The Grave Of Emry Hambric [Music]
July 28th, 2008 at 12:05 am by --KALEB NATION--
I know that most of you have not read The Farfield Curse in its entirety yet (as it’s not out until 2009), and even those who have read parts probably do not know well enough about the characters to actually care who Emry Hambric is. I won’t attempt to explain it because I’d really have to write the whole book out for it to be understood, but hopefully my new song will help you imagine the feeling at the end of the first book:
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The ending is a mixture of hope and a little sadness, a happy ending but tinged a little, and in a way I feel this song echoes how the first book concludes.
If you like my music or my other songs, I have two that you can download for free on a hidden page at BranHambric.com. I’ll have more news on the book soundtrack closer to the release in late 2009.
There is some about Emry in the prologue of the book (and a song for the Prologue as well, on the Music page) so I can also email preview chapters of The Farfield Curse if you want to get a better feel of who she is. Email me and I’ll try to get previews out as quick as I can.
This song is a first draft so opinions are welcome!
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Posted in Bran Hambric, My Music, Writing
Tags: Bran Hambric, Emry Hambric, music, The Farfield Curse
July 28th, 2008 at 12:05 am
[...] – For those of you who enjoyed my music before, I just finished a draft of a new song. I would really like any opinions on it. You can listen to it and comment over on this page. [...]
July 28th, 2008 at 12:19 am
Such talent!!! It’s gorgeous, of course.
And I care who Emry is!!! It’s Bran’s momma!!!
July 28th, 2008 at 12:29 am
I love all of them music that you have made so far for the book. I’m very excited to read the book when it comes out
July 28th, 2008 at 12:38 am
Kaleb, This is just beautiful! I love the sparkly raindrops (teardrops?) in the music again. Farewell, Emry.
July 28th, 2008 at 1:09 am
Absolutely beautiful.
July 28th, 2008 at 2:56 am
It’s gorgeous !
July 28th, 2008 at 3:02 am
I so envy you. I love music, and I’m fairly proficient at clarinet and piano (and I used to sing in high school), but I have absolutely no aptitude for making my own. More than anything I wish I could create musical pieces but it’s one gift I just don’t have.
I downloaded the other two songs earlier today and all 3 are absolutely wonderful.
July 28th, 2008 at 3:22 am
I can totally hear the sadness and hope in this music. How do you come up with this great sound? I also like the twinkling sound effect. It almost put me to sleep. Keep it, it’s great:)
July 28th, 2008 at 3:53 am
beautiful song. makes me kind of a mixture of sad and happy. I love it. Nicely done. Can’t wait for the book
definintly will buy it.
July 28th, 2008 at 4:52 am
[...] – For those of you who enjoyed my music before, I just finished a draft of a new song. I would really like any opinions on it. You can listen to it and comment over on this page. [...]
July 28th, 2008 at 5:23 am
I love it.
And I know who Emry is!
=)
This song totally represents all the feelings for her.
It’s very touching and sweet.
Another great song! =D
July 28th, 2008 at 6:49 am
Wow. That was very beautiful. I havent heard such a beautiful composition in a very long time. I could feel the emotions just weaving in and out of it. Absolutly amazing! I look forward to reading your book. Iy should be very very good. I love the way you write and your charisma. Excellent. Oh and by the way congrats on make 10th place on youtube!
July 28th, 2008 at 9:31 am
That song is amazing. I almost kinda reminds me of the music from Titanic at the beginning, though, and I can’t entirely decide whether that’s good or bad because I love Titanic but the music is all really depressing.
You’re song isn’t depressing though. It’s so good!
Corinne!
July 28th, 2008 at 9:34 am
That was soo great. You should try your hand at making a version of bella’s lullaby. I bet you would do a really good job at it.
July 28th, 2008 at 9:58 am
This is beautiful Kaleb, just like all of your music. I don’t know how you do this. It’s great. I’m going to go listen to those downloadable songs to see if I want them (though I’m sure I will).
July 28th, 2008 at 10:01 am
I found the hidden page! Yay!
July 28th, 2008 at 11:36 am
It’s very lovely. I just have a couple of suggestions. The unison at about 35 sec. sounds a little out of place to me, and at about 50 sec. the alternating eights are the main focus over the melody. Is that on purpose? Other than those two small details I really enjoyed your piece. Kudos for daring to compose and not just criticize like some people
July 28th, 2008 at 12:03 pm
I really love all the music you compose for your book. You definitely have a talent in that if writing ever falls through for you (which I’m sure it won’t lol)
July 28th, 2008 at 1:00 pm
That was AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
July 28th, 2008 at 1:08 pm
wow this ones my favorite, i downloaded the other tow like months ago. Will it be possible soon to download this one?
July 28th, 2008 at 1:20 pm
WOO A MINOR!
July 28th, 2008 at 2:20 pm
To be honest, for the first 43 seconds, the song is a bit boring (or maybe I’m just really tired?), but after that it’s great.
July 28th, 2008 at 2:34 pm
It’s beautiful. full of emotion.
I love the soft beat that comes in toward the end. It’s almost like a heart beat.
July 28th, 2008 at 3:59 pm
It’s beautiful.
July 28th, 2008 at 4:36 pm
Calming (but never boring).
It gives the feel of separation, appropriate for a grave-side song. Soft, but not toooo depressing. (if the scene is at the end of book 1 of course there has to be more to the story!) It also has a bit of conclusion feel to it, like some things have ended (book, life) but more is still to come, phew.
What Kim said, I’d like to see your version of Bella’s lullaby.
July 28th, 2008 at 5:35 pm
Ahh. Such talent. I envy it. I really like this song. Beautiful.
I am in the process of reading the preview you sent me. So far, it is great! It is just hard to find time by myself with no distractions to read it. It doesn’t help much that I am a slow reader!! :/ I will finish it soon though!
July 28th, 2008 at 5:43 pm
I love this, along with the others, it’s so pretty. I especially love the flute part, being a floutist myself. Thanks so much for sharing your talent
July 28th, 2008 at 6:17 pm
KAB,
You are such a talented person. I mean come on, you can write music, write books, your funny and your able to admit that you have read twilight and like it. I hope. Well anyway, i love all of your music!
July 28th, 2008 at 6:21 pm
Amazing, so beautiful. This could not have been better.
July 28th, 2008 at 7:09 pm
This is absolutely gorgeous Kaleb! Bravo!
July 28th, 2008 at 7:26 pm
First draft? I can’t believe that. Amazing author (though I haven’t read your book, I have a very good feeling about it), hilarious, college student, and musical genius. When I read your blogs, your personality just explodes, and that’s what I think makes an incredible book. A story that has the authors voice in it always appeals to readers whether they notice it or not.
When the strings came in at around 2:10, it was absolutely beautiful. In the seconds before the strings, it felt sad, but then, there was a tiny ray of hope. Then, once the strings come in, it seems to hit a note of determination. I may be completely off, but I adore the song and your music! Again, I seriously don’t believe that this is just a first draft. Is there anything you can’t do?
July 28th, 2008 at 8:25 pm
WOW! I’m speachless! This is one phenomenal song! It’s absolutely beautiful!
July 28th, 2008 at 9:46 pm
Oh Kaleb! It’s beautiful! It made me cry…you are soooo talented!
July 28th, 2008 at 10:50 pm
Kaleb!
You are one of the most gifted people I have ever heard of: writer, reader, website designer, musician, my god you are funny, and so many other things I don’t know about you. I applaud you!
The song was so beautiful. Every part of it was inspiring. I couldn’t pick one part I liked most. Every time I thought I liked one part better there was something new. Fantastic!
July 29th, 2008 at 1:40 am
gosh…though its not my favourite- i prefer the other tow- i fully got the feeling u tried to convey….hope, sadness…its amazing..
July 29th, 2008 at 8:49 am
Well, I had a good rest last night, so you can now forget about what I said in comment #22.
July 29th, 2008 at 1:35 pm
You’re one talented guy, Kaleb!!
July 30th, 2008 at 8:20 am
Is there anything you can’t do? The music is beautiful. I’m beginning to suspect you’re 107 years old.
July 30th, 2008 at 10:05 am
Absolutely amazing, as always. Beautiful.
P.S. I love you.
O.O
<3
July 30th, 2008 at 1:16 pm
Kaleb
You have it all- everything i wish i had: musical talent,writing ability, and you’ve come so far…
and i’m sure you’ll make an excellent author. (I’ll be sure to check your books out when they arrive.)
Lastly, i wanted to say your music really was touching and so original…it was breathtaking. Congratulations and who knows maybe someday I’ll get my own book published…
till then,
Meggs
July 30th, 2008 at 3:04 pm
That’s so beautiful!! I can’t wait for your book to come out!
Also,I gave you an award on my blog!
July 30th, 2008 at 3:07 pm
wow!don’t change a thing that was beautiful the emotions in it are so, so ,wow .it sound3ed so good.
July 30th, 2008 at 8:21 pm
WOW!!!
Kaleb, that’s my favorite song of yours so far. I’m going to listen to it again… and again… and again…
July 30th, 2008 at 10:28 pm
That is SO amazing! I can’t even explain it!
July 31st, 2008 at 12:31 am
okay, first i have to confess i was not able to listen to your song. but only because it’s 12:27 A.M. and everyone else is asleep. anyway, i’ve been reading The Twilight Guy, which by the way is hilarious and just discovered this site a half hour ago. and am now chuckling at the editing process you’re going through. good luck!
August 1st, 2008 at 10:56 pm
i love it!!!!!!!!!!!
August 5th, 2008 at 11:16 am
Kaleb. You really are an outstanding person. This new Score/Song is beautiful, I just can’t wait to read the whole book. Will you be posting links to where we can buy it from.
August 21st, 2008 at 2:03 am
That was stunning. You have got some amazing talent for music there…it’s just unbelievable!
September 17th, 2008 at 7:39 pm
wow. this is amazing. i love it. you just got a new fan:)
April 14th, 2009 at 12:26 am
I found the hidden page! Yay!