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'''"Dearly Beloved -Reprise-"''' is a version of "Dearly Beloved" that plays after the credits during [[The End]]. | '''"Dearly Beloved -Reprise-"''' is a version of "Dearly Beloved" that plays after the credits during [[The End]]. | ||
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==Story== | ==Story== | ||
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==Composition== | ==Composition== | ||
"Dearly Beloved" contains two distinct melodies comprised out of identical chord structures, allowing them to be layered on top of each other. The second melody was introduced in "[[Always on My Mind]]" and was first incorporated into "Dearly Beloved" in ''[[Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories]]''. | "Dearly Beloved" contains two distinct melodies comprised out of identical chord structures, allowing them to be layered on top of each other. The second melody was first introduced in "[[Always on My Mind]]" and was first incorporated into "Dearly Beloved" in ''[[Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories]]''. | ||
===''Kingdom Hearts''=== | ===''Kingdom Hearts''=== | ||
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In ''Kingdom Hearts'', the main melody is performed as a piano solo with a synthesized choral background. The original ''Kingdom Hearts'' included the sound of ocean waves behind the instrumentation, and while still present in-game, the background sounds were not carried over to the ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX]]'' album recording. This version is also used in the opening menu of ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX]]''. | In ''Kingdom Hearts'', the main melody is performed as a piano solo with a synthesized choral background. The original ''Kingdom Hearts'' included the sound of ocean waves behind the instrumentation, and while still present in-game, the background sounds were not carried over to the ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX]]'' album recording. This version is also used in the opening menu of ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX]]''. | ||
"Dearly Beloved -Reprise | "Dearly Beloved -Reprise" features a bell solo with pizzicato strings as support. | ||
===''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories''=== | ===''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories''=== | ||
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===''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded''=== | ===''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded''=== | ||
''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:coded]]'' contains a slightly faster version of the original "Dearly Beloved" theme. It features both the first and second melodies with pizzicato string support. This arrangement has a lighthearted and playful tone, mirroring the tone of the game. | ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:coded]]'' contains a slightly faster version of the original "Dearly Beloved" theme. It features both the first and second melodies with pizzicato string support. This arrangement has a lighthearted and playful tone, mirroring the tone of the game. | ||
===''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep''=== | ===''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep''=== | ||
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===''Kingdom Hearts χ''=== | ===''Kingdom Hearts χ''=== | ||
The ''[[Kingdom Hearts χ]]'' arrangement begins with a unique piano section over a soft choir; here, notes of the primary melody play at half the regular frequency. It then transitions into a light and upbeat section prominently featuring mallet instruments, with support provided by strings. This arrangement is the | The ''[[Kingdom Hearts χ]]'' arrangement begins with a unique piano section over a soft choir; here, notes of the primary melody play at half the regular frequency. It then transitions into a light and upbeat section prominently featuring mallet instruments, with support provided by strings. This arrangement is the only arrangement to not incorporate the secondary melody since its introduction in ''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories''. | ||
===''Kingdom Hearts Union χ''=== | ===''Kingdom Hearts Union χ''=== | ||
The version used in ''[[Kingdom Hearts Union χ]]'' version is also used in ''[[Kingdom Hearts Dark Road]]''. This arrangement is characterized by heavy usage of strings: the main melody is plucked, while the secondary melody and a steady background section are bowed. A new descending piano pattern also repeats throughout the arrangement. | The version used in ''[[Kingdom Hearts Union χ]]'' version is also used in ''[[Kingdom Hearts Dark Road]]''. This arrangement is characterized by heavy usage of strings: the main melody is plucked, while the secondary melody and a steady background section are bowed. A new descending piano pattern also repeats throughout the arrangement. | ||
The credits of ''Kingdom Hearts Union χ'' and ''Kingdom Hearts Dark Road'' feature a new version of "Dearly Beloved". It incorporates elements from the arrangements from ''Kingdom Hearts'', ''Kingdom Hearts χ'', ''Kingdom Hearts | The credits of ''Kingdom Hearts Union χ'' and ''Kingdom Hearts Dark Road'' feature a new version of "Dearly Beloved". It incorporates elements from the arrangements from ''Kingdom Hearts χ'', ''Kingdom Hearts Union χ'', ''Kingdom Hearts χ Back Cover'', and ''Kingdom Hearts III'' (both the main version and "Dearly Beloved -Forest Memory-"). | ||
===''Kingdom Hearts χ Back Cover''=== | ===''Kingdom Hearts χ Back Cover''=== | ||
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The arrangement of "Dearly Beloved" in ''[[Kingdom Hearts III]]'' by Yoko Shimomura and Yui Morishita is a {{w|piano concerto}}. Tetsuya Nomura ordered it to be based on the ''{{w|Transcendental Études}}'', a series of twelve compositions for piano by {{w|Franz Liszt}}. The melody in the introduction of the piece is different from any of the arrangements prior until the moment it becomes its usual melody.<ref>'''''KINGDOM HEARTS: Memories of Dearly Beloved with Yoko Shimomura''''', '''Yoko Shimomura''': "In the introduction, I wanted to create a little bit of doubt, to make something seem a bit different and strange - then follow it up with the familiar refrain, to make the listener feel as though they've come home."</ref><ref>[http://www.twitlonger.com/show/n_1sqr3b2 KH3 Ultimania: Interview with Yoko Shimomura (Music)]</ref> While initially relaxed and calm, this arrangement gradually builds up to a triumphant ending. | The arrangement of "Dearly Beloved" in ''[[Kingdom Hearts III]]'' by Yoko Shimomura and Yui Morishita is a {{w|piano concerto}}. Tetsuya Nomura ordered it to be based on the ''{{w|Transcendental Études}}'', a series of twelve compositions for piano by {{w|Franz Liszt}}. The melody in the introduction of the piece is different from any of the arrangements prior until the moment it becomes its usual melody.<ref>'''''KINGDOM HEARTS: Memories of Dearly Beloved with Yoko Shimomura''''', '''Yoko Shimomura''': "In the introduction, I wanted to create a little bit of doubt, to make something seem a bit different and strange - then follow it up with the familiar refrain, to make the listener feel as though they've come home."</ref><ref>[http://www.twitlonger.com/show/n_1sqr3b2 KH3 Ultimania: Interview with Yoko Shimomura (Music)]</ref> While initially relaxed and calm, this arrangement gradually builds up to a triumphant ending. | ||
"Dearly Beloved -Forest Memory-" is a version that appears in ''Kingdom Hearts III'' and is more prominently featured in ''[[Kingdom Hearts III Re Mind]]''. This version has the main melody on piano and the second melody on strings; the main distinguishing feature of this arrangement is the supporting flute ornaments. In addition, the arrangement subtly quotes the melodies of "{{c|Roxas|track}}"<!--Strings starting at 1:34--> | "Dearly Beloved -Forest Memory-" is a version that appears in ''Kingdom Hearts III'' and is more prominently featured in ''[[Kingdom Hearts III Re Mind]]''. This version has the main melody on piano and the second melody on strings; the main distinguishing feature of this arrangement is the supporting flute ornaments. In addition, the arrangement subtly quotes the melodies of "{{c|Roxas|track}}"<!--Strings starting at 1:34--> and "[[Musique pour la tristesse de Xion]]"<!--Piano starting at 2:00-->. | ||
===''Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory''=== | ===''Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory''=== | ||
''[[Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory]]'' features an upbeat iteration of "Dearly Beloved" that retains the original theme played on piano and trumpets. This version takes influence from jazz. | ''[[Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory]]'' features an upbeat iteration of "Dearly Beloved" that retains the original theme played on piano and trumpets. This version takes influence from jazz. | ||
===''Piano Collections Kingdom Hearts''=== | ===''Piano Collections Kingdom Hearts''=== | ||
The version of "Dearly Beloved" included in ''[[Piano Collections Kingdom Hearts]]'' is arranged by | The version of "Dearly Beloved" included in ''[[Piano Collections Kingdom Hearts]]'' is arranged by Takehiko Yamada. This solo piano feature incorporates rhythms from the original ''Kingdom Hearts'' arrangement and shares similarities to the ''Kingdom Hearts II'' version of "Dearly Beloved -Reprise-". While initially simple, it gradually gets more complex as the piece progresses. Overall, it is a very calm arrangement. This version is also used in the opening menu of ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX]]'', ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX]]'', and ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue]]''. | ||
"Concert Paraphrase on 'Dearly Beloved'" is a piano solo, likewise arranged by | "Concert Paraphrase on 'Dearly Beloved'" is a piano solo, likewise arranged by Takehiko Yamada. It takes far more liberties with the rhythms and melodies of "Dearly Beloved" while including complex piano runs and several original segments. | ||
===''memória! ~ The Very Best of Yoko Shimomura''=== | ===''memória! ~ The Very Best of Yoko Shimomura''=== | ||
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==Other appearances== | ==Other appearances== | ||
===''Kingdom Hearts'' Memorial Music Box=== | ===''Kingdom Hearts'' Memorial Music Box=== | ||
[[File:Dearly Beloved Memorial Music Box.ogg|thumb|''Kingdom Hearts Memorial Music Box'' arrangement of "Dearly Beloved".]] | [[File:Dearly Beloved Memorial Music Box.ogg|thumb|''Kingdom Hearts Memorial Music Box'' arrangement of "Dearly Beloved".]] | ||
The main menu of the ''[[Kingdom Hearts Memorial Music Box]]'' website plays the ''Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX'' recording of the original ''Kingdom Hearts'' version of "Dearly Beloved". The campaign also featured a giveaway of fifteen physical music boxes in commemoration of the ''Kingdom Hearts'' 15th Anniversary. These wooden music boxes played a simplistic arrangement of "Dearly Beloved". | The main menu of the ''[[Kingdom Hearts Memorial Music Box]]'' website plays the ''Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX'' recording of the original ''Kingdom Hearts'' version of "Dearly Beloved". The campaign also featured a giveaway of fifteen physical music boxes in commemoration of the ''Kingdom Hearts'' 15th Anniversary. These wooden music boxes played a simplistic arrangement of "Dearly Beloved". | ||
===''Kingdom Hearts Concert -Second Breath-''=== | ===''Kingdom Hearts Concert -Second Breath-''=== | ||
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In ''{{Ssb|Super Smash Bros. Ultimate}}'', the ''Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory'' version of "Dearly Beloved," referred to as "'''Dearly Beloved -Swing Version-'''", appears as a {{ssb|List of SSBU Music (Kingdom Hearts series)|track}} available to players who also have a save file from ''Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory''. It is also heard during the ''{{ssb|Mr. Sakurai Presents}}'' video presentation on [[Sora]], where it is played while {{ssb|Masahiro Sakurai}} talk about this track as special bonus content for players with both Challenger Pack 11 and a save file of ''Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory''. | In ''{{Ssb|Super Smash Bros. Ultimate}}'', the ''Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory'' version of "Dearly Beloved," referred to as "'''Dearly Beloved -Swing Version-'''", appears as a {{ssb|List of SSBU Music (Kingdom Hearts series)|track}} available to players who also have a save file from ''Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory''. It is also heard during the ''{{ssb|Mr. Sakurai Presents}}'' video presentation on [[Sora]], where it is played while {{ssb|Masahiro Sakurai}} talk about this track as special bonus content for players with both Challenger Pack 11 and a save file of ''Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory''. | ||
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==Albums== | ==Albums== | ||
