Comments on: Aoi Hana Original Soundtrack – Sweet – Review

By: Maggiej

Maggiej — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 20:13:15 +0000

@ zzeroparticle

Thank you so much for making a review of one of my favourite animes ever ,I really like the music of Aoi hana .

My favourite tracks are Kokuhaku , konwaku and Komorebi wo Kakeorite

By: Anime Instrumentality Blog | Reminiscing over the Decade’s Anime Music – 2009

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 08:47:02 +0000

[...] sign of what to expect: good melodies that have this tendency to reuse 2-3 thematic components. In Aoi Hana’s soundtrack, he doesn’t abuse this to the extent that he does with Someday’s Dreamer’s [...]

By: It’s not another ‘Best of’ list, really… (^_^;) | Aozora Dreams

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 16:12:15 +0000

[...] for the mood of the anime they were composed for. For a sampling of selected tracks, check out Anime Instrumentality‘s review of the [...]

By: Mahou Tsukai ni Taisetsu na koto – Someday’s Dreamers – Original Soundtrack – Review

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 09:40:00 +0000

[...] It’s not an easy feat to pull off, but Haketa sure did a decent job of it when he composed the soundtrack to Aoi Hana. That said, Aoi Hana is arguably not the best example of this; it’s in his music for Mahou Tsukai [...]

By: zzeroparticle

zzeroparticle — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 01:32:34 +0000

@Dora
Awesome! Would love to hear your thoughts on it and I do hope that you enjoyed it as much as I have.

By: Dora

Dora — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:36:53 +0000

Thanks!

Only 8 more weeks (at most) until I can enjoy this at home… ^__^”

By: zzeroparticle

zzeroparticle — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 08:39:50 +0000

@Dora Well, I tend to use CDJapan for most of my music needs since they keep costs decently low and are fairly reliable.

By: Dora

Dora — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 02:19:03 +0000

I’m liking the sound of it, any idea where to buy/download it?

By: Hatsukoi Limited Original Soundtrack – Review | Anime Instrumentality Blog

Sat, 13 Feb 2010 10:30:46 +0000

[...] that conveys the anxiety, but heartfelt moments of high school romances, then I’d look to Aoi Hana’s soundtrack, where its memorable musical themes result in a better listening experience [...]

By: Gintama Original Soundtrack 1 – Review | Anime Instrumentality Blog

Gintama Original Soundtrack 1 – Review | Anime Instrumentality Blog — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 07:48:03 +0000

[...] taste for anime music can be quite predictable. Elegant, moving, and graceful soundtracks, such as Aoi Hana’s, Ouran High School Host Club’s and Le Portrait de Petite Cosette’s, will definitely be able to [...]

By: zzeroparticle

zzeroparticle — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 22:12:28 +0000

@Ayumikat
It’s kind of funny because while I watched the series, I didn’t fully pay attention to the music until about halfway through because they were so gentle. I’d be hard-pressed to say whether this album is better than Muramatsu’s Umi Monogatari at this point, but it certainly is enjoyable as a standalone listen. Something I can sit straight through without ever feeling bored!

By: Ayumikat

Ayumikat — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 16:01:10 +0000

I think that Kuroshitsuji and Aoi Hana are both at opposite ends of the spectrum, one being a supernatural, mystery anime and the other being a slice of life, coming of age kind of anime. As such, the compositions of the soundtracks reflect the respective themes and nature of the each series. In Kuro’s case, watching the anime helps put the music in a better context and in that respect, Iwasaki did a fab job. As for Aoi Hana, the bgm is less noticeable because it is subtle and gentle. The compositions and melody stood out more when one listen to each tracks on their own. So I suppose in that aspect, the album works well as a stand alone compared to Kuro’s ost. That aside, I rather enjoy Aoi Hana’s ost despite the many variations of the two main themes. Haketa Takefumi isn’t the only composer who employs the reinterpretation method. Other composers did the same thing (Ken Muramatsu did it with Umi Monogatari’s main theme). I think Takefumi succeeded in crafting out different mood and sentiment with the variances. To me, it’s one of the most enjoyable ost released this year, one I would listen to time and again. So lovely.

By: zzeroparticle

zzeroparticle — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 05:17:53 +0000

@DucDigital
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed these as much as I have!

By: DucDigital

DucDigital — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 06:27:23 +0000

I love these tracks so much….

By: zzeroparticle

zzeroparticle — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:43:15 +0000

@tai
I aim to please. And hey, glad to see you around again. It’s been awhile!

By: tai

tai — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:22:25 +0000

Thanks for another great review—you always introduce me to new composers to keep an eye out for. I’m always on the search for relaxing background music. I’ll be looking forward to your KNSE OST review.

By: zzeroparticle

zzeroparticle — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:22:20 +0000

@Canne
That’s what I find to be so great about this particular album. While you’re watching the show, the music isn’t going to be noticeable, but on its own, you’ll find it to be a very solid listening experience all around. It’s one of the many reasons why I’ve come to appreciate Takefumi Haketa.

By: Canne

Canne — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:07:00 +0000

The OST gets along excellently with the anime but I could not recall any of the themes after watching the series. The music is very subtle and simple, not something that catches my attension immediately. I may have to keep listening and let the music sink in a little more.

By: zzeroparticle

zzeroparticle — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 04:46:14 +0000

@mei
No problem. I figure the more recommendations people toss my way, the more good music I have to listen to. Everyone wins! \o/

@Jesus159159159
Relaxing stuff that doesn’t become distracting? Check. If that’s the criteria you have for homework music, Aoi Hana’s soundtrack is a good one to check out.

By: Jesus159159159

Jesus159159159 — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 04:17:00 +0000

I sense some good homework-doing music, ya?! =D