Music plays a vital role in almost every film. When we think about movies like Rocky or Mission Impossible, one of the first things that comes to mind is their iconic theme song. As soon as the opening credits roll and the music starts to play, the scene is instantly set, and we end up associating the song with the movie every time we hear it. Film scores have evolved into an art form in their own right, and soundtrack tribute concerts that celebrate their importance in the movie world are now more popular than ever.
Candlelight in Indianapolis is embracing this growing popularity with performances featuring iconic horror movie soundtracks, compositions by renowned maestros like Joe Hisaishi, and evocative melodies from the hit series Bridgerton.
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Invite your friends or family to an unforgettable Candlelight concert enchanted by the magic of cinema and the best soundtracks. Not only will you have gained a new perspective on some of your favorite TV shows and films, but you’ll have the chance to sit inside some of Indianapolis’ most gorgeous settings, including The Cyrus Place and St Paul’s Episcopal Church.
Some movies work really well with music from Bach or Mahler that existed long before the film, so music has its own autonomy. – Ennio Morricone
How do great soundtracks help storytelling in film?
Rhythm and Pacing
When editing a movie, one of the best ways to maintain the pace is by adding music to the scene. If we look at Baby Driver, we can see how director Edgar Wright cuts between shots during high-speed chases to align with the high-tempo soundtrack. In the opening scene, as soon as the driver puts his foot on the gas, the tempo of the song increases drastically to match the speed at which the car is going.
Character Emotion
Dealing with themes such as injustice and oppression, The Shawshank Redemption takes audiences on a roller coaster of emotions, and the movie’s soundtrack reflects exactly how the characters on screen must be feeling. For example, after the wrongly convicted protagonist Andy Dufresne finally escapes from prison through a sewage pipe, he emerges from a river as the rain pours down on him. The sounds of an orchestra gradually build before he holds his arms to the sky, which is when the music peaks to a crescendo, reflecting the character’s sense of complete freedom.
A Fun Film Score Fact
In 2015, Sam Smith co-wrote and sang “Writing’s on the Wall” for Spectre, the 24th movie in the James Bond franchise. Although the song won the star an Oscar in 2016, they’ve since confessed that they don’t particularly enjoy singing the song live, as it requires them to reach an extremely high note.