Sixth Day: Music Adding

February 26 / 2024

Our desired ambiance and theme revolve around an eerie mood, achieved through carefully selected music. We aim to ensure our audience understands the tone we're striving for. Picture a menacing melody creeping into the scene as the camera pans across a dimly lit home, its sinister notes resonating through the screen. This music serves as a precursor to the impending suspense in our opening scene, featuring discordant violins and menacing percussion, readily available on YouTube. As the villain emerges, each crescendo heightens the suspense, leaving the audience feeling uneasy and on edge. The abrupt bursts of discordance peppered throughout the soundtrack reflect the unpredictable nature of the story to come. Some viewers may find it unsettling, as it hints at the impending danger lurking in the shadows, sending chills down their spines. The intensity of the soundtrack increases as the scene unfolds, drawing the audience deeper into the mystery. Distant cries and haunting murmurs add to the sense of imminent peril, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats. The music's unpleasant harmonics further amplify the feeling of unease, making the audience audibly experience growing anxiety with each note. The relentless pace of the music accentuates the main character's race against time, heightening the stakes of her perilous mission. Amidst the chaos, a solitary note offers a fleeting moment of hope. This blog aims to shed light on the deliberate use of music to evoke specific emotions and engage the audience. Rest assured, all music featured in our opening scene is copyright-free and sourced from YouTube at no cost.




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