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Key Constellations: Interpreting Tonality in Film
Key is one of the simplest building blocks of music and is among the foundational properties of a work’s musical identity—so why isn’t it a standard parameter in discussing film music? Key Interpreting Tonality in Film is the first book to investigate film soundtracks—including original scoring, preexisting music, and sound effects—through the lens of large-scale tonality. Exploring compelling analytical examples from numerous popular films, Táhirih Motazedian shows how key and pitch analysis of film music can reveal hidden layers of narrative meaning, giving readers exciting new ways to engage with their favorite films and soundtracks.
316 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 17, 2023
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December 14, 2024
Yeah, this book rocks. An extremely practical, systematic, and inductive approach to understanding tonal design in film with a wide variety of case studies. Organized, clearly written, and dare I say, accessible, especially for an academic publication. Recommend to anyone interested in learning more about film and music theory, whether at the professional level or just for fun.
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