Lesson 06: Sounds

Lesson 06: Sounds

Recap of lesson on "Sounds"

MWE
09/10/12

Sounds

 

In media in all production film or TV Dramas, there will always be sounds. They're vital as they help create an atmosphere for the audience. Here are the following key terms used in Media Studies when referring to them.

Diegetic Sound – These are sounds that are present in the fictional word. It is designed to be heard by the characters.

Non-diegetic Sound – Sounds which are in the product but cannot be heard by the characters (however this is an exception for a narration by a character within the story – referred to as an internal monologue and is diegetic).

Score – Theme music designed for that specific film or show. Often indicates high budget productions

Sound Effects – Sounds which are added in during editing.

Synchronous –Music which suits the action presented at the screen.

A-synchronous –Music which is used where it classes the scene at hand often creates an unsettling effect on the audience.

Sound Bridge –Sounds which are used to link one scenario to another. E.g. Passing train

A "soundtrack" is a collection of all the sounds used in any production.