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==Composition== | ==Composition== | ||
"Dearly Beloved" contains two distinct melodies comprised out of identical chord structures, allowing them to be layered on top of each other. The second melody was introduced in "[[Always on My Mind]]" and was first incorporated into "Dearly Beloved" in ''[[Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories]]''. | "Dearly Beloved" contains two distinct melodies comprised out of identical chord structures, allowing them to be layered on top of each other. The second melody was first introduced in "[[Always on My Mind]]" and was first incorporated into "Dearly Beloved" in ''[[Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories]]''. | ||
===''Kingdom Hearts''=== | ===''Kingdom Hearts''=== | ||
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In ''Kingdom Hearts'', the main melody is performed as a piano solo with a synthesized choral background. The original ''Kingdom Hearts'' included the sound of ocean waves behind the instrumentation, and while still present in-game, the background sounds were not carried over to the ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX]]'' album recording. This version is also used in the opening menu of ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX]]''. | In ''Kingdom Hearts'', the main melody is performed as a piano solo with a synthesized choral background. The original ''Kingdom Hearts'' included the sound of ocean waves behind the instrumentation, and while still present in-game, the background sounds were not carried over to the ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX]]'' album recording. This version is also used in the opening menu of ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX]]''. | ||
"Dearly Beloved -Reprise | "Dearly Beloved -Reprise" features a bell solo with pizzicato strings as support. | ||
===''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories''=== | ===''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories''=== | ||
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===''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded''=== | ===''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded''=== | ||
''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:coded]]'' contains a slightly faster version of the original "Dearly Beloved" theme. It features both the first and second melodies with pizzicato string support. This arrangement has a lighthearted and playful tone, mirroring the tone of the game. | ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:coded]]'' contains a slightly faster version of the original "Dearly Beloved" theme. It features both the first and second melodies with pizzicato string support. This arrangement has a lighthearted and playful tone, mirroring the tone of the game. | ||
===''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep''=== | ===''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep''=== | ||
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===''Kingdom Hearts χ''=== | ===''Kingdom Hearts χ''=== | ||
The ''[[Kingdom Hearts χ]]'' arrangement begins with a unique piano section over a soft choir; here, notes of the primary melody play at half the regular frequency. It then transitions into a light and upbeat section prominently featuring mallet instruments, with support provided by strings. This arrangement is the | The ''[[Kingdom Hearts χ]]'' arrangement begins with a unique piano section over a soft choir; here, notes of the primary melody play at half the regular frequency. It then transitions into a light and upbeat section prominently featuring mallet instruments, with support provided by strings. This arrangement is the only arrangement to not incorporate the secondary melody since its introduction in ''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories''. | ||
===''Kingdom Hearts Union χ''=== | ===''Kingdom Hearts Union χ''=== | ||
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The arrangement of "Dearly Beloved" in ''[[Kingdom Hearts III]]'' by Yoko Shimomura and Yui Morishita is a {{w|piano concerto}}. Tetsuya Nomura ordered it to be based on the ''{{w|Transcendental Études}}'', a series of twelve compositions for piano by {{w|Franz Liszt}}. The melody in the introduction of the piece is different from any of the arrangements prior until the moment it becomes its usual melody.<ref>'''''KINGDOM HEARTS: Memories of Dearly Beloved with Yoko Shimomura''''', '''Yoko Shimomura''': "In the introduction, I wanted to create a little bit of doubt, to make something seem a bit different and strange - then follow it up with the familiar refrain, to make the listener feel as though they've come home."</ref><ref>[http://www.twitlonger.com/show/n_1sqr3b2 KH3 Ultimania: Interview with Yoko Shimomura (Music)]</ref> While initially relaxed and calm, this arrangement gradually builds up to a triumphant ending. | The arrangement of "Dearly Beloved" in ''[[Kingdom Hearts III]]'' by Yoko Shimomura and Yui Morishita is a {{w|piano concerto}}. Tetsuya Nomura ordered it to be based on the ''{{w|Transcendental Études}}'', a series of twelve compositions for piano by {{w|Franz Liszt}}. The melody in the introduction of the piece is different from any of the arrangements prior until the moment it becomes its usual melody.<ref>'''''KINGDOM HEARTS: Memories of Dearly Beloved with Yoko Shimomura''''', '''Yoko Shimomura''': "In the introduction, I wanted to create a little bit of doubt, to make something seem a bit different and strange - then follow it up with the familiar refrain, to make the listener feel as though they've come home."</ref><ref>[http://www.twitlonger.com/show/n_1sqr3b2 KH3 Ultimania: Interview with Yoko Shimomura (Music)]</ref> While initially relaxed and calm, this arrangement gradually builds up to a triumphant ending. | ||
"Dearly Beloved -Forest Memory-" is a version that appears in ''Kingdom Hearts III'' and is more prominently featured in ''[[Kingdom Hearts III Re Mind]]''. This version has the main melody on piano and the second melody on strings; the main distinguishing feature of this arrangement is the supporting flute ornaments. In addition, the arrangement subtly quotes the melodies of "{{c|Roxas|track}}"<!--Strings starting at 1:34--> | "Dearly Beloved -Forest Memory-" is a version that appears in ''Kingdom Hearts III'' and is more prominently featured in ''[[Kingdom Hearts III Re Mind]]''. This version has the main melody on piano and the second melody on strings; the main distinguishing feature of this arrangement is the supporting flute ornaments. In addition, the arrangement subtly quotes the melodies of "{{c|Roxas|track}}"<!--Strings starting at 1:34--> and "[[Musique pour la tristesse de Xion]]"<!--Piano starting at 2:00-->. | ||
===''Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory''=== | ===''Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory''=== | ||
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===''Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link''=== | ===''Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link''=== | ||
Tomomichi Takeoka arranged and orchestrated the ''[[Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link]]'' version of the track, marking the first time Yoko Shimomura did not arrange the title theme | Tomomichi Takeoka arranged and orchestrated the ''[[Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link]]'' version of the track, marking the first time Yoko Shimomura did not arrange the title theme. The piece is upbeat with prominent vocals and claps, incorporating the swing rhythm of the ''Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory'' version in addition to new rhythmic patterns and melodic phrases. | ||
===''Piano Collections Kingdom Hearts''=== | ===''Piano Collections Kingdom Hearts''=== | ||
The version of "Dearly Beloved" included in ''[[Piano Collections Kingdom Hearts]]'' is arranged by | The version of "Dearly Beloved" included in ''[[Piano Collections Kingdom Hearts]]'' is arranged by Takehiko Yamada. This solo piano feature incorporates rhythms from the original ''Kingdom Hearts'' arrangement and shares similarities to the ''Kingdom Hearts II'' version of "Dearly Beloved -Reprise-". While initially simple, it gradually gets more complex as the piece progresses. Overall, it is a very calm arrangement. This version is also used in the opening menu of ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX]]'', ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX]]'', and ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue]]''. | ||
"Concert Paraphrase on 'Dearly Beloved'" is a piano solo, likewise arranged by | "Concert Paraphrase on 'Dearly Beloved'" is a piano solo, likewise arranged by Takehiko Yamada. It takes far more liberties with the rhythms and melodies of "Dearly Beloved" while including complex piano runs and several original segments. | ||
===''memória! ~ The Very Best of Yoko Shimomura''=== | ===''memória! ~ The Very Best of Yoko Shimomura''=== |