@@jakob1713 I didn't watch Frieren (even though I heard about it a lot), but I watched Violet Evergarden, and oh boy... Violet Evergarden is my all-time favorite realistic drama anime, and I adore Evan's soundtrack for Violet, I immediately fell in love with it, I listen to it even outside watching anime (but sometimes it's hard when as tears flow...). Thanks to Violet Evergarden, I discovered Evan!
Frieren Episode 21: You did it man, the MUSIC when Frieren broken the barrier brought CHILL to my spine, I RE-WATCHED & LISTENED to that scene at least TEN TIMES. As good as it gets. Too EPIC and TOO good. The "bee's" sound when she was brewing her magic was also masterful. IN FACT, I'm here "searching" you to find more about you!! Before Frieren, I didn't know anything about you!
I think that one was done by someone else, at least on youtube i am seeing it attribuited to Dan Dabrowsky, for evan call's ost for frieren i love zooltrack, a powerfull mage and the height of magic
Evan... my inspiration...I'm a pianist, and I started writing orchestral music dreaming some japanese animation studios notice me... It's thanks to his music in Violet Evergarden that i've chosen my path...Thank you from my heart Evan, and thank you Gavin for this beautiful interview.
@@kausthita11Hello again, and sorry for being late, I was thinking about your message for all this time:) I spent the last months writing a lot of music, and today I decided to finally open my own youtube channel :)
I was so amazed when finding out this non-japanese composer when watching the violet evergarden. The sound track truly is a masterpiece. Thanks for this cool interview Gavin!
Once I heard Evan Calls “The Voice in My Heart” “The Ultimate Price” “Rust” “Across the Violet Sky” I instantly became a fan of his works. This genre of music hits my craving in the right spot and I can’t wait to see what else he can produce in the near future! I was saddened once Violet Evergarden finished airing, doubting if anything will reach that level of beauty ever again. 6 years later, Frieren Beyond Journey’s end appears and it matches what I wanted in a fantasy anime perfectly. ❤
so thrilled to see one of my favorite composers getting interviewed!!! I've been waiting to hear about his thought process for so long, thank you for making this!
Evan Call the 🐐 Violet Evergarden's OST is very touching and makes me tear up every time even on my 10th rewatch. Good little piece of an interview here Gavin 👍
Violet Evergarden came out at pretty much the exact right time to give me something to cope through the death of my brother, and the music in particular was a huge part of that. I watched, and then rewatched the anime a few times, and I'd often be listening to the Violet Evergarden OST during that time. A Doll's Beginning, Violet's Letter, Violet Snow, and The Love That Binds Us are some of my favourites from that soundtrack. Please pass my thanks onto Evan, if you could.
Awesome! I absolutely love Evans's music, and Frieren is an amazing show. The score for Violet Evergarden is one of my top favorite anime scores. Looking forward to taking the course as I find myself very influenced by many Japanese composers. It'd be awesome if you could get an interview with Kenichirou Suehiro (Shadow's House) Junichi Nakatsuru (SoulCalibur) or the great Yuki Kajiura (Fate/Zero)
As I was learning more about his life as a composer, it filled me with assurance that it’s never too late to start composing or to get into music. I may have the basics down for music, but I’m studying accounting as an undergrad and have slowly been parting from my love for music. However every time I listen to his works (and that of Yoshiaki Hujisawa), I get the sudden urge to go back to that world of music.
oh my goodness, I just learned about him recently, because the Frieren atmosphere just really blew me away, I really really want to listen to the ost as soon as possible, thank you for this interview!
Gavin, I wanted to say thank you for interviewing Evan Call to get a better perspective on his life and work in Japan. I enjoyed listening to his anime soundtracks when I felt down or bored. 😁
I think Evan really excels the most in his arrangement and instrumentation. He chooses interesting colors to paint with and makes sure they mesh well. I want to hear/find out if he’s made any memorable character motifs. I don’t know his music well but I think if he can do that well too, he’ll be a composer who’s work I’ll follow.
I keep Violet soundtrack in background all the time when I work it's like a warm blanket that helps me go through the day. I'm really looking foreword to listen to Frieren's one. Thank you for your amazing composition!
Been a fan of Evan Call since I heard Violet Evergarden's OSTs. He's been one of my favorite composers along with my favorite show. And the release of Frieren recently just makes my respect for him better. I am glad you were able to get to interview him. Great video
I always wanted to see how Evan Call was like. There ain't a lot of westerners doing soundtrack for anime but once I watched Violet Evergarden I was completely blown away by its sound. It's really interesting to know how the pieces of music are briefed into him with those broad concepts like the 'existence as existence' thing, but it worked cause every song in Automemories is a feeling almost, kinda like Violet herself discovers what feelings truly are. The soundtrack almost breeds such feelings into you slowly. Most importantly, you mentioned woodwind as an instrument, but I'd also add the harp into the mix cause their combination made the soundtrack so distinct from everything I've seen from anime, film, gaming, anything. It's gentle, soft AND innocent at the same time. I really can't stress enough how Violet's track is amazing, for me it had as much weight to the story as the script itself lmao. Never Coming Back, The Ultimate Price and Across the Violet Sky are masterpieces.
Yo Evan, Big fan here and your work in Frieren was one of best. I really love how you depict fantasy in your music :) When i think of fantasy i imagine your music in the background. Shout out to Made in Abyss composer, pretty similar imo.
I bought the Violet Evergarden CD when it came out and when I heard he made the music for Frieren, I was there for it. Can't wait for the full Cd to come out.
i'm a huge rock metal fan but boy, when i heard sincerely i couldn't help but tear up a little, damn ninjas cutting onions smh , this guy is a freaking genius
Evan Calls music elevates Frieren into grand fantasy movie spheres! But there ist still room for even more colour with Beyond Journeys End, I hope he will do the other parts.
his music is the reason for me to play piano, When I was in elementary school, my neighbor had a keyboard that i play often. It's just, the piano broke when i got to middle school. In middle school i was more interested in traditional music and my parents are very supportive about it. and when i go to high school, my friend introduce me to anime world, and i think anime music is perfect match for piano, so i started to learn again, i used fl studio, and just clicking my finger on everything, when violet evergarden came i ask for a piano to my parents but they did not support it, until i finish school and can buy piano (just a 150 dollars piano) but the first song that i learn is ""Be Free", now i can play "Theme of Violet Evergarden" and the piano part of "Mirai no Hito e". My dream is to be able to play Evan Call score beautifuly
First know him in Josee the Tiger and the Fish, the soundtrack are so beautifully done, give me the vibe of Ghibli's film. I haven't watched Frieren and Violet Evergarden, I think I will love it too
Evan Call also who made BGM for movie anime "Josee, the Tiger and the Fish" in 2020 and "My Happy Marriage" in this year too. Thanks you so much for your time to interviewing him. Violet Evergarden makes his name getting much more attention. It's not too late to stan him and support him! 🫶
Violet Evergarden, Frieren et World on fire de Tokyo ESP, Evan Call est une personne avec beaucoup de maîtrise musicale, il est l'un des meilleurs compositeurs d'ost pour les animés c'est sûr
Hi Gavin, this is the first video I'm watching from your channel, but I have watched Ryan Leach for quite some time now, and I'm excited to buy the course you two have put up! I have a bit of classical music background, but I'd still like to know how much I need to know music-wise and technology-wise before I enroll the course. Do I need any specific knowledge or software prior or just basic knowledge would be good enough? (e.g. I haven't tried using music sheet software)
Welcome to the channel! Good question. I would say basic knowledge is sufficient. There aren’t necessarily technology requirements, but you’ll need to have some sheet music editor software to complete the assignments. Musescore is free, and a great place to start. Hope to see you in the course soon!
“I couldn’t immediately find work of course”. I like Evan, but we must have way different concepts of “immediately”… According to his wiki, he came to Japan and after only three months (that’s just 12 weeks!) he gets a job where he can help arrange for a Nana Mizuki song and work on Symphogear G 😂 as a foreigner, in Japan. His good skill aside, that’s like ridiculously lucky or… I don’t have a really good word for it. Fortunate I guess? I hope he still treats his roommate nice.
Frieren's soundtrack was something that could rival Hans Zimmer or Hiroyuki Sawano. In my opinion, of course. And no, I'm not saying anything is better than the other. Just clearing that one up ahead of time.
![The Circle of Fifths & Contemporary Japanese Music -- [Hisaishi, @jacobcollier , @HirohashiMakiko]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/3uJWzVKrmk8/mqdefault.jpg)
Hope this vid blows up.
Evan's work for Frieren is instant classic.
I Just noticed that and now it is clear to me why IT reminded me of Violet Evergarden
@@jakob1713 I didn't watch Frieren (even though I heard about it a lot), but I watched Violet Evergarden, and oh boy... Violet Evergarden is my all-time favorite realistic drama anime, and I adore Evan's soundtrack for Violet, I immediately fell in love with it, I listen to it even outside watching anime (but sometimes it's hard when as tears flow...). Thanks to Violet Evergarden, I discovered Evan!
Frieren Episode 21: You did it man, the MUSIC when Frieren broken the barrier brought CHILL to my spine, I RE-WATCHED & LISTENED to that scene at least TEN TIMES. As good as it gets. Too EPIC and TOO good. The "bee's" sound when she was brewing her magic was also masterful. IN FACT, I'm here "searching" you to find more about you!! Before Frieren, I didn't know anything about you!
I think that one was done by someone else, at least on youtube i am seeing it attribuited to Dan Dabrowsky, for evan call's ost for frieren i love zooltrack, a powerfull mage and the height of magic
@@deviousmile669 Actually it is Evan's song called "Frieren the Salyer"
@@trakinson ah ok, thanks
Evan... my inspiration...I'm a pianist, and I started writing orchestral music dreaming some japanese animation studios notice me... It's thanks to his music in Violet Evergarden that i've chosen my path...Thank you from my heart Evan, and thank you Gavin for this beautiful interview.
Where can I listen to your music?? As a fellow student, I'd love to hear what you are cooking
I just love music
@@kausthita11Hello again, and sorry for being late, I was thinking about your message for all this time:) I spent the last months writing a lot of music, and today I decided to finally open my own youtube channel :)
I hope you continue working towards that dream. Good luck!
@@federicocomposerWhere can I listen to your music?
American Evan Call has become one of Japan's most influential composers.
Sir Evan Call, you are such a GOAT 🐐. I love your work on Violet Evergarden and Frieren so much.
Frieren's two scores "Farewell, My Friend" and "Where the Blue Moon Weed Grows" never fails to make me cry.
I was so amazed when finding out this non-japanese composer when watching the violet evergarden. The sound track truly is a masterpiece. Thanks for this cool interview Gavin!
Once I heard Evan Calls
“The Voice in My Heart”
“The Ultimate Price”
“Rust”
“Across the Violet Sky”
I instantly became a fan of his works. This genre of music hits my craving in the right spot and I can’t wait to see what else he can produce in the near future!
I was saddened once Violet Evergarden finished airing, doubting if anything will reach that level of beauty ever again. 6 years later, Frieren Beyond Journey’s end appears and it matches what I wanted in a fantasy anime perfectly. ❤
so thrilled to see one of my favorite composers getting interviewed!!! I've been waiting to hear about his thought process for so long, thank you for making this!
Evan Call the 🐐
Violet Evergarden's OST is very touching and makes me tear up every time even on my 10th rewatch.
Good little piece of an interview here Gavin 👍
Violet Evergarden came out at pretty much the exact right time to give me something to cope through the death of my brother, and the music in particular was a huge part of that. I watched, and then rewatched the anime a few times, and I'd often be listening to the Violet Evergarden OST during that time. A Doll's Beginning, Violet's Letter, Violet Snow, and The Love That Binds Us are some of my favourites from that soundtrack.
Please pass my thanks onto Evan, if you could.
Awesome! I absolutely love Evans's music, and Frieren is an amazing show. The score for Violet Evergarden is one of my top favorite anime scores. Looking forward to taking the course as I find myself very influenced by many Japanese composers. It'd be awesome if you could get an interview with Kenichirou Suehiro (Shadow's House) Junichi Nakatsuru (SoulCalibur) or the great Yuki Kajiura (Fate/Zero)
Came here for Evan's masterpiece Zoltraak. Can't wait to see more works of his!
As I was learning more about his life as a composer, it filled me with assurance that it’s never too late to start composing or to get into music. I may have the basics down for music, but I’m studying accounting as an undergrad and have slowly been parting from my love for music.
However every time I listen to his works (and that of Yoshiaki Hujisawa), I get the sudden urge to go back to that world of music.
oh my goodness, I just learned about him recently, because the Frieren atmosphere just really blew me away, I really really want to listen to the ost as soon as possible, thank you for this interview!
Gavin, I wanted to say thank you for interviewing Evan Call to get a better perspective on his life and work in Japan. I enjoyed listening to his anime soundtracks when I felt down or bored. 😁
I think Evan really excels the most in his arrangement and instrumentation. He chooses interesting colors to paint with and makes sure they mesh well. I want to hear/find out if he’s made any memorable character motifs. I don’t know his music well but I think if he can do that well too, he’ll be a composer who’s work I’ll follow.
I keep Violet soundtrack in background all the time when I work it's like a warm blanket that helps me go through the day. I'm really looking foreword to listen to Frieren's one. Thank you for your amazing composition!
Zoltraak, Bliss and For 1000 Years - is absolutely genius tracks. Thanks to Evan, it is the most inspiring music for me ever
It's really nice to hear Evan call interview, and the way he got inspiration while working in violet evergarden music.
Been a fan of Evan Call since I heard Violet Evergarden's OSTs. He's been one of my favorite composers along with my favorite show. And the release of Frieren recently just makes my respect for him better. I am glad you were able to get to interview him. Great video
The first time I watched violet evergarden I instantly fell in love with the music so badly. Evan's music is just that beautiful.
I always wanted to see how Evan Call was like. There ain't a lot of westerners doing soundtrack for anime but once I watched Violet Evergarden I was completely blown away by its sound. It's really interesting to know how the pieces of music are briefed into him with those broad concepts like the 'existence as existence' thing, but it worked cause every song in Automemories is a feeling almost, kinda like Violet herself discovers what feelings truly are. The soundtrack almost breeds such feelings into you slowly. Most importantly, you mentioned woodwind as an instrument, but I'd also add the harp into the mix cause their combination made the soundtrack so distinct from everything I've seen from anime, film, gaming, anything. It's gentle, soft AND innocent at the same time. I really can't stress enough how Violet's track is amazing, for me it had as much weight to the story as the script itself lmao. Never Coming Back, The Ultimate Price and Across the Violet Sky are masterpieces.
Both of you are freakin LEGENDS man!!!!!!❤❤❤
Yo Evan, Big fan here and your work in Frieren was one of best.
I really love how you depict fantasy in your music :) When i think of fantasy i imagine your music in the background. Shout out to Made in Abyss composer, pretty similar imo.
Interesting perspective of what you could possibly expect if you were to make music for Japanese animation.
He is the first person that created a music of forest, music of soft sadness, soft pain, the voice in my heart is masterpiece
Cool video! Thanks for the interview, Gavin!
I love this interview!! Thank you so much for doing this.
I bought the Violet Evergarden CD when it came out and when I heard he made the music for Frieren, I was there for it. Can't wait for the full Cd to come out.
This is awaesome! Thanks for the clips!
Hype, love this and it was super insightful and inspiring.
Wonderful to see the handsome face behind the beloved OSTs. Thank you immensely for interviewing The Man himself!
Sometime things happen for a reason… glad his music reach global
i'm a huge rock metal fan but boy, when i heard sincerely i couldn't help but tear up a little, damn ninjas cutting onions smh , this guy is a freaking genius
you are amazing sir!
Evan Calls music elevates Frieren into grand fantasy movie spheres! But there ist still room for even more colour with Beyond Journeys End, I hope he will do the other parts.
I've been a big fan of Evans work for a while! This is really insightful thank you!
his works are amazing
Violet Evergarden has one of the best OSTs ever in anime
absolutely phenomenal composer
Heard the music before the show(s) … watched the shows and now can’t disconnect the shows from the music… that is a genius of musical storytelling
his music is the reason for me to play piano, When I was in elementary school, my neighbor had a keyboard that i play often. It's just, the piano broke when i got to middle school. In middle school i was more interested in traditional music and my parents are very supportive about it. and when i go to high school, my friend introduce me to anime world, and i think anime music is perfect match for piano, so i started to learn again, i used fl studio, and just clicking my finger on everything, when violet evergarden came i ask for a piano to my parents but they did not support it, until i finish school and can buy piano (just a 150 dollars piano) but the first song that i learn is ""Be Free", now i can play "Theme of Violet Evergarden" and the piano part of "Mirai no Hito e". My dream is to be able to play Evan Call score beautifuly
I wanna hear his process for Frieren
First know him in Josee the Tiger and the Fish, the soundtrack are so beautifully done, give me the vibe of Ghibli's film. I haven't watched Frieren and Violet Evergarden, I think I will love it too
violet evergarden is a must watch if you love sad anime or anime with deep stories and good character development
Evan Call also who made BGM for movie anime "Josee, the Tiger and the Fish" in 2020 and "My Happy Marriage" in this year too. Thanks you so much for your time to interviewing him. Violet Evergarden makes his name getting much more attention.
It's not too late to stan him and support him! 🫶
Really cool interview Gavin!
masterpiece
I hope in the future Evan Call can collaborate again with Kyoto Animation and produce another miracle
Genius in orchestration
Evan is such a goat I love his music
I've became a great fan of Evan after Frieren
This man is my biggest idol
You can see his passion, he really loves this. That's how he makes these amazing melodies from Violet Evergarden and Frieren.
As a beginner pianist myself, I want to make the beautiful music possible for Japanese animation studios or any other studios possible.
Kevin Penkin & Evan Call is GOD ❣️❣️❣️👌
No they’re not. They’re good, amazing even (or should I say evan), but they’re not God.
Violet Evergarden, Frieren et World on fire de Tokyo ESP, Evan Call est une personne avec beaucoup de maîtrise musicale, il est l'un des meilleurs compositeurs d'ost pour les animés c'est sûr
Amazing guy
Evan call is my hero
whaat? he composed music for Violet? i didnt know it for so long. btw. VE is my favourite OST ever. so im a little bit ashmed about my ignorance.
No issues man! Music is something which touches our heart. Hope you enjoy frieren as well
Bro, if their work moves you, then they'll be honored.
Hi Gavin, this is the first video I'm watching from your channel, but I have watched Ryan Leach for quite some time now, and I'm excited to buy the course you two have put up! I have a bit of classical music background, but I'd still like to know how much I need to know music-wise and technology-wise before I enroll the course. Do I need any specific knowledge or software prior or just basic knowledge would be good enough? (e.g. I haven't tried using music sheet software)
Welcome to the channel! Good question. I would say basic knowledge is sufficient. There aren’t necessarily technology requirements, but you’ll need to have some sheet music editor software to complete the assignments. Musescore is free, and a great place to start. Hope to see you in the course soon!
genius composer
Frieren i hope become the anime of the year
the goat
just 20k views? damn a lot of people are missing the good stuff here
“I couldn’t immediately find work of course”. I like Evan, but we must have way different concepts of “immediately”… According to his wiki, he came to Japan and after only three months (that’s just 12 weeks!) he gets a job where he can help arrange for a Nana Mizuki song and work on Symphogear G 😂 as a foreigner, in Japan. His good skill aside, that’s like ridiculously lucky or… I don’t have a really good word for it. Fortunate I guess? I hope he still treats his roommate nice.
Awesome
すごい人やで
goated
Frieren's soundtrack was something that could rival Hans Zimmer or Hiroyuki Sawano. In my opinion, of course.
And no, I'm not saying anything is better than the other. Just clearing that one up ahead of time.
Cool cat
Battle has transformed into bottle XD
Which theme ended up being the "existence as existence" one?
Evan looks like viggo Mortesen, seriously
I'm first!
Musians and Programmers be like: YOINK
He is hiroyuki sawano of western in his song even have sawano drop so i give it name "Evan drop"