Glossary

Diegetic - These are sounds that occur naturally within the scene, such as a radio in the background.


Non- Diegetic- These are sounds in which are not included within the scene naturally, and have been          added during post production.


Ambient- These sounds are used to create an atmosphere and enhance the mood.


SFX- This means special effects.


Mood- This is the emotion of the music, eg happy, sad etc.


Tone- This gives the music body and is the key that it is in.


Genre- This refers to the type of music or sound that is used.


Theme Music- This is the name given for the music that introduces


Voice Over- This is narration that is added in post production from the particular character that it is focused on.


Musical Score- Apiece of music that has been composed for the film or tv programme.


Synchronous Sound- These are sounds that go with the action that is on screen.


Asynchronous Sound- These are sounds that don't fit with the action on screen.


Contrapuntal- These sounds give a juxtaposition of what's happening on screen.


Silence- This is when no sound is used.


Selective Sound- These are used to enhance sounds. e.g a gun.


Sound Bridges- These sounds are used when the director wants to cut to the next scene. They give a more fluid cut.