For music selectors, world-builders and escapers
SoundStory is a library of hand-picked mixes and playlists that are inspired by film and TV. It is a space to re-experience stories through music.
Building a mix or playlist
Arranging tracks together to create a mix or playlist is a form of storytelling. You get to construct and build a world for the listener. You control the pace of the story and decide the beginning, middle and end.
Be clever with your selections. Select tracks that are not part of the official soundtrack, but ones that resonate with key parts of the plot, characters or themes.
Think about the genre, speed and key of the track. These contribute to setting the scene and composing the story how you want.
Mixes
- Track selections should be relevant to the film or TV show themes.
- 30 minutes or 2 hours, it's your choice how long the mix is.
Playlists
- Think about how you might structure the playlist. Be intentional with the track positions to bring the story to life.
- Keep your playlist to a maximum of 20 songs.
Remember, curating a playlist or mix is a creative process and it's important to always have fun and experiment with different tracks and styles.
Happy mixing and playlist-ing 🤘
8 steps for creating your next mix or playlist
Check out the key factors to consider when selecting and curating tracks to depict the story of a film or tv series.
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Themes and Moods
Consider the main themes and moods of the film or television series and how the tracks you select can reflect or complement them.
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If the story is dark and intense, you might want to include tracks that are similarly dark and intense in tone.
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Narrative
Think about how the songs you select can contribute to the narrative of the film or television series.
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You might want to include songs that reflect a character's inner turmoil, or that capture the feeling of a climactic battle.
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Variety
Make sure to include a variety of songs with different styles and sounds, to keep the playlist interesting and engaging.
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Emotion
Think about how the songs evoke emotions and how they can help to emphasize the emotional journey of the characters, the story's arc, or the atmosphere of the film or television series.
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Soundtrack
Consider the existing soundtrack of the film or television series, and how the songs you select can complement or contrast with it.
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Research
Research the film or television series, the characters, the story's arc, and the themes and motifs to get a better understanding of what kind of music would best fit the story.
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Test
Once you have a curated a playlist or a mix, listen to it and see if it tells the story in the way you want, and if it evokes the emotions you want to evoke. Make adjustments if necessary.
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Share
Share your playlist or mix with others, and get feedback to see if it resonates with them, and if it effectively tells the story.