Suitable songs

[Ray]

Theatre March on Tyros and Genos, works well using OTS for the old wartime song, "Lilli Marlene". Reproducing a similar organ sound from bygone times. Just wondering has anyone suggestions of other march music/ songs that would similarly suit the above reg. setup.

[DrakeM]

There are 2 suggestions from the G2 playlist "I Do Like to Beside the Seaside" and "The Liberty Bell March".

Drake

[StuCos]

Hi Ray,

Here are some further suggested song titles:-

- Who Were You With Last Night?
- Hold Your Hand Out You Naughty Boy
- Hello! Hello! Who's Your Lady Friend
- The Man Who Broke The Bank At Monte Carlo
- It's a Long Way To Tipperary

Regards,

Stuart

[mikf]

Theatre March on Tyros and Genos, works well using OTS for the old wartime song, "Lilli Marlene".

Everyone has different ideas of what sounds good, and I respect the different musical tastes. But I have to say Ray I can't think of a less suitable setting for Lili Marlène. This is a really beautiful love song, full of wonderful harmonic possibilities. You should re-think this.
It's easy for people, especially less experienced musicians, to get seduced by robust, busy styles, that do most of the work while they just play a few notes. But it's not the right direction for good music. Arrangers get a bad press, and this is why. Styles should be there to support and accompany the player, not to be the focus.
At least that's my view. Start with the song,, - hear in your mind how you want it to sound, - look for a simple style - get familiar with the harmony, - hear the ideal phrasing in your head, practice and make it sound nice within your capabilities. Then keep pushing your capabilities.

Mike