Ana I

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Member Since: 3/6/2007
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Reviews and comments about Mr. Schroeter's music

"....Internet is an ocean, and in every ocean there are islands. Here is one, amazing, moving, disquieting. Please, listen andmeditate this music. Ask yourself, then, where does it come from, where is the source of this Art; because if you think that the simpleacademic exercise will bring your capacity to this goal, that the simple act to "glue" toghether fragments of the immensely rich musicaltradition of the late romantic composers will be enough, then I would rather convince myself to spend all my energies in rebuilding suchAcademy. But I believe this music being inspiration and passion, in the framework of profound musical knowledge, given by a strange mistake of theGods, to the wrong world in the wrong time..."

Commentary from Mr. Claudio Ronco, Italian professional Cellist and Composer, About Mr. Schroeter's Piano ConcertoOp.180 No.3 (F minor) - "Hands of Destiny"

"...G.S. music has sonority - balanced voicings, intriguing harmonic progressions, and delightful melodic ideas..."

"...This is all fascinating stuff, and the more I am exposed to this gifted musician and his work the more I am inclined to feel thesame as Bernard my namesake. Who cares if the music is a century behind the times - this man has talent.."

"...We’re all entitled to fairly appraise the man and his music as we choose. In his program notes accompanying some of this newmusic he speaks of a new style that he’s exploring and developing. Maybe that’s why many of us can’t exactly place it. Maybe instead of beingtoo old it’s too new. Maybe the direction that he’s taking is foreign, strange, unexplored so we’re hesitant to travel this uncharted territory. Ibelieve that only a person with his particular brand of genius could even attempt such a thing. For most of us our comprehension of music hasbeen carefully laid out as if a formal table setting for a special evening meal. Mix up the knives and forks and we find ourselves busily scurryingto right the wrong. The delicious well prepared meal was not affected in the slightest, however..."

"....Please, try to get used to the new sensations that Mr. Schroeter’s music stirs in you. Don’t hide from it. Don’t close your mind. Ifanyone’s music is going to be remembered, written about and performed a hundred years from now it will be the music of GuilhermeSchroeter. The rest of us seem to be stuck in this deep stylistic musical groove that we can’t climb out of. I thoroughly enjoy his new style ofwriting, his direction, his structure, his melodies, his harmonies and the exquisite care he takes with his music. ..."

"...His music, judging by the excerpts I have heard ( let's be honest, do we always listen to a whole 15 minute work before formingan opinion) seems to me to show a certain level of accomplishment, a knowledge of the style of Brahms and other 19th century composersthat is certainly superior to several other, more lauded composers on this site, and a level of invention that keeps you listening for longer thanusual before pressing 'stop'..."

"....As to his Music, I like very much the Rhapsody on Rachmaninoff Third Concerto. It is a fine showpiece, and there is a niche for itin the United States, especially as a jury or Recital piece for those wishing to fulfill the contemporary requirement without also having toendure practicing much dissonant noise. I fulfilled this requirement myself on a Doctoral recital some years ago, by playing Rachmaninoff'sChopin Variations. At least in the Conservatory I was associated with, as well as many other music schools, his piece would be preferred overmany other more "modern" ones, or shall we say, in the language of Henry Pleasant, "agonizing" ones? Also, many pianists will enjoy theopportunity of playing a piece based on Rach 3...."

"...Not many pianists get a chance to play it with Orchestra, although it is the dream of many so to do. Anyway, I intend to recordthis piece for a recording project I have long been working on of lesser-known Romantic works. And it is a Neo-Romantic work, after all, andquite a fine one. Another piece is Fantasy Op.38 chamber work. I have reviewed this piece elsewhere, and it is a fine effort in a different style.I am considering taking that with me for a series of chamber music concerts in Rome. I hope, in general, that, especially now, people willcease to see music history as an inviolable chronology of events and styles, one passing off and producing the next in an endless chain alwaysmoving forward. ..."

Reviews about my music at sibeliusmusic.com

29 Preludes for Piano Op.1
Reviewer: Tunami Dry Macomb, MI (composer)
Date: 3.8.2006 11:29am

10/10 Fabulous!

"... I envy all the genius' who can play as well as yourself. I am very unpleased with the inactivity of this genre. The audience is justnot big enough to gain any attention. Transforming classical music into electronic music has helped this style and these ideas live. You can begreatly recognized if you mix in with the current styles. Your skill is amazing and definitely could create some great modernized tracks. Goodlistening..."

Six ideas for piano op.5
Reviewer: Vladameir Hertz (composer)
Date: 30th Jun 2005

A work to be reckoned with!

"...This is a wonderful piece by a wonderful composer and dedicated to another wonderful composer. This is some very inovativewriting for the modern jazz piano by a very talented composer. The theme in the second movement is beautiful. Each movement is unique andwonderful. Great work and keep it up!..."

Nature suite for Flute and piano op.6
Reviewer: Hannes Vanlancker (composer)
Date: 3rd Aug 2005

Beautiful!!

"...This suite is very nice and very suitable for the flute. When I heared the first part it made me think of Stravinsky mixed with world music. Very nice! The flute works out the main theme very nicewith a good harmony in the piano. The second part is very good for the low register for the flute and also the beginning middle register which has a nice sound. The harmonyunder it fits very well. In this part you have also recognition in the melody that repeats himself quite often which is also very nice done. The third part could be very good for a movie soundtrack. It's called the wind and it can take you away also. You can hear the movement ofthe wind in the piano and the flute really takes you away. Here mr. Schroeter uses the high register of the flute which is, again, well chosen. In the fourth part you really can see that each movement of the suite has it's one kind of rhythm. Which is good cause you can keep themapart, though their all in the same suite. In the fifth movement I really like the imitation principle and again this movement reminds me of Stravinsky. After the imitation you get a moreheavier part with a quite moving melody going up and down. The sixth and last movement of the suite is a nice impression of what rain can be. Here, the rain is not something to be sad of, it's more like afeeling between happiness and sadness. Again a repetitive bass line in the piano gives this movement his own feeling. I think this is a very good suite for flute and my girlfriend who plays the flute will like it too I think. This piece is worth it to be recorded on CD.Really! Good job, mr. Schroeter! Greetings, Hannes Vanlancker (composer)..."

Sonata for Violin and Piano Op.7 No.2 (A Major)
Reviewer: Barry Stronge

Delightful.

"...Mr Schroeter's compositions are fast becoming among my favourites at this website. This little work for violin and piano isdelightful. I particularly liked the imitative dialogue between the violin and the piano in third movement. Silences are also judiciously used -always a sign of a mature composer. There is a lyricim in Mr Schroeter's writing which is all his own and which also pervades his heavierworks. He knows how to turn a phrase. I am not a violinist, but it seems to me that the violin part is not demanding and that this piece is veryapproachable by players at less than virtuoso levels. I hope it will be widely played and heard..."

Fantasy for guitar and Piano Op.9 (D Major)
Reviewer: Brian Hanson
Date: 17th Aug 2005

Good idea!

"...This is a great idea, but I dont know how well this would work considering massive volume of the piano and the little volume ofthe guitar. If you had the right guitarist (with the massive technique say of the Romero family whom which Rodrigo dedicated many works to)and the right pianist this piece could work as a performable piece. This also seems like an interesting dedication to Rodrigo because this musicis nothing like Rodrigo's music, but what does that matter you dedicated this piece to him, and it is good piece of music. Good Job!..."

Braziliana (Suite for Piano) Op.14
Reviewer: Merv Hansen

The work of a master!

"...His ideas are stunning and inventive and unorthodox. A concert performer that composes music that requires interpretive skill aswell as a fine touch that so many lack. The naysayers can make all the fun they want, but this man has incredible talent ... "

Scherzo for Basson and Piano Op.18 (F Major)
Reviewer: Barry Stronge (bassonist and composer)
Date: 2nd May 2005

Skilfully done

"... I am very flattered to have received the dedication of this charming piece for bassoon and piano. It is, I believe, Mr Schroeter'sonly work so far for that combination, yet he shows a greater understanding of the characteristics of the bassoon than have many others whohave written for it. The themes are both noble and lyrical. Although the solo part rarely descends out of the tenor register, it is perfectlymanageable. I particularly like the interesting modulations and the happy turns of phrase so characteristic of all Mr Schroeter'scompositions..."

Scherzo for Basson and Piano Op.18 (F Major)
Reviewer: Merv Hansen

I loved it!

"... Guilherme, I had resolved never to write a review again after some people crapped on me after a favorable review of anotherpiece. However, I simply cannot hold back. Your mastery of the musical language never ceases to amaze me. I particularly enjoyed your pianoaccompaniment for the bassoon. It wasn’t overpowering and didn’t detract from the noble sound of the instrument in the slightest. The day Iheard your first composition I knew that you were a force to be reckoned with. This is just another one of your outstanding musicalachievements. May the force by with you, my friend!... "

Fantasy "Brazilian rhythmic" for Violin and Piano Op.22 No.1 (G minor)
Reviewer Nick Pauly
Date:11th Jul 2005

Fantastic!

"... This is a great work here for violin and piano, and it would be fun to play on the violin. It makes a good show piece for anytalented violinist. I would certainly play it, but I feel your high price probably indicates you would rather it not leave the computer screen. Verywell done nonetheless, and keep up the superb work! ..."

Fantasy op.38 for trio (woodwind) and piano (G Major)
Reviewer: John carpenter

This piece has soul.

"...Here Schroeter has created something of great interest. Here he has been able to bring to his music what Edward Albee called"that gut thing." It is full of power, soul, and song. Here is a modern idiom, with the instruments always equal with each other in weight. Hereis canonic imitation, with some inversion, and other techniques, so used to create an ongoing dialog of instruments, and never do thetechniques distract from the flow of this music to it's logical and psychologicaly fulfilling destination. Yet, most importantly, he has used music,the "language of the soul" to communicate some message from the soul...Something more than notes. The very "gut thing" that Albee oncetold his class makes a great playwright... An indefinable essence of expression, yearning, fulfillment. And, he does this all while maintaining aconstant stream of ideas which never become so complex as to distract or weigh down the auditor. This piece would work well as the modernoffering on any Chamber Music Program..."

Note: John Carpenter is an accomplished concert pianist (and composer) - he studied with Mr Goldsand (the sameprofessor of my teacher, Larry Fountain) in manhattan school of music (Mr. Goldsand was poupil of the great Moritz Rosenthal, the mostfamous Lizst poupil)

Fantasy op.38 for trio (woodwind) and piano (G major)
Reviewer: Barry Stronge

Deserving the widest success.

"...I agree with everything Mr Carpenter has said about this composition. I know that Mr Schroeter has turned only recently tocomposition of chamber works with wind instruments. I am astonished at the speed with which he has mastered the skill of composing forsuch diverse ensembles. As to the musical content, I can only support what the previous reviewer has said so well. Mr Schroeter hasdeservedly received a number of prizes and accolades for his work. The time cannot be far distant when we shall hear his compositionsbroadcast for the enjoyment of the widest possible audience..."

Nocturne Op.41 No.1 (D minor)
Reviewer: Ali helnwein (composer, violinist)
Date: 25th Jul 2005

Beautiful

"...Indeed, a lovely romantic style piece. The more you listen to pieces by Schroeter, the more you recognize his unique style of composition. It's all written very well per the structuresof romantic music but at the same time has that recognizable Schroeter sound to it. Keep up the good work!..."

Sonata for violin and piano Op.48 (E minor)
Barry Stronge (bassonist and composer from england)

Well integrated.

"...Works for solo insstrument and piano conventionally give the piano a subordinate and responsive role, but this sonata is different.The two instruments are equal partners well integrated in this most intriguing sonata. It is so full of invention that it must be heard a numberof times for its subtleties to be appreciated. There are moments of reflective serenity but, overall, the mood is one of agitation and outpouringof feeling. The range of the solo instrument is fully utilised without going beyond what is readily manageable. Good results are achievedthrough the judicious use of widely spaced intervals which work so well on the bassoon. A fine piece which I think pianists as well asbassoonists would enjoy performing..."

Poetic Prelude for piano Op.56 no.3 (D Major)
Reviewer:Ali helnwein (composer from austria)
Date: 25th Jul 2005

Great piece

"...Lovely theme and well developed. I also enjoyed the dramatic crescendos. It'd be great hearing such a piece performed live, andit should be a lovely addition to a pianist's solo repertoir. It really gives you a certain mood and overall atmosphere, listing to this, veryenjoyable!..."

Symphonic Moment Op.58 (Bb Major)

Reviewer: Barry Stronge
Date: 13th May 2005

Elegiac

"...I am very pleased to have received the dedication of this symphonic movement. I agree with the previous reviewer - it is a mostappealing elegiac work and one in which Mr Schroeter shows again his complete mastery of chromatic writing. As I have said in other reviewsof this composer's work, the time must come when he is widely recognised as a major contributor to the music of our time..."

Sibelius Theme Op.109 (E major)
Reviewer: Merv Hansen (musician from england)

Match Made In Heaven

"...Mr. Schroeter's mastery of the musical language never ceases to amaze me. It just seems to get better and better. Tempo,dynamics and harmony are all in complete control. He makes the software work for him and not the other way around. I am extremely pleasedto receive the dedication of this superb music by a consummate musician. This masterpiece will be remembered. I would also take thisoccasion to thank Jonathan and Ben Finn and the Sibelius team for allowing us the grand opportunity to experience masterworks like this onevia one great piece of software. The finest musician and the finest software ? a match made in heaven ? what more could we ask for?! Maybeit's time to switch..."

5 Fantasies "in jazz" for Piano Op.63
Reviewer: Merv Hansen

1)A grand collection of performable pieces!

"...Why do I feel that I’m a lone voice crying in the wind? So very few have acknowledged the sheer mastery and talent of thiscomposer. I thought that some of the jazzmen on the Sibelius site would, at hearing this collection of tunes, comment in one way or another.Anyway, this man, somewhat in the style of Wynton Marsalis can bridge the gap between the jazz idiom and the world of classical musiceffortlessly, and do it well. This collection of ‘jazzy’ ideas certainly shows a high degree of versatility and maturity - one that I haven’t seenmatched by anyone on this site yet. I would have given the nod to American/Canadian composers/performers, then the Brits - but a Brazilian?No way! In the matter of live performance, I would be interested to know if his abilities in the jazz genre extend to the art of improvisation - inmy opinion the mark of a true jazzman. It wouldn’t surprise me in the least. This is indeed a grand collection of performable pieces. Anotherjob well done, Mr. Schroeter!..."

2) A Showstopper!

"...Please allow me to address the third fantasy of this marvelous work that starts on page 24. It is an extremely clever tit for tatthat combines a beautiful melodic line with exciting harmonic ideas. It has a relentless and driving beat, yet is always under full control by itscomposer, the quite extraordinary Master Schroeter. He will keep an accomplished pianist busy and more than satisfied with a variety of twistsand turns on almost every page. I would bet that audiences everywhere will be amazed by the live performance of this exciting piece. To anypianist capable of performing this work I sincerely believe that it is worth your effort to add this piece to your repertoire. A showpiece in everysense of the word..."

Alfred Drinks the cofee Op.75 (A minor)
Reviewer: J.M. Blakeston
Date: 4th Aug 2005

Enjoyed this

"...This is my favourite piece from Mr Schroeter. It's sad but happy at the same time. It does have soul as the other reviewer said but is also very romantic. The title leaves me a littlebemused. I would love to know the story behind the music. More of these please..."

Piano Concerto Op.86 No.2 (G minor)
Reviewer: Philip Daniel

Admirable

"...Mr Schroeter, I've listened to much of your work, and I can say with little doubt that your talent exceeds 2/4--3/4 of that of othercomposers alive today. This work in particular is very refined, learned, and balanced. Certainly, there are quite a few moments where yourtalent exceeds all expectations. Your command of the forces of melody, harmony, counterpoint, and modulation within a well-defined structureis inspiring. You have here produced a work of quality that surpasses almost everything on this site I have heard previously..."

Toccata for piano op.89 "Homage to Bach" (C minor)
Reviewer: Barry Stronge

Compelling

"...What an exciting piece - compelling listening and perfectly in the spirit of Bach! Mr Schroeter is a most able composer and I verymuch look forward to hearing more of his work..."

Rach 3 rhapsody for piano Op.96 (D minor)
Reviewer: Barry Stronge

Impressive

" ... Not every pianist has opportunity to perform a Rachmaninoff concerto with an orchestra, but here Mr Schroeter has provided analternative to please both player and listener. The composer's intention is, as he says, to pay homage to Rachmaninoff, and he has done soimpressively in this series of variations on themes from the third piano concerto. It has been well done, consistently in the spirit ofRachmaninoff, and the treatment of the theme shows inventiveness without subjective distortion of the original. The fugue is perticularly fine..."

Happy Birthday Rhapsody Op.98 (C Major)
Reviewer: Sean St. Pierre
Date: 2nd Jul 2005

Great piece

"...Rhapsody on Happy Birthday. Never would have thought! Mr. Schroeter has definitely showed us what can be accomplished withone simple, (dare I say it) archaic form of music. These are variations on simplicity, and they work out wonderfully! All of them flow quitenicely and are my favorite types of piano music: Agitated, heh. Molto impressionante!

Reviewer: Mario De Leo
Date: 30th Mar 2005

So many ways ... !

" ... I didn't know you could play "Happy Birthday" in so many different and marvelous ways. Either for your own pleasure or to showoff, this is a MUST read and play set of pieces. ..."

Take off the mask (C minor)
Reviewer: Larry Winston

Sultry and Seductive

" ... You are charged with brain assault:
Charge 1. This song is stuck in my head.
Charge 2. This song is stuck in my head and won't go away.
Dedicated to one woman? I see. She certainly is a lucky lady. Anyway, the sweet melody and tender piano accompaniment are surelycompelling and memorable. I strongly recommend this to be performed, if possible, by Marilyn Monroe in front of good ol' Kennedy.Fantástico!!! ..."

Ritwav Op.127 no.5 (G Major)
Reviewer: Keith Terrett
Date: 24th Jun 2005

" ... Very Nice! Guilherme shows us in this delightful piece, his amazing ability to also compose in the jazz idiom. Very nice number!..."

Song for weber no.3 Op.139 (F minor)
Reviewer: Victor Sinadinoski
Date:29th Oct 2005

Good Love Song

" ... The agitato and vivo parts of this piece are fantastic! I think that would serve as a great love song in parts of a movie, orsomething like that. I wasn't too captivated by the first part, but that is just a personal issue. And I must say, it didn't seem like it was 20minutes long. In actuality the length that it played for seemed about right. Much longer and it could start to sound as if it were dragging on. Igreatly enjoyed this piece ... "

Sorcere's Apprendice adaptation OP.140 (F minor)
Reviewer: Merv Hansen
Date: 6th Jan 2006

Innovative and reckless!

" ... As a simple fool, I thank you, Mr. Guilherme Schroeter, from the bottom of my heart for your dedication. Of the thousands ofcomposers on this site you are by far the most innovative. Your reckless abandon of standard musical fare is commendable, but, unfortunatelywon’t win you any friends in the myopic Sibelius world. Thankfully there are still those who are open and broad minded enough to recognizegenius when they see it, even though they lack the courage to express it publicly. Please, believe me when I say that I don’t stand alone in thisopinion. Your compositional abilities eclipse almost all of the composers on this site, and you consistently produce works that are a cut above –this particular work being a prime example. It is deceptively simple, yet ingenious. In my opinion it is simply, excellent! Now, on a general andmore personal note… It is composers like you that make the SibeliusMusic site proud. Please don’t allow those of lesser abilities talents - hereor in midi-contest web-site - dissuade you, discourage you, or ridicule you. In my opinion you stand as a giant, not because of any dedicationyou give to me or others, but because of your fearless approach to the art of composition, because of your dazzling virtuosity, and because ofyour mind boggling forays into realms that many others could never hope to reach or achieve, try as they may. You are the Maestro – neverdoubt it! ..."

Canzonneta for flute, oboe and cello (F Major)
Reviewer: Tobias Lindh
Date: 28th Sep 2005

Beauty runs through his veins like his ancestors

" ... This is it. An incredible performance from the master of us all. How is it possible to compose like this? Amazing!!! ... "

Canzonneta for Woodwinds Quintet (F Major)

Reviewer: Kent Moore of Kalmor Publications
Date: 30th Sep 2005

Bravo Maestro!

" ... A gentle and moving piece by the Maestro, Guilherme Schroeter. What good fortune it is too hear such a splendid piece ofmusic. What is it about this delicate piece which makes it seem so simple yet so refined? Mr. Schroeter begins with a simple entry, but notehow each instrument is introduced: a dramatic effect as the balance of the ensemble falls into perfect order. The opening phrase begins in theflute and finishes it in the clarinet, almost as if one is finishing the sentence of the other. Here is a fluid melody being shared beteen voices.And note the single note in bar 6, the hollow sonority of the clarinet as it gives the piece its first breath, before speaking again -- rising andfalling carefree and sublime for a full 16 bars, before it is punctuated softly in bar 17. The transition which follows reveals but a glimpse ofSchroeter's advanced conceptual abilities. The melody is then extended and developed amid delightful harmonic movement. Through this piece we can appreciate genius without being required to understand genius. Bravo Maestro! Bravo! ... "

Reviewer: Alison McCree
Date: 27th Sep 2005

Most Enjoyable

" ... Listen to the MP3 of this piece. I'm not sure that I can find the right words to comment on this piece, other than to say it is areally beautiful, gentle, flowing, relaxing piece of wind music that surely can't fail to please ..."

Song for weber Op.178 no.1 for piano (F minor)
Reviewer: Merv Hansen
Date: 27th Jul 2005

A sound that is unmistakeable.

" ... I don't know where Mr. Schroeter conjures up these beautiful melodic ideas. The structure and form is very pleasing to myears. No one I've heard writes a 'love song' with the same fervent intensity as Mr. Schroeter. The accompanying left hand configurations aremasterfully done. His abilities as a romantic songwriter have eclipsed most 19th - 21st century composers that I have heard in that he hasestablished his very own style and form. His music is on a par with the masters of the past, and his sound is unmistakeable. This one deservesa listen. Congratulations on a job well done Master Schroeter!... "

Piano Concerto Op.180 No.3 (F minor)
Reviewer: Merv Hansen
Date: 30th Nov 2005

A grand and emotional musical experience!

" ... Mr. Schroeter has so much to offer. He, like other great composers whose works I’m familiar with is never satisfied, but canalways coax more out of a creation. With an endless supply of talent at his disposal, Mr. Schroeter can take an already excellent work, makeseveral revisions (some of them small, some more significant) and still end up with an excellent work – only better. This is indeed one of thefinest piano concertos on this or any music site, and I’m drawn back to it again and again. It’s a grand and emotional musical experience thatneeds to be performed and recorded. It’s also an adventurous work that will require the sure hands and the sensitive interpretive skills of apiano virtuoso. The romantic and emotional nature of this work demands nothing less. Once again, for maximum enjoyment, download andlisten to the mp3 version and all 161 pages. From the beginning of this magnificent work to its glorious and powerful finale you’ll find yourselfspellbound as the Maestro takes you on an exciting and fulfilling musical journey. I have been advised to temper my praises of Mr. Schroeter’swork, but I will not. Please rest assured that Mr. Schroeter and I are not part of any mutual admiration society or back-scratching clique. Iknow him only through the music that he has uploaded to the SibeliusMusic site. My reviews of his music involve no subterfuge. I sincerelyadmire the man’s work and enjoy his compositional style..."

Reviewer: Daniel Riley
Date: 7th Mar 2006

Virtuoso Showpiece

" ... I like the idea of the Introduction In the first movement being repeated twice. The introduction has a nice theme. Also, thesecond movement has a lovely string melody. This is definitely one of the great Piano Concerto's of our generation and brilliantly recorded Imight say by probably the best composer at the moment on Sibelius... "

Great Work!

Piano Concerto Op. 180 No.3 (F minor)
Reviewer: Jon Clarkson
Mattoon, Illinois
Date: February 24th, 2006

Absolutely brilliant

" ... Oh boy...a 19 minutes piece...i should know better than to review classical stuff! LOL. this might be worth my time though. thisis the real deal. very 20th century modern sounding. nice to hear classical stuff performed by an actual orchestra...no keyboards how nice.whoever wrote this must be a genius. the twists and turns, change of mood and tonality, modern harmony and rhythm really suggest this.great dynamics. very well though out. how can I criticize this piece...whoever wrote it obviously is pure genius. you have a gift for hearingmusic and executing what you hear...not many people have that; even in the classical field. the last few pieces i've heard aren't evenclassical...they're just people with a sequencer and a keyboard who sound like john tesh or something. 5/5 with tons of awards! ..."

Eeardoin
Abita Springs, Louisiana

Passionate

This song has a lot of feeling and is very passionate. I truly enjoy this song.

Piano Concerto Op.180 No.3 (F minor)
Reviwer: iamjojo77
Date: March 5th, 2006

Professional and polished

" ... Great intro- love the piano walk (i do not know what to call it, sorry). i enjoy the 'dueling' between the strong string section andthe dainty flute/clarinet(?). piano is excellent- creates a definite mood of urgency and the dueling between the piano and the brass section isterrific. i like the calm at 2:45- i sense as though i am being lured in for a kill- 'there's nothing to be afraid of, everything is ok.' right. pianostarts right back up at 3:30- things aren't fine. i knew it. i am anxious, i am fearful but wait...now even the pianist is telling me not to fear. thestrength of the string section comes in and reminds me of the power behind the forces i am dealing with. dueling brass and then the pianostarts right in again. the mood and production of this number is terrific and very polished. obviously the orchestra is accomplished and thenumber is very original ... "

Reviewer: Matthew_Reid
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Date: February 19th, 2006

Real Composition!

" ... What a rarity! Not only here, in internet, but in the world of classical music in general. A real composition from beginning toend. A piece of music that I can appreciate both for its lyrical beauty and compositional integrity. It's a revisitation of the world ofRachmaninoff, where the music is both beautiful and intelligent. And it unashamedly and unironically uses the musical language of the pastmasterfully. Other listeners had better appreciate and understand the amount of work and passion that is required to create a work such asthis, and any schmo that gives you slack about MIDI instruments or the length (heaven forbid a piece should be longer than 3:30) should bestuffed into a cannon and fired at the sun. I will be sure to listen to your other works after I discover your identity. Bravo! ... "

Movie theme op.184 no.38 (A Major)
Reviewer: Merv Hansen
Date: 19th Nov 2005

What a gorgeous melody!

"... Here, Mr. Schroeter captures the fundamental essence of what a love story or ‘feel good’ movie theme/support music should be.What a gorgeous melody! It’s a subdued yet beautiful melodic line that should easily blend in and not detract from the visual or dialog aspectsof a movie of this type. In fact, I feel that this music would strengthen a tender moment or an emotional scene without being obtrusive orscene stealing. This is a well thought out and well composed song that utilizes no jarring harmonies, attention drawing modulations, or thoseextremes of ranges (outside of the odd foray into the flutes upper register) that only serves to distract, yet is still ‘busy’ enough to reinforce amood. It has a steady pulse that lends itself well to fade ins and fade outs. I view it as a masterful mood setting composition that’s tender andthoughtful and that has the ability to leave an impression that lasts. My opinion is that it is one of Mr. Schroeter’s finest movie themes of theseries. Even without an accompanying movie it makes for a nice listen and would lead some listeners to think, “This song belongs in the movies”. Atleast that’s what I thought..."

Serenate for clarinet and strings op.208 (C Major)
Reviewer: Joseph II
Date: 2nd Mar 2006

Top job, mate

"... This piece is great. It is dedicated to four of the greatest and captures their style without going as far as ripping them offf. I lovesee this kind of thing happening, because I do it too. It is irresistible - I just have to try and compose like Mozart (note, key word: try). Ienjoyed this piece... "

Piano Concerto op.209 no.4 (Bb minor)
Reviewer: Merv Hansen Date 8th Feb 2006

Music education at its finest!

"... Please forgive, Mr. Schroeter, my premature review of a piece that’s not quite finished yet, but I feel that I must point out awonderful opportunity for learning at the hand of a mature and experienced musician such as yourself… It’s a good thing to be able to watch a piece evolve, develop and mature, especially a grand work such as this piano concerto. It givessomewhat of an insight into how the mind of a great composer works. I would love to see Mr. Schroeter’s sketch book, to be able to peer atthe beginning or the ‘seed’ of this idea, and then to watch it grow as he puts his distinctive and magical Schroeter touch to it. As he puts hisfinishing touches on this concerto, we’re privileged to be able to watch this dynamic process as it unfolds. This is musical education at itsfinest, served to us on a golden platter by a proven and outstanding musician. Please continue to post your revisions to this masterpiece, Maestro Schroeter! Every ‘listen’ is rewarding and educational … and so veryenjoyable. In your program note you say it will take a month to make perfect – I view it as almost perfect already – but I have everyconfidence that you will bring it to new dizzying heights as you make your revisions, corrections and additions. As it stands now there iswonderful development and virtuosity displayed in every movement. You possess an imagination full of great pianistic and musical ideas justwaiting to get onto paper and ‘under the hand’. In every way this classic piano concerto accompanied by a classic symphony orchestra isworthy of study and performance. Did you think, music lovers, that it’s all been heard before? Think again. Thank you for sharing and caring,Mr. Schroeter! As always, I recommend downloading and listening to the mp3 file … it’s so much better...."

Piano Concerto Op.209 No.4 (Bb minor)

Reviewer: Merv Hansen
Date:6th Apr 2006
Reviewer: Barry Stronge

A piano concerto to remember!

"....It just keeps getting better and better, doesn’t it? This is a work of immense proportions by someone who has to be one of thefinest modern day piano concerto writers alive. Mr. Schroeter’s development is flawless, his orchestrations masterful, his piano solos hugelyexciting and challenging. This is a work that is maturing before our very eyes, and each revision offers new and fresh rewards. GuilhermeSchroeter is without a doubt the finest composer of piano music on this site. His piano works are nothing short of world class. Hisunmistakable sound will be remembered and enjoyed long after his detractors have been forgotten...."

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About Guilherme Schroeter and ERM Award - "Masterworks of the New Era" Cds Collection (12 Volume)

Mr. Schroeter's Piano Concerto Op.180 No.3 "Hands of Destiny" won one record award. The record was in July, 10,2006 in Kiev, Ukraine. The orchestra is the Kiev Philharmonic, with Robert Ian Wistin conducting, and DmitriTavanets as a soloist. The 12o. volume CD will be released on March, 15, 2007. | The ERM media website and the Kiev Philharmonic website |

Robert Ian Wistin is a award winning internationally acclaimed conductor, composer, pianist.

Dmitri Tavanets is a award winning pianist, from Ukranie.

The musicians of the legendary Kiev Philharmonic are some of the most preeminent orchestra players in the world.Headquartered in the historic capital of Ukraine, the Kiev Philharmonic is known for the finest recordings and concerts in every major cityin Europe, Asia and the United States.

The orchestra is led by Alexander Hornostai - President, Phillip Greenberg - Music Director & Robert Ian Winstin - Composer-in-Residence & Principal Guest Conductor.
Influences: Schroeter music
Sounds Like: One genius: Mr. Schroeter
Record Label: ERM media records (schroeter)
Type of Label: Major