Soundtrack Research & Analysis
Different film trailers need different soundtracks to relate to their genre and the mood the director is trying to express. For example, action films, will generally have a fast beat and a loud soundtrack to link to the fast editing used in action films. The instruments used in the soundtracks for films and trailers can usually tell us a lot about the genre of the film. Fast and loud drums may connote an action film, a lot of snares/build ups may be a thriller or horror and a slow pace with pianos and violins may be a romance film.
For our film, we will most likely be creating a science-fiction and adventure, as this is the most favourited genre amongst our target audience. Soundtracks that are associated with these genres may contain long build ups to create tension or quick snares for suspense. Some orchestra soundtracks are often used in adventure films as they contain a multitude of instruments that keep the audience entertained during different shots in different locations.
Below are few non-copyright soundtracks that I have researched and analysis because these could potentially be used in out film trailer.
Sirius by Arc North
Sirius is a fast-paced electronic music soundtrack which links to an action and science-fiction genre. Throughout there are moments when the music if quiet and loud however the fast beat is still present. I think I will most likely not use this track because it the beat indicates an action genre whereas I’m looking for a slower paced and a more of an orchestral track to indicate a sci-fi adventure.
The Call by Mattia Cupelli
The Call by Mattia Cupelli uses starts off with a piano playing and throughout we start to hear violins and echoic bass drums. The piano keys are consistent throughout the soundtrack and along with the violin and the long lasting, echoic, drums, these make the soundtrack feel emotional. This track may suggest towards an adventure or thriller because of the use of the bass drums which add emphasis on things that may happen in a scene.
LETTING GO by Nicolai Heidlas
The piano is primarily used in LETTING GO, with the high keys acting as the beat and the low chords that play every few seconds. This combination makes the music feel sad and moving. For this reason, I will not be using this track because I will be creating a sci-fi and adventure film which needs more of an uplifting and electronic feel.
Without Limits by Ross Bugden
Starting off with calm piano chords, we are first under the impression that this is going to be a sad themed song however when the violins and drums are introduced, the soundtrack quickly changes to a happy and uplifting track. There is a fast snare midway through the track and suddenly after that point, the music suddenly becomes more energetic and joyful. I could possible use this track however the ending may be too cheerful for my film.
Parallel by Ross Bugden
Parallel is a mix between orchestra and slight electronic music. It contains bass-drums, violins and piano/percussion instruments but near the end we also hear an electronic keyboard. This soundtrack has a slightly more sad and emotional feel than an uplifting and epic feel.
Interstellar by Ross Bugden
Interstellar starts off with a slow piano then the stringed instruments stars slowly coming in. As this progresses, we start to hear drums, violins and some brass instruments being included. This orchestra music makes the soundtrack feel epic which is the sort of music that is associated with an adventure film. Nearer the end, he hear female vocals makes the sound track feel more like a sci-fi drama.
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