Chris Huelsbeck - The Piano Collection Vol.II

viddi · 01 April 2022, 14:24

EDIT:
Almost one year ago I started working on this project and now the finished product is finally here! All orders will be shipped next week!
If YOU want the Chris Huelsbeck Piano Collection II get it here:
https://pnr-shop.company.site/Chris-...-CD-p447971893

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No joke!

Our project is live - be a part of it.

https://www.thepianocollection.com/

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Which songs are included in The Piano Collection Volume II - The Players Choice?
Watch the video above and find out.

There was a poll?
Yes, in 2020 we collected numerous suggestions via social media, Amiga forums etc. These songs ended up in a final poll. The result is the playlist you can see in the TPCII video - YOUR playlist.

What´s the mega fan option and how does it work?
What´s your connection with Chris Huelsbeck? What is your favourite game he worked on? Did you meet him in the past? Tell us your personal story and share your great memories with the world. Your text and a picture of you will be eternalised in the limited CD booklet. Just select the "TPC II CERTIFICATE" option on the order page! We will get in touch with you to arrange this very special opportunity.

No Score Book?
If you want a TPCII Score Book, please send an email to info@phenix-noir.de. If there is enough interest we will start another campaign. Everyone who has placed an TPC II order now will get a discount on an upcoming score book.

viddi · 25 April 2022, 14:19

WOW! The limited TPCII USB stick arrived!
I´m impressed by the quality of the piano lacquer finish.
A perfect fit for the included 24bit WAV versions of your selection!

Anubis · 26 April 2022, 18:41

This was no April 1st joke?

viddi · 26 April 2022, 21:31

Quote:

Originally Posted by Anubis

This was no April 1st joke?

Haha!

No.

torturedutopian · 05 May 2022, 09:29

Hi ! Wow, really looking forward to it :-) Insta-pre-ordered !

Also, a songbook would be stellar -- cannot wait to play the loading themes medley with my piano of some synth patches !

In terms of interpretation, will it be close to the first album or are you gonna do things differently ?

Your first album was top notch and that's very personal but sometimes I wish there were more "breathing" in the pieces, maybe, you're playing a little too fast or steadily to my taste ? (again : that's amazing work and that's not a criticism, just a personal feeling - maybe I'm more into minimalism)

Did you try to add some very subtle background FX (like nature sounds) or very subtle pads in the background ?

Just another suggestion. Well, I'm very excited, cannot wait, ahah :-)

torturedutopian · 05 May 2022, 09:30

Additional question : I guess a digital version will be available once the physical items are sold out ?
cheers

viddi · 05 May 2022, 11:13

Quote:

Originally Posted by torturedutopian

Hi ! Wow, really looking forward to it :-) Insta-pre-ordered !

Also, a songbook would be stellar -- cannot wait to play the loading themes medley with my piano of some synth patches !

In terms of interpretation, will it be close to the first album or are you gonna do things differently ?

Your first album was top notch and that's very personal but sometimes I wish there were more "breathing" in the pieces, maybe, you're playing a little too fast or steadily to my taste ? (again : that's amazing work and that's not a criticism, just a personal feeling - maybe I'm more into minimalism)

Did you try to add some very subtle background FX (like nature sounds) or very subtle pads in the background ?

Just another suggestion. Well, I'm very excited, cannot wait, ahah :-)

Thanks.

It will be close to the first one and I hope that I can find the right balance between faster and slower tracks again.

No background noises, though.
Nice idea, but not for a sequel imo.

Quote:

Originally Posted by torturedutopian

Additional question : I guess a digital version will be available once the physical items are sold out ?
cheers

Chris will be responsible for the digital stuff after my physical fan releases.

torturedutopian · 05 May 2022, 11:25

Hi ! Thanks for the replies ! The tracklist is impressive, so many personal favorites.

torturedutopian · 05 May 2022, 11:27

BTW, I've just stumbled upon Grazia Pizzuto's channel, she is another very talented German pianist and recently made piano covers of Amiga classics :

https://www.youtube.com/c/GraziaPizzuto/videos

Maybe you are already in touch with her ?

viddi · 05 May 2022, 16:21

Yes, commented on her vids. She´s cool

Gerry · 10 January 2023, 22:18

Some news from @viddi (taken from his newsletter "The Piano Collection II - Final Update"):

Quote:

Happy New Year!

Soon the time has come:
CD production in the press plant will start shortly.
Soon you will hold the Piano Collection Vol. 2 in your hands.

All orders will be shipped no later than 03/31/2023!

viddi · 11 January 2023, 13:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gerry

Some news from @viddi (taken from his newsletter "The Piano Collection II - Final Update"):

Thanks for sharing.

May I share some info, too?

Thanks!!

Final chance to be part of the Chris Huelsbeck MEGA-FAN Booklet story.
Closing date: February 10th, 2023

https://pnr-shop.company.site/Chris-...-CD-p447971893

Turrican_3 · 11 January 2023, 15:53

Why oh why did nobody tell me about this?! :-\

Insta-preordered.

viddi · 11 January 2023, 18:42

Quote:

Originally Posted by Turrican_3

Why oh why did nobody tell me about this?! :-\

Insta-preordered.

Thanks mate!

Turrican_3 · 11 January 2023, 20:04

You're welcome. :-)

By the way, I stand corrected: I actually DID know about this project, as I even took part in the teaser thread (for a lack of a better wording)

What I missed was the actual announcement/confirmation, which basically means... this very thread.

But I'm glad I found about it at last! Volume 1 is among the finest Chris Huelsbeck releases in recent years if you ask me (I was a KS backer) so I hope Volume 2 is at least as good as that!

viddi · 12 January 2023, 13:20

Quote:

Originally Posted by Turrican_3

You're welcome. :-)

By the way, I stand corrected: I actually DID know about this project, as I even took part in the teaser thread (for a lack of a better wording)

What I missed was the actual announcement/confirmation, which basically means... this very thread.

But I'm glad I found about it at last! Volume 1 is among the finest Chris Huelsbeck releases in recent years if you ask me (I was a KS backer) so I hope Volume 2 is at least as good as that!

I´m pretty happy with the recordings.
Hope you are.

Now working on the final touches...

Turrican_3 · 12 January 2023, 16:54

Yesssss, go viddi go!!!

stylon · 13 January 2023, 10:50

I've also missed this news until now but have just pre-ordered. The original Piano Collection album is one of my most listened to CD's so I'm really looking forward to this!

viddi · 24 March 2023, 20:03

Almost one year ago I started working on this project and now the finished product is finally here! All orders will be shipped next week!
If YOU want the Chris Huelsbeck Piano Collection II get it here:
https://pnr-shop.company.site/Chris-...-CD-p447971893

stylon · 24 March 2023, 20:05

That's awesome, looking forward to listening to it!

01 April 2022, 14:24	#1
viddi Moderator Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Germany Age: 43 Posts: 3,962	Chris Huelsbeck - The Piano Collection Vol.II EDIT: Almost one year ago I started working on this project and now the finished product is finally here! All orders will be shipped next week! If YOU want the Chris Huelsbeck Piano Collection II get it here: https://pnr-shop.company.site/Chris-...-CD-p447971893 ------------------------------------------------------ No joke! Our project is live - be a part of it. https://www.thepianocollection.com/ [ Show youtube player ] Which songs are included in The Piano Collection Volume II - The Players Choice? Watch the video above and find out. There was a poll? Yes, in 2020 we collected numerous suggestions via social media, Amiga forums etc. These songs ended up in a final poll. The result is the playlist you can see in the TPCII video - YOUR playlist. What´s the mega fan option and how does it work? What´s your connection with Chris Huelsbeck? What is your favourite game he worked on? Did you meet him in the past? Tell us your personal story and share your great memories with the world. Your text and a picture of you will be eternalised in the limited CD booklet. Just select the "TPC II CERTIFICATE" option on the order page! We will get in touch with you to arrange this very special opportunity. No Score Book? If you want a TPCII Score Book, please send an email to info@phenix-noir.de. If there is enough interest we will start another campaign. Everyone who has placed an TPC II order now will get a discount on an upcoming score book. Attached Thumbnails Last edited by viddi; 24 March 2023 at 20:04.

25 April 2022, 14:19	#2
viddi Moderator Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Germany Age: 43 Posts: 3,962	WOW! The limited TPCII USB stick arrived! I´m impressed by the quality of the piano lacquer finish. A perfect fit for the included 24bit WAV versions of your selection! Attached Thumbnails

11 January 2023, 20:04	#15
Turrican_3 C= and Amiga aficionado! Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Italy Posts: 291	You're welcome. :-) By the way, I stand corrected: I actually DID know about this project, as I even took part in the teaser thread (for a lack of a better wording) What I missed was the actual announcement/confirmation, which basically means... this very thread. But I'm glad I found about it at last! Volume 1 is among the finest Chris Huelsbeck releases in recent years if you ask me (I was a KS backer) so I hope Volume 2 is at least as good as that! Last edited by Turrican_3; 11 January 2023 at 21:09.

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torturedutopian Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: France Age: 40 Posts: 330	Additional question : I guess a digital version will be available once the physical items are sold out ? cheers

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torturedutopian Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: France Age: 40 Posts: 330	Hi ! Thanks for the replies ! The tracklist is impressive, so many personal favorites.

05 May 2022, 11:27	#9
torturedutopian Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: France Age: 40 Posts: 330	BTW, I've just stumbled upon Grazia Pizzuto's channel, she is another very talented German pianist and recently made piano covers of Amiga classics : https://www.youtube.com/c/GraziaPizzuto/videos Maybe you are already in touch with her ?

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viddi Moderator Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Germany Age: 43 Posts: 3,962	Yes, commented on her vids. She´s cool

11 January 2023, 15:53	#13
Turrican_3 C= and Amiga aficionado! Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Italy Posts: 291	Why oh why did nobody tell me about this?! :-\ Insta-preordered.

12 January 2023, 16:54	#17
Turrican_3 C= and Amiga aficionado! Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Italy Posts: 291	Yesssss, go viddi go!!!

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stylon Registered User Join Date: May 2019 Location: In my man cave... Age: 53 Posts: 137	I've also missed this news until now but have just pre-ordered. The original Piano Collection album is one of my most listened to CD's so I'm really looking forward to this!

24 March 2023, 20:03	#19
viddi Moderator Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Germany Age: 43 Posts: 3,962	Almost one year ago I started working on this project and now the finished product is finally here! All orders will be shipped next week! If YOU want the Chris Huelsbeck Piano Collection II get it here: https://pnr-shop.company.site/Chris-...-CD-p447971893

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stylon Registered User Join Date: May 2019 Location: In my man cave... Age: 53 Posts: 137	That's awesome, looking forward to listening to it!

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