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Routledge Music and Sound in Silent Film - Film History Book

Name: Routledge Music and Sound in Silent Film - Film History Book
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the rich auditory history of early cinema with Music and Sound in Silent Film. Part of the Routledge Music and Screen Media Series, this book challenges the idea that silent films were truly silent. It examines the diverse range of sound elements used during this era, from mechanical instruments and live performers to audience sing-alongs. Through 12 chapters, readers learn about the various roles music played as the concept of cinema evolved. The text provides a global perspective, drawing examples from different parts of the world and throughout the history of the silent film format. This includes analysis of both the classic silent era and later uses of the silent format in film history. This book is a valuable resource for students, historians, and film enthusiasts looking to understand how sound shaped the cinematic experience. It offers a clear look at how audio elements functioned within the rapidly changing context of early film development.

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Covers the history of sound in cinema from the Nickelodeon era to The Artist.

Includes 12 chapters exploring the many functions of music in early film.

Provides global examples of sound usage across different film histories.

Examines both the classic silent era and later uses of the silent format.

Part of the professional Routledge Music and Screen Media Series.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1138245348
Category: Books > Subjects > Arts & Photography > Film > History & Criticism
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 21 December 2018
Listed Since: 30 August 2016

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