Hunger Games - Workshop 2

How does Music enhance the story?

First music

• It made me feel tense.

Second music

• Slow music
• It makes you feel sad

Third music

• Fast-paced music
• It sounds western

Fourth music

• Slow music
• It sounds frightening
• Use of string instruments - produce high pitch sounds.

The opening scene of the Hunger Games

• Music is used to portray a different world

Mr Taylor clip #1

• Happy
• Exciting
• Fast-paced

Mr Taylor clip #2

• Slow-paced
• Grand

Use of tempo to create an atmosphere

• Fast - Happy/energy
• Slow - sad vibe

Use of chords

• Major - Upbeat/happy vibe
• Minor - Sombre/sad vibe

Dynamics

• Louder - more energy
• Quieter - subtle, focus

Reaping day Music

• Slow tempo
• Use of dynamics
• Sad
• Use of minor chords - it makes you feel sad

Use of silence

• Makes the scene feels more real
• Draws attention

Reaping scene

• Use of silence
• Use of slow-paced, sad music during a video
• Use of sombre, quiet music