My technique of virtual orchestration creates a living, breathing result.  I compose a complete arrangement.  Then I perform each part - line by line and voice by voice - until the entire arrangment is complete.  A typical orchestra creation may involve as many as 30-40 individual tracks.  The result is far different from any typical "synth strings" you've heard.  

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The sample libraries I use are the absolute best I've found in terms of realism and especially expression.  Without dynamics and expression, the result is flat and boring.  But a musical performance combined with these virtual instruments brings the score to life!