Symphonic Poem "Hope" FF12 Theme???

Originally Posted by Josh_1

I have mixed feelings about the Symphonic Poem. It is good, but nothing really outstanding. It is a just an avergage symphonic work that doesn't surpass the symphonic sophistication of Masashi Hamauzu or the colorful orchestral palette of Shiro Hamaguchi. However, with all the negatives said about the music there are a couple positives. One, it is orchestral music. Two, it had the title FFXII on it so it served its purpose in drawing many FF music fans to it, .

I think you're presenting an opinion as a fact here. Personally, I feel comparing Yuji Toriyama and Taro Hakase's work with the creations of Masashi Hamauzu and Shiro Hamaguchi is irrelevant. All these musicians specialise in different fields and the former two never intended to emulate previous FF works. And, besides, what musical evidence do you have to back up that Symphonic Poem "Hope" is merely 'average', that Toriyama and Hakase are uncapable of rivalling the symphonic sophistication of another composer (who, may I add, usually has an orchestrator on his side), and that they fail to utilise an especially colourful palette of instruments? It is just an opinion, nay? I see where you're coming from, but disagree and find the comparisons completely unnecessary, particularly when they're presented in such a subjective yet opinionated way.

Personally, I expected something different from Symphonic Poem "Hope" -- something longer, more epic, and more virtuosic. However, I'm more than satisfied with what is provided, despite this. The main theme is rich and beautiful, well-supported by sensitive performances, delicate use of instrumentation, and an overall sense of buoyancy and optimism. While I do not intend to purchase it, it's certainly a worthy prologue to FFXII.

Jam it back in, in the dark.