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Key Constellations

Interpreting Tonality in Film

Táhirih Motazedian author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:University of California Press

Published:14th Nov '23

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Key is one of the simplest building blocks of music and is among the foundational properties of a work’s musical identity—so why isn’t it a standard parameter in discussing film music? Key Constellations: Interpreting Tonality in Film is the first book to investigate film soundtracks—including original scoring, preexisting music, and sound effects—through the lens of large-scale tonality. Exploring compelling analytical examples from numerous popular films, Táhirih Motazedian shows how key and pitch analysis of film music can reveal hidden layers of narrative meaning, giving readers exciting new ways to engage with their favorite films and soundtracks.

ISBN: 9780520382152

Dimensions: 229mm x 152mm x 18mm

Weight: 408g

198 pages