Final Fantasy: Symphonic Suite [Soundtrack]

final fantasy: symphonic suite [soundtrack]

Track Listings

1. Scene I

2. Scene Ii

3. Scene Iii

4. Scene Iv

5. Scene V

6. Scene Vi

7. Scene Vii

Final Fantasy: Symphonic Suite,Nobuo Uematsu,Katsuhisa Hattori,Tokyo Symphony,Polys,Soundtrack,Soundtracks

Final Fantasy: Symphonic Suite [Soundtrack]

Average customer rating:

Oh, the nostalgia!
Astoundingly arranged
Great Soundtrack - except for track II
Symphonic Suite and Piano
Great music, poor sound quality

Final Fantasy: Symphonic Suite
Nobuo Uematsu , Katsuhisa Hattori , and Tokyo Symphony
Manufacturer: Polys
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000059XGY
Release Date: 2001-01-25

Tracks:

Scene I
Scene Ii
Scene Iii
Scene Iv
Scene V
Scene Vi
Scene Vii

Customer Reviews:

Oh, the nostalgia!.......2006-03-03

If there was ever a great Final Fantasy arrange album that stood out amongst all the rest, then in my opinion Final Fantasy Symphonic Suite would definitely have to be it. Fortunately we have many great arrange albums in the series to choose from, but this is the one that truly must receive my highest accolade. The arrangements stay close enough to the originals, but have enough additions in orchestration for wonderful fully orchestral quality. I particularly like the added chorus in the first and last tracks, but really don't care for the synth beat in track two. The arrangements may be a bit too simplistic for some, but they probably couldn't be beefed up any more without losing the taste of the originals. Some may not care for the way the different melodies from the originals have been placed together in extended tracks, but this is probably the result of the wish to keep a `symphonic' mentality about the album (disregarding the fact that symphonies usually have four movements as opposed to seven).

Like most American fans of the series, I've never played Final Fantasy II, but I was still quite impressed with the melodies that I heard and have grown quite fond of them since my first listen to the album. The melodies that I was at first personally knowledgeable about appeared when track three rolled around. I appreciated the addition of the series' main theme, but I just couldn't believe the nostalgia I felt when I heard the town theme from the original Final Fantasy playing in wonderful orchestral glory. It took me back to 1991 in grade school when I played the game for the first time. I was equally impressed when the town theme segued into Matoya's theme and the track ended with a last statement of the main theme. Fortunately the nostalgia didn't stop there, as other melodies from the original were included. Included are the music from the Temple of Fiends, the overworld, and the cave theme, all of which are played in the later tracks. I'm sure that those who have played the second Final Fantasy will feel just as much nostalgia over the themes from that game, which are technically just as good in every way.

As with all albums pertaining to the earlier games in Final Fantasy series, the Prelude is included, but as Nobuo's own arrangement for that track had not been written until two years later, the arrangers had written their own melody to compliment the already familiar arpeggios. I'm personally used to Nobuo's own melody, so I really had some trouble listening to this particular segment at first. I kept expecting the more familiar melody from the later games in the series to show up. It should be noted however, that the melody that *is* used is not bad at all, and may grow on you if you just listen to it for a bit.

As with most arrange albums, Final Fantasy Symphonic Suite may be wonderful, but it's far from perfect. Although the tracks are quite lengthy, the disc as a whole is unfortunately rather short, clocking in at just under forty minutes, making the listener hungry for more. It really is a shame that there isn't any more. There were so many great songs in the original game that it really makes me wonder why there weren't any more included. It may be that the arrangers had an agreement to do just a certain amount, or that a typical concert is only forty minutes long; I'm really not sure.

Not being familiar with Japanese orchestras, I was not sure just how good the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra is, but I'd be willing to bet that it's one of the best orchestras, if not the best, in Japan. Unfortunately, the performance and sound quality are not as great as they could be. I would contribute this to the fact that this is a live concert instead of a studio recording. Despite this fact, the orchestra still gives an excellent performance with little difficulty, as the music itself is quite simplistic.

Aside from the petty complaints about length, sound quality, and the somewhat annoying synth in the second track, this is probably my favorite Final Fantasy arrange album thus far, and it really does belong in the CD collections of all fans of game music, especially fans of Final Fantasy and/or traditional orchestra. The Hattoris have done a fine job with Nobuo Uematsu's original melodies and I commend them. If you want to purchase any one arrange album in the Final Fantasy series, then I say Final Fantasy Symphonic Suite all the way!

Astoundingly arranged.......2006-02-08

This is by far my favorite Uematsu album. His arrangements are simply superb though, like other viewers, Scene II is a little odd sounding. The other tracks more than make up for this minor fault, and the album all in all is beauitful collection.
A definite buy if you like Final Fantasy or if you love great full orchestra arrangements.

Great Soundtrack - except for track II.......2004-11-16

As I listen to this soundtrack, I am astounded how someone can take a silly little jingle from old nintendo games and turn them into such ear pleasing sounds. Most of the tracks are good, with V easily being the standout and the odd tracks usually being better than the even ones. I agree with some of the other reviewers when they state that III sounds a little like graduation music. Overall, I really like this album, but I have a few problems with it. Track II!!!! What is this doing in here? I know it is important to the game, but it seems incredibly out of place! Also, I believe the Tokyo Symphony plays this piece. The ensemble playing is a little shaky in section - especially the trumpets, and is altogether a little weary sounding. I would expect more from the Tokyo Symphony. That said, I have listened to much of Uematsu's other work, and it is interesting that his early works are much more mature sounding and inspiring than his later works.

Symphonic Suite and Piano.......2004-09-21

For all true Final Fantasy fans,
the best collections to own is
the symphonic suite and the piano collections
They are so distinctive and different
from all I've heard so far!!!!

Great music, poor sound quality.......2004-08-13

I love this soundtrack, the music is just great.. If you're a hardcore final fantasy fan you'll love it too. The only thing I dislike about this album is the poor sound quality (it is a live recording). If you're converting to mp3 or .ogg you'll probably have to increase the dB level too (it's recorded at a low volume). If you're short on cash get final fantasy grande finale or fithos lusec wecos vinosec instead , they are recorded at much better quality..

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