53Setting the Mood
Hal Robertson
The table is set with wine and roses. Candles create a soft glow as the attractive couple enters for their dinner. He holds her chair for her, then, before he finds his place at the table, he selects some mood music for their dining experience. A CD slides into the player … he punches the play button, and … we hear the screaming sounds of a heavy metal guitar solo shredding through the speakers.
Now, I like a good head-bang from time to time, but it just doesn’t suit this scene. Music has the power to make or break your project and selecting the proper piece is crucial for any job you tackle. Let’s take a few minutes to consider how music sets the mood in a video and how to find just the right cut ...
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