Family of Runaways: This is a beautiful fugue. I realize from your example that this structure is perfect for an opening theme of an OST because we get the main motif plus variations all at the beginning which sets the listener up well to recognize the theme when it will be re-introduced later. That piano part sounds so stark and distant - such a cool effect to automate the reverb! The echoey fadeout is also a nice transition into the second track.
The Forest: I get a sense of both tension and tranquility from this track which is a seemingly dichotomous pair, but somehow you did it! That clarinet sounds like a live recording. I wish I had access to both your instrument libraries and your talent for making them come to life! Same with the French horns! I am curious as to what the bass drum with all the instruments cutting out represents in your story? It seems to come at a space where my ears want a resolution to the phrase but then I don’t receive it. Definitely a cool effect if that’s what you intended!
Life in the Woods/Something in the Trees: The voice fits this soundscape so well. I love this progression you use- it sounds so uplifting. There’s that beautiful clarinet again- it seems like maybe the clarinet is representing one of the main characters?
Run: Super ominous sound that scared me! This track would instantly turn any cutscene into fear-inducing, hide-under-the-blankets moment. I don’t really want to listen to it again, but I mean that as a compliment because you definitely achieved the response you were seeking with this one!
Tragedy: The use of minor thirds and tritones gives such a strong feeling of loss. I truly feel like this belongs in a cinematic production. You certainly have the talent to produce some amazing emotion-manipulating pieces.
Runaway No Longer: This is a great return to the main motif re-energized. This one makes me realize that the clarinet is intended to be the child and the French horn is like the parent. Was that what you intended? I could feel my heartbeat speeding up with that build-up. Such an impactful climactic moment. Initially I was a little distracted by the clicking sounds from the plucked/hammered string instrument, but in this piece it reminded me of running footsteps so I think that it actually is a great addition to the overall sound.
A Mother: The return of this piano sound is so warm and welcoming following the tension built up in the preceding tracks. Ending on that major chord is such a satisfying conclusion.
Overall: Well done, my friend. This is some masterful work. I am also very impressed by the story you were able to tell not only through the music, but also in the images of the video. Your orchestral skills are something I hope to one day be able to emulate in my writing. Keep up the fantastic work. Thank you for sharing!