Play of the Day : ‘Dance Hall Shoop’, from lurksalot...

[Dad3353]

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[size=4] Good evening, all...[/size]
[size=4]I have decided to promote, each in turn, the compositions presented in the monthly BC Composition Challenge. I shall give my own, personal, view of the piece, in the hope that at least some will be inspired to give the work a listen, and perhaps a vote as their favourite. All the pieces can be heard here...[/size]

[size=4][url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/250039-november-composition-challenge-voting/"]BC November Composition Challenge voting...[/url][/size]

[size=4]... and the 'Play of the Day' here ...[/size]

[size=4][url="http://soundcloud.com/lurksalot/dance-hall-shoop-1"]‘Dance Hall Shoop’, from lurksalot...[/url][/size]

[size=4]An off-beat drum beat precedes a wandering keyboard line, backed by a minimalist bass. There is subdued revelry and socialising in the background. A rather strained voice sings the praises of the freedom felt in this week-end release from work pressure at the local 'hop', despite the onset of advancing years. A harmonised chorus leads us to an interlude of hand-claps, building back up to the next verse; an incitation to dance, despite all the discomforts, and enjoy the nostalgic memories of past glories. Another chorus, and a percussive 'outtro' take us to the final 'shoop' of the evening.[/size]
[size=4]We become accustomed very quickly to the unusual beat, and our concentration is centred on picking out the lyrics; effort well rewarded. There is a hint of 'cheesiness' in the keys, entirely in keeping with the narration. One can sympathise with the subject of the ditty, past hero of the quick-step, now throwing cares to the wind in what could soon be a last fling. Long may the song continue...[/size]

[size=4]The previous review was...[/size]

[size=4][url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/250088-play-of-the-day-saturday-night-diva-from-skol303/"]Play of the Day : ‘Saturday Night Diva’, from Skol303...[/url][/size]

[size=4]The next will feature [url="http://soundcloud.com/plungermoderno/let-it-rip-v3-take-two"]‘Let It Rip’, from Plunger Moderno...[/url][/size]

[size=4]Until then...[/size]

[size=4]Have a nice day[/size]

[size=4]Douglas [/size]

[lurksalot]

Many thanks for the kind review Douglas . if everyone wants a last chance to vote for this months challenge , tonight is closing time.