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What are the characteristic music placements in film and TV?

  • Establishing scene
  • End credits
  • Performance scene
  • Montage
  • Dialogue scene
  • All of the above (correct)

What song is associated with the performance scene in 'The Jazz Singer'?

Toot Toot Tootsie

What film features a breakfast table montage that signifies the passage of time?

Citizen Kane

What song is performed during the action scene 'Factory Massacre' in 'Nobody'?

<p>You'll Never Walk Alone</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of 'Hurries' music in films?

<p>To create excitement and momentum in chase/action scenes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What describes the love scene of Tony and Maria's first meeting in 'West Side Story'?

<p>Lively dance music fades into the background.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What years did The Picture Palace operate?

<p>1915 - 1929</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the original cost to build the Roxy Theatre?

<p>$12 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was Samuel L. 'Roxy' Rutherford?

<p>A theatre manager and businessman.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Mighty Wurlitzer is an example of a __________.

<p>unit orchestra</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did cue sheets provide to film studios?

<p>List of suggestions/compositions with their placements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the photoplay industry?

<p>It created demand for music compilations for films.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Characteristic Music Placements

  • Establishes the setting for scenes, enhancing storytelling through sound.
  • End credits historically feature bright foxtrot tempos, marking the conclusion of films with an upbeat tone.
  • On-screen diegetic music enriches performance scenes, making them more immersive.
  • Montage sequences utilize music to connect disparate scenes, creating a cohesive aural experience.
  • Dialogue scenes began incorporating music in the 1930s at emotional peaks, previously avoided in early films.
  • Music intensifies action scenes, heightening suspense and excitement.
  • Love scenes convey emotions without dialogue, often featuring strings or other instruments.

"Toot Toot Tootsie"

  • Featured in 'The Jazz Singer' performed by Jack Robin in a key performance scene.

Breakfast Table Montage

  • In 'Citizen Kane,' this sequence showcases the deterioration of Kane and Emily's marriage over several years through set design and visual cues.

So in Love Montage

  • Presented in Cole Porter's 'De-Lovely,' it contrasts past and present, illustrating evolving emotions.

Factory Massacre Scene

  • In 'Nobody,' the action scene features "You'll Never Walk Alone" by Gerry and the Peacemakers, which juxtaposes violence with a poignant musical backdrop.

Hurries

  • Found in chase/action sequences, “hurry music” like that in "Mad Max: Fury Road" conveys excitement and urgency.

Tony and Maria Love Scene

  • In 'West Side Story,' music transitions from lively dance to a softer tone, reflecting the characters' emotional connection.

The Picture Palace Era

  • 1915-1929 saw theaters adapted from vaudeville, boasting opulent designs and elaborate programs consisting of live performances and films.
  • Noteworthy for combining film screenings with ballet, newsreels, and live music, creating an event-like atmosphere.

Roxy Theatre

  • Established by Samuel L. "Roxy" Rutherford in NYC, costing $12 million; this iconic venue had 5,920 seats and featured extensive musical programming.
  • Programs included elaborate routines, newsreels, and live entertainment, complemented by a 110-piece symphony orchestra.

Samuel L. "Roxy" Rutherford

  • A prominent theater manager known for creating immersive experiences that distracted audiences from the film itself.
  • Emphasized top-notch atmosphere and music quality, deeming them crucial for enhancing lesser films.

Mighty Wurlitzer

  • Described as a "unit orchestra," this large organ imitated a full orchestra's sound effects and was a hallmark of the picture palace era.
  • Hydraulic lifts added dramatic flair, enhancing audience engagement.

Photoplay Industry

  • Spurred the creation of music compilations and catalogs of both new and classic pieces tailored for film scoring.
  • "Encyclopedia of Music for Pictures," published in 1925 by Erno Rapee, categorized mood tones with multiple musical options.

Cue Sheets

  • Provided with films, cue sheets contained suggestions for musical compositions and their optimal placements throughout the movie.

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