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“I'm interested in finding sounds and ideas that help bring the audience into the world that we [moviemakes] are all trying to create. Sometimes that's with synthesizers, and sometimes that's with French horns. I love using all of them, depending on the scenario.” quote by Joseph Trapanese
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“I'm interested in finding sounds and ideas that help bring the audience into the world that we [moviemakes] are all trying to create. Sometimes that's with synthesizers, and sometimes that's with French horns. I love using all of them, depending on the scenario.”

Joseph Trapanese

About This Quote

Source Interview: Sound Design for "The Last of Us Part II", 2020

Using varied instruments like synthesizers and French horns shapes immersive worlds, choosing sounds based on narrative needs.

In simple terms: Choosing sounds based on narrative needs.

Key Takeaway

Select instruments to match story mood.

Themes

sound design storytelling creativity

Mood

creative analytical

Type

inspirational practical

When to use this quote

  • film scoring
  • video games
  • theatre
  • advertising

Key Concepts

audio engineering film theory instrumentation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What emotions do you want your audience to feel?
  • How does instrument choice affect storytelling?
A Different Perspective

Technical limits may restrict ideal sounds.

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