Some sequences I want to compose use orchestral hits, but I haven't found a good enough substitute.
steel drum, detune cello, detune church organ.
an orchestral hit is an orchestral hit duck duck go it
I feel like violin is involved
Detune French horn with nova reverb makes for a somewhat convincing low choir sometimes.
other than that. I use the violin, and cello in their intended roles mostly.
i also use smooth synth to supplement sustain
currently experimenting with Orchestral styles myself so happy to share any tips i come across
Steel drums, violins, and cello with drums usually does the job alright. It takes some messing around with
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