Composing music for a film.
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Key Info
- Title: Composing music for a film.
- Duration: 03:40
- Long description: The clip begins with a clip of a dramatic murder scene with accompanying soundtrack. The composer explains how she is initially playing with ideas at the piano until something sticks. She provides a commentary on how the music she writes changes to support the film action. Initially there is a busy, aggressive start. A contrasting section follows. Something slower and sinister to support the slower camera movement. Appropriate harmonies are chosen to support this change in mood.
- Keywords: Rhythm, mood, film, composition, harmony
Ideas for use in class
- Useful in composition for film and changing moods.
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Background details
- Clip language : English
- Aspect ratio : 4x3
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