Film music

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Melody

  • Use of leitmotif (tune linked to a character)

  • Use of ostinato for suspense

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Tonality

Use of tonality (major or minor)

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Harmony

  • Use of harmony (discords or diminished chords) for effect

  • Use of pedal for suspense

  • Use of discords for scary effects (Psyco)

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Dynamics

  • Loud music makes the effect dramatic

  • Sudden drop in dynamics-sense of surprise/anticipation

  • Use crescendo

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Rhythm and metre

  • Repetitive rhythms build up (sense of)expectation

  • Use of syncopation

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Timbre

  • Use of electronic and orchestral sounds

  • Use of celesta for magical effects (Harry Potter)