Kent Olsson
The Composer

Composer

As a composer, I write music for film, theater, games and events. My inspiration comes from classical composers such as Mahler, Bartok and film music creators such as John Williams, Alan Silvestri and others.

Latest release – the romance

Here you find my latest work. It’s a Sonata for solo viola and orchestra titled “The Romance (Original Theatrical Soundtrack)”. A romance between two lovers that – well – click the video below to get started and listen..


INSTRUMENTATION

Studio seating

FLUTE 1
FLUTE 2 – ALTO
ENGLISH HORN
Bb CLARINETTE 1
Bb CLARINETTE 2
Bb BASS CLARINETTE
BASSOON 1
BASSOON 2
FRENCH HORN 1
PERCUSSION – VIBRAPHONE
PERCUSSION – CHIMES
PERCUSSION – CROTALES
HARP
CELESTA
SOLO VIOLA
VIOLIN 1
VIOLIN 2
VIOLA
VIOLINCELLO
CONTRABASS

TRANSCRIPT

Song form

  • Utilizes Ternary Sonata form INTRO – A1 – A2 – B – A3 – A4 – OUTRO
  • Repetitions of the same melody
  • Solo viola in interaction with solo English horn, the rest of the orchestra providing quiet harmonies in all sections except for the outro
  • For the each A section there is slightly variation of the theme
  • For the last two A sections the pitch rises and the volume is slightly higher than for the other sections
  • The gnawing starts at the outro where the solo viola may excel

Intro

    Tempo

    • Medium-slow pace.

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    Rhythm

    • Flows and is set by the melody from the English horn and harp.

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    Melody

    • Not the main melody. Played by the English horn and it sets the rhythm.

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    Harmony

    • Quiet string sections playing in harmony with woodwinds. Mainly violins in flautando.

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    Timbre

    • Muted, dark, somber and muted.

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    Volume

    • Soft and quiet.

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    Texture

    • Polyphonic strings and winds in a progression.

A1 Sektion

    Tempo

    • Slow and at times speeding up slightly.

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    Rhythm

    • Repetitions of the same note progressions with sliding quality in between notes.

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    Melody

    • Simple melody (theme) played by the viola, gradual movements and shifts.

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    Harmony

    • Winds and supporting strings play extremely softly in the background, letting the viola stand out as the solo instrument.

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    Timbre

    • Clear, somber, lovely

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    Volume

    • Slightly quiet but builds throughout the section.

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    Texture

    • Polyphonic as the supporting strings and wind are playing a slightly different music line than the melody which is distinguishable at moments but melts in and away.

Testimonials

The battle of Lesnaya
I really like the orchestral, grandiose and cinematic sound of this track. Thank you!

The battle of Lesnaya
This track is a very interesting and intense orchestral instrumental soundtrack. The atmosphere ranges from calm, to epic and threatening. Nice composition!

The battle of Lesnaya
I think it‘s fantastic piece. I love the melody, the mood, the different instruments and the vocals – everything goes so well together. Listening to this was so exciting and really took me to another world.

The battle of Lesnaya
It is really great song! It has that mysterious rhythm that makes you wonder and it really helps you to focus on your tasks! The rhythm is really uplifting and makes you feel unstoppable! You have done an incredible job, keep it up!!!

The battle of Lesnaya
“The Battle of Lesnaya” is an epic theatrical piece. It has a strong personality, an atmosphere that catches you and lures you in, making you want to know the story this piece is telling. I like that it has a seamless evolution, taking the listener through an unforgettable journey.

The battle of Lesnaya
A great musical atmosphere, and a very high quality of recording, mixing and mastering.