Twenty Thousand Hertz
Shock Horror A: The origin of the dramatic “Dun, dun, duuun!”
Jul 13, 2022
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- The 'Dun Dun Dun' sound originated in stage melodramas in the late 19th century, and its tritone interval creates tension and unease in listeners.
- The 'Dun Dun Dun' sound developed from a genuinely shocking and exciting sound effect in radio dramas to a comedic parody and cliché in movies like Young Frankenstein.
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The Origin and Mystery of the Dun Dun Dun
The podcast explores the origins and significance of the iconic sound effect known as the 'Dun Dun Dun.' The host speaks to experts and delves into the history of this sound, used to punctuate dramatic moments in cartoons, movies, and musicals. While the exact origin of the sound remains elusive, it is speculated to have originated in stage melodramas in the late 19th century. The sound, characterized by the tritone interval, is known to create tension and unease in the listener. Over time, the sound has become a parody and a cliché, being used in various comedic and suspenseful contexts.
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