Sound Design Resource Notes 2 Sound Design Resource Notes 2 December 8, 2021 josiephilli Comments 0 Comment Utilize use of strings for tensionLayering, discordant strings make a peaceful sign tenseJarring strings can mimic a fast-beating heartCombine music with natural sounds in the scene to connect with the audienceRaise the tempo to raise the heart rateFast-tempo song over a seemingly insignificant scene clues audience in that something is wrongAudience heartbeat subconsciously rises with the music’s tempoUtilize crescendo to turn tension into revulsionUnrelenting crescendo never lets the audience relaxUse of uncommon instruments like the theremin create an unearthly feeling