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Thứ Hai, 28 tháng 4, 2014

The Science Behind Science Fiction Music

By Essie Osborn


Whether creating, acting in, or watching a movie, play or television show, the soundtrack is always an important and integral part of the process. Generally, science fiction music is often instrumental with some using live orchestras and sound effects either on stage or during the filming process. One of the key factors is that all sound associated with a production flow with the characters, plot and story.

Science fiction has always been a popular genre with regards to film, television and theater. This has been the case since the inception of theatrical arts, movie houses and television. Much of which has often been recorded live during the filming process when it comes to blockbusters such as the recent "Gravity, " or involve musicians playing live on stage. "Star Trek" is probably the best example of a television show which uses a great deal of recorded music as background sound.

A lot of past science fiction has used live orchestras whether on stage or as part of a larger soundtrack. A good example of robotic sound design would be the recent blockbuster "Gravity, " directed by George Clooney. One of the most important elements is that the sound provide a backdrop which the audience enjoys. Otherwise, the audience can often get bored and lose interest in both the content of the story as well as the soundtrack.

While there are differences, it is not whether a soundtrack is live or recorded that makes the biggest difference when it comes to success. Rather, it is that the soundtrack provide a backdrop which the audience enjoys and that creates the right emotional reaction. A good soundtrack provides this realty by including a number of highs and lows. These highs and lows often create a response which equates the the fantasy, mysticism and suspense found in the entire spectrum referred to as science fiction.

Creating sound design with distinct highs and lows is one of the most important elements of creating a soundtrack for a science fiction audience. Soundtracks that move the audience not only sell more movie tickets through good reviews but often more soundtrack recordings. Besides, a film, play or television show is not nearly as suspenseful unless there is a build up and reduction of energy throughout the story.

Musical artists and song titles are an important aspect of any production. Regardless of size of a theatrical production whether film, play or television show, it is important to use well known song titles and artists. This is because many audiences are drawn as much by the artists and song titles in a production as by the actors, producers, directors and previews.

When creating a soundtrack, the sound design engineer often has a great deal of freedom. There are numerous options when it comes to creating the music for a production. These include, locating songs and sound effects in the public domain, creating new material or using existing recordings on stage or during the filming process.

Regardless, it is important that any music or sound effects flow with the story line. It is also important that the designer use a number of different highs and lows to keep the audience in suspense and relaxed at the right moments during a production. After which, often creates the reality in which there are either as many soundtracks sold as movie tickets.




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