For Project 2 I decided to do something new and experiment with a new type of recording technique, that technique being, Binaural recording. The main idea of my project is to create a binaural sound experience that incorporates both the binaural recording as well as more contemporary recording techniques. The end goal is to have created a binaural soundscape of an area around the castle/cathedral in Lincoln that incorporates a narrative or story around the ghost stories associated with that area of Lincoln. I want this to be an immersive and somewhat scary experience so I will be exploring how I can achieve that with my research and will blend in certain horror tropes such as creepy music and jump scares.
My Project Aims:
By the end of this project:
- I will have created a sound experience that incorporates aspects of binaural recording, contemporary recording and narration/storytelling.
- I will have looked into the production techniques that are necessary when recording with binaural microphones.
- I will look into the history of Lincoln City and the ghost stories associated with the area around the cathedral and castle to create a narrative.
- I will look into how radio dramas are created to try and incorporate similar aspects into my project.
- I will look into how I can get my sound experience heard by people by looking in to where this type of media is generally consumed or put on display.
My Project Outcomes:
- I will have learnt how to record binaurally and learnt the production techniques that others use and incorporate them into my project. (LO1)
- I will have learnt how radio dramas are created and how they go about telling a story with sound only. (LO2)
- I will have learnt about how to create an immersive horror experience that has an effect on the listener. (LO3)
- I will have learnt about how sound art/sound experiences are presented to people and where my piece can be presented. (LO4)
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