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Michael Cipriano has been selected as a "Runner Up" in the September 2006 round of the Song of the Year song and lyric competition for 'I Ran Through'. - Song of the Year
Michael Cipriano has been selected as a "Runner Up" in the September 2006 round of the Song of the Year song and lyric competition for 'I Ran Through'. - Song of the Year
COMMENTS ON EMOTIONAL IMPACT:
'You did an illustrious job with the lyrical approach and direction. The songwriting and execution show good creativity and professionalism. The composition is well elaborated with a passionate effort. The title is poignant.'
COMMENTS ON TECHNICAL EVALUATION:
'Unquestionable composition implementation. Emotions in the song are dedicated and expressive, thanks to the overall content - quite stirring. The arrangement is effortless and is suitable. '
COMMENTS ON MARKETABILITY:
'The appeal is evident, positive and involving. Your writing style is unique and original. Finding a powerful musical presentation will enhance the market potential for your composition.' - Song of the Year Critique Staff
COMMENTS ON EMOTIONAL IMPACT:
'You did an illustrious job with the lyrical approach and direction. The songwriting and execution show good creativity and professionalism. The composition is well elaborated with a passionate effort. The title is poignant.'
COMMENTS ON TECHNICAL EVALUATION:
'Unquestionable composition implementation. Emotions in the song are dedicated and expressive, thanks to the overall content - quite stirring. The arrangement is effortless and is suitable. '
COMMENTS ON MARKETABILITY:
'The appeal is evident, positive and involving. Your writing style is unique and original. Finding a powerful musical presentation will enhance the market potential for your composition.' - Song of the Year Critique Staff
COMMENTS ON EMOTIONAL IMPACT:
'Lyrically speaking, the most important element here is the way the message comes across. Good taste and mature, Artistic approach of the overall direction and song structure play a major role here and are the strongest aspects of the composition.'
COMMENTS ON TECHNICAL EVALUATION:
'Excellent work with all aspects - Title, Lyrics, Genre definition (very important!) and Arrangement are conceived seamlessly. The overall composition can be considered "major" one - it is clean and unique! '
COMMENTS ON MARKETABILITY:
'Keep up the good work! This shows real promise as a potential single.' - Song of the Year Critique Staff
COMMENTS ON EMOTIONAL IMPACT:
'Lyrically speaking, the most important element here is the way the message comes across. Good taste and mature, Artistic approach of the overall direction and song structure play a major role here and are the strongest aspects of the composition.'
COMMENTS ON TECHNICAL EVALUATION:
'Excellent work with all aspects - Title, Lyrics, Genre definition (very important!) and Arrangement are conceived seamlessly. The overall composition can be considered "major" one - it is clean and unique! '
COMMENTS ON MARKETABILITY:
'Keep up the good work! This shows real promise as a potential single.' - Song of the Year Critique Staff
COMMENTS ON EMOTIONAL IMPACT:
'The lyrical mood and atmosphere are particular and attract your attention right from the beginning with the opening line “And there is someone I loved, who no longer loves me…..” The genre and style is well defined which is essential.'
COMMENTS ON TECHNICAL EVALUATION:
'The lyrical structure is memorable and holds your attention with a creative and balanced thought process. Good balance between the verses and chorus’ with professionalism laced throughout the arrangement.'
COMMENTS ON MARKETABILITY:
'You've got good Lyrics that tie very well together - it's a compelling composition.' - Song of the Year Critique Staff
COMMENTS ON EMOTIONAL IMPACT:
'The lyrical mood and atmosphere are particular and attract your attention right from the beginning with the opening line “And there is someone I loved, who no longer loves me…..” The genre and style is well defined which is essential.'
COMMENTS ON TECHNICAL EVALUATION:
'The lyrical structure is memorable and holds your attention with a creative and balanced thought process. Good balance between the verses and chorus’ with professionalism laced throughout the arrangement.'
COMMENTS ON MARKETABILITY:
'You've got good Lyrics that tie very well together - it's a compelling composition.' - Song of the Year Critique Staff
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Michael began songwriting as a journey into his own heart and soul while trying to understand the hearts of others around him. His introspective lyrics express a sensitive look at the unfolding of life’s experiences and challenges with a tongue and cheek sense of humor and hope. Michael is a natural storyteller and his songs are rooted in passionate themes that envelop the listener into the bittersweet twists and turns of his characters. His motivation has always been to share a story or idea that evokes emotion with a shining and unique perspective.
His musical style is an eclectic mix of rock, folk, and world fusion through the use of acoustic guitar, keyboard, world instruments, and often ambient textures. His sound is a mixture of organic and synthetic sound representing the balance of what can be touched and what needs to be.
Michael's early years were influenced by the freedom, rawness, and innovation of Public Enemy and hip-hop artists of the late 80’s.. He has been significantly impacted by the passionate storytelling of Bruce Springsteen, the honesty of raw emotion and theme of John Lennon, and the blend of world and traditional musical styling of Peter Gabriel.
Michael grew up with a love for music. His grandfather a practicing violinist taught him an appreciation for classical music. Although there were many stops and starts in Michael’s focus on music, it was never far from his heart and dreams.
After his grandfather passed away, Michael purchased a keyboard in his grandfather’s honor and soon began to write lyrics. Michael often uses the keyboard as a starting point when composing a new song. His musical passion has lead him to the guitar both acoustic and electric which uses in performance.
Michael has lived most of his life in the New York Metropolitan area with a five-year edge-rounding stay in San Francisco. He fondly remembers his time on the West Coast as a period of personal re-birth and growth.
He has most recently been selected as a "Runner Up" in the September 2006 round of the Song of the Year song and lyric competition for his written work of ‘I Ran Through’.
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