If someone's got any connection with Francis Ford Coppola, call him to direct the 4th part, just because of this music...:-)

Outstanding artwork!

All my hats off, Danke
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 23rd May 2015 - 11 years ago
Is uncle Francis still alive? I will check it out...:)

Thank you, my friend

Orlando
Burtsbluesboxes
Burtsbluesboxes 22nd May 2015 17:41 - 11 years ago
Love the Godfather movies :D I've read a few Mario Puzo books as well. I have a Mafia "La Costra Nostra an Expose" vhs box set that's quite interesting and violent to say the least... I didn't know Rudy Guliaani was a prosecutor, he's so young in it, hahaha. I think you nailed your description here once again! *plays again Excellent work Orlando :p I can only imagine having to leave your homeland and go to another country altogether. I've been some miles from where i live for a week at time and after just a couple days I wanted to go home in the worst way!
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 22nd May 2015 - 11 years ago
You seem quite connected with mafia...haha...Joke aside and thanks alot for listening and positive feedback!

With appreciation_____Orlando
JAweGuy
JAweGuy 22nd May 2015 16:38 - 11 years ago
I managed to get to the end of this without moving in my chair, only when this beautiful piece of music was over did I snap out of the trance!

I think this is an incredible composition, one I'll be listening to again for sure. Around the three minute mark it was magical for me.

- JAweGuy
Orlando51
Orlando51 replied 22nd May 2015 - 11 years ago
Really nice to know that my new track grabbed your atention!
Thank you so much for listening and posting this friendly comment.:)

With much appreciation____Orlando

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