This podcast explores the techniques used to create scary music and its effect on listeners, discusses the making of a song inspired by a tragic space shuttle disaster, delves into the science behind auditory hallucinations, and includes discussions on crew compartments breaking out and an advertisement for outdoor furniture and premium podcast subscription.
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Scary music in horror movies can be created by using screechy, irregular tones resembling screams and incorporating low grumbling sounds with lots of bass.
The TV show Hannibal uses sound design and music to immerse viewers in the protagonist's perspective and evoke dread.
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Creating Scary Music for Horror Movies
Scary music in horror movies can be created in two ways: by using screechy, irregular tones that resemble screams and by incorporating low grumbling sounds with lots of bass. The screechy tones resemble sounds made by scared animals, while low frequencies can trigger fear and anxiety as they indicate something big or dangerous. By combining these elements, filmmakers can create music that is both scary and exciting for viewers.
The Sound Design of Hannibal
The TV show Hannibal uses sound design to evoke dread and place viewers inside the head of the protagonist, Will Graham. The sound effects and music contribute to the visualization and mental activity of the character, creating an immersive experience. The show's composers and sound designers experiment with creating new sounds that the audience can't place, using a variety of instruments, including acoustic elements and unusual instruments like chopsticks, Newton's cradles, and rusty sheet metal. The goal is to transport viewers into a scary and tense reality.
Song Exploder: The Commander Thinks Aloud by The Long Winters
John Roderick, the singer and songwriter of The Long Winters, created a song called The Commander Thinks Aloud about the space shuttle Columbia disaster. The song explores the emotions and experiences of the astronauts on board the shuttle during its disintegration. Roderick used piano, violins, drums, and other instruments to convey a sense of tension, with the drumming by Matt Chamberlain adding a swing and energy to the track. The goal was to communicate the emotions and experiences related to space exploration and the beauty of the mundane through music.
People who make horror movies know: if you want to scare someone, use scary music. Some of the most creative use of music and sound to evoke fear and anxiety is on the TV show Hannibal. Hrishikesh Hirway of Song … Continue reading →
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