Monarch On the Shore

February 28, 2021

The majestic, marching theme of Tasnica, complete with an opening brass fanfare and military snare drum.  The Super Nintendo’s hardware sadly did not allow for much bottom end with the limited polyphony.  Secret of Mana’s music was a departure from Nobuo Uematsu’s sound, but this tune would be right at home as an alternate castle theme for Final Fantasy games of the time.  The remake features a bouncy, percussive remix. 

Flute – Wave 18 on Yamaha TG55
Strings – Yamaha PSLCD-104
Tubular Bells – Yamaha TG77
Brass Section – Roland SC-55/U-220
Orchestral Snare – Dry Snare on Bob Clearmountain Drums
Cymbals – Yamaha TG55/77/99