Here is my attempt!
I went for the "early Dream Theater" sound, using mostly 1992's "Images and Words" as reference. I think the biggest challenge on this piece was to hold the urge to 'bring out' every single track. Eventually I decided that the guitars should have clear priority over the orchestra, that should act as support for the core instruments. You'll probably think the orchestra is too quiet, but that's how it served it's purpose on my approach, being a "bed", acting as a glue for the other elements. It definitely made a huge difference when muted, so I think it worked at this level. Hope you enjoy!
I went for the "early Dream Theater" sound, using mostly 1992's "Images and Words" as reference. I think the biggest challenge on this piece was to hold the urge to 'bring out' every single track. Eventually I decided that the guitars should have clear priority over the orchestra, that should act as support for the core instruments. You'll probably think the orchestra is too quiet, but that's how it served it's purpose on my approach, being a "bed", acting as a glue for the other elements. It definitely made a huge difference when muted, so I think it worked at this level. Hope you enjoy!