Contextual: Spitfire Studio Orchestra

Christian talks through his demo using Studio Brass Professional, Studio Strings Professional and the new Studio Woodwinds Professional library.
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[@jeremiahis]

I met Jerry Goldsmith once a while back. I told him, “I’m a big fan or your scores, especially ‘Rudy'.” That seemed to get his attention as he looked me in the eye and replied, “My favorite too."

[@VFXCommander]

I wish I could tell him about his Mulan score :(

[@ridgero]

Thanks for the tip, Rudy is a brilliant OST

[@nasoundtracks8843]

It's annoying that every video I'm watching of spitfire I want to buy the library!!! Amazing!!

[@juliusbogren3990]

Pure gold! These libraries sound great and Christian - you really are an amazing composer. Got really moved by this piece.

[@edmasters4454]

That's very nice, Christian. Interesting to add the more extreme delay/reverb to the instruments. I think that's part of the appeal of the Studio series products for me. Being able to control the ambiance without it being recorded into the samples, provides lot's of creative options. Congrats on the completion of Studio Orchestra.

[@carlstephenkoto619]

Beautiful stuff CH! I found your descriptions of the delay/verbs particularly instructive. Thanks as always.

[@WillWilson]

Always happy when I see Christian in his shed!

[@sasquatch_life]

I think you really nailed that late 90's drama score sound! It can't be easy presenting your compositions in this format for all to comment on, etc so thanks for this ongoing degree of courage. The library sounds really magic too.

[@jonnyreid7823]

Former 4 valve euphonium player; it tickles me that you even know we exist, let alone your favorite instrument!

[@TheCrowHillCo]

Jonny Reid did I remember this right, I also love that when you book euphonium players you need to ask If they’re Euphonium players or trombonists doubling because the latter don’t like it transposed?

[@jonnyreid7823]

Christian Henson Music precisely. There are many euphonium players who converted from a different instrument because its music can be written in both treble and bass clef. In the last group I was with, it was a strange transition because I read both, but had never read treble clef while playing a euphonium. Fun little challenge to get the gears churning.

[@CK9C]

Brilliant video! I think it's about time I update my Spitfire Audio library with a few new sounds!

[@dimensionstomorrow]

Wow. That was powerful. SStO is my first big orchestral library and I’m finding it quite challenging to learn, but it’s great to see what it’s capable of. Very inspiring! This is not really what I was envisioning using the library for, but it’s the first time a library walk through video has had such an emotional impact on me.

[@SupaPoopaScoopa]

Love your energy so genuinely passionate.

[@issiewizzie]

I actually liked the composition and the way it came out ...superb - impressed.

[@NorfolkTraveller]

Lovely - reminded me of Band of Brothers. The 3 elements of Studio Orchestra (non pro) would juuuust about fit on my remaining HD space.... but then... what else are you going to come out with? Aaahhh...

[@thomasmcgill6918]

Beautiful

[@havardflatjordnetland8093]

Just bought this, cant wait to try it out!

[@ridgero]

Wonderful song, love it!!!

[@DRUMAdam91]

Amazing track! Definitely picking up the woodwinds to complete the trilogy!

[@kirbyspencer]

One of your best in my opinion. Maybe cheesy, but as you say, feeling is being somewhat left aside in the age of the epic Hollywood score - topic for another time maybe. The winds will complete my studio collection, thanks to everyone at spitfire for the studio orchestra. Its fab! 😁

[@nedfo72]

I so badly don't need this... but I so badly want it

[@bobheatliesongs]

Ditto! 😢

[@MrDanster63]

Thanks for the great breakdown of the mix and plug ins used for this track. I'm with several other commenters below, I don't think the track is cheesy at all!

[@VFXCommander]

Chris, we need to complete the series with percussion, harp, piano and possibly choir. The Hans Zimmer's choir type of sound not Eric's sleepy sound.

[@ClicStudio]

Makes me think of Tomorrowland’s soundtrack and a bit the soundtrack of tou story^^ Really great job on this one and really helpful explanation

[@JPDC624]

GREAT demo, not just about the library but how you PLAY it. Super. What is that fader controller you use for expression? Is it custom?

[@pilarm5488]

Thank you so much for your video, is very helpful and it sounds beautiful!! I would like to know which one is your expression and dynamic external controller, thanks you!

[@unclescott8792]

Dood! I soooo don’t belong in a group as classy and refined as this. With my immature ignorance proudly proclaimed - I just wanted to let you know this was a lovely ditty you wrote. Thank you for sharing with us -Scott

[@ArturoAlbero]

Now I'm with the symphonic series but I put these on my wishlist :)

[@tomwright1564]

I love it so much, sounds like Copland? Does anyone know the chord sequence. It seems simple but with extensions? Any help would be appreciated.

[@w1wang]

I love all of these. Any plans for a dry Studio Percussion?

[@netrex9916]

If you're looking for a decent dry perc library, Rhapsody: Orchestral Percussion is currently 75% off (from $200 to $50)

[@osolito1]

Very good. Thank You.

[@markg5713]

Thank you. Beautiful music.

[@jeremiahis]

Does “cheesy” mean ‘emotionally suckered into something beautiful (and God-forbid...tonal...gasp)’? If so I guess the word works but not if it means anything else with which the word is usually associated. This is certainly great...and emotional... stuff!

[@SHOCMUSIC]

Spitfire is just the most insane orchestral libraries ever

[@ChrisRamis]

I should love to get at least 50% of your talent, Christian.

[@siddhantpetkar9728]

Not on SoundCloud yet?

[@samjohnson1503]

I am just starting out with film composing and currently finishing the score to the film 'The Arsonist' for September all on Garageband. I'd love to upgrade to this with Logic Pro X. How much control do you have over velocities? I noticed the second trumpet note was much brighter. I love this American patriotic and "cheesy" style so thank you for this video. Sam

[@samuelkimmusic]

Does anyone know the midi controller he's using?

[@WillWilson]

Palette Gear

[@JonSkelton]

Your piece reminded me of James Horner - Apollo 13. I want to write this good. I use notation software with the NI VST libraries; but it just doesn't seem to get even close. Seriously looking at Spitfire! However, is there any way I can get to this level on my current path with notation software; or do I need to just commit to using my DAW and a controller to get those great nuances? Cheers!

[@meharchumble3695]

did you put the tempo changes before, during or after the piece was arranged?

[@TheCrowHillCo]

Mehar Chumble after

[@donjave7146]

I'm getting a 10 hard disk bay so I can install 2 4tb drives for now and add all the sounds i need and connect it via ethernet, there are tons of spitfire and decent sampler sounds I'd love to get

[@philipbarman8577]

Hi, What is the name of that controller you use to automate expression/vibrato etc?

[@TheCrowHillCo]

Its the palettegear.com/ system.... is it perfect.... hmmmm, not sure, very expensive and doesn't really do the job that cheaper alternates does, the Kenton Control Freak is one to get off eBay.

[@paulshurov9296]

Where did you get your two fader controller from?

[@jakeskate1998]

so the professional acctually has more instruments then the regular edition or its just more mic positions?

[@gracovetsky7378]

Dommage que Spitfire n'ai pas pris 5 minutes pour répondre à la question que beaucoup de gens ici se sont posé. Pour les suivants, les contrôleurs qu'il utilise sont des "palette" de chez Monogram Creative Consol.

[@antonioamayachica2175]

6:30 gave me some "The Mission" vibes

[@apogeedesign4348]

This Guy is kind of talented ahh ? What sets him apart is his incredible drive.... he’s just like WOW so intense. !

[@greenrover1]

A lonely city street, all alone and walking again towards destination nowhere, darkness fully resolved into light.

[@weschilton]

Sorry, but honestly, Christian.... I have to strongly disagree with you. There is nothing at all cheesy about this piece. In fact its one of the better pieces of yours that i've heard.

[@TheCrowHillCo]

Wes Chilton that’s very kind, thank you. C x

[@weschilton]

@@TheCrowHillCo Thank YOU. All of your examples and videos helped me to decide to purchase the SF Studio Orchestra Library and so far I am really impressed with it.

[@user-ls9ov4lm7o]

For those who are not good at English, this video need English subtitles are needed.

[@LionDestructorofEkumenizam]

550 dólares por esa librería pobre de instrumentos y ajustes ???? SONUSCORE te ofrece la ORCHESTRA COMPLETE 2 por el mismo precio y esta mejor organizada con mas presets y ajuste de instrumentos, listos para que el productor musical tome lo que necesita para su creación.

[@LionDestructorofEkumenizam]

les deberia dar verguenza de vender ese producto tan caro y pobre de versatilidad musical, demasiado costoso para pagar por algo tan ruin y escaso de opciones. mejor me quedo con ORCHESTRA COMPLETE 2 de sonuscore