Soundtrack facts for kids
A soundtrack is the music, songs, and sounds you hear in a movie, TV show, or video game. It's carefully put together to match what's happening on screen. Think of it as the sound story that goes along with the visual story. Sometimes, you can even buy a soundtrack album with all the cool music from your favorite film or show! The word "soundtrack" can also mean the part of a film strip where the sound is recorded.
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The History of Soundtracks
Early Days of Movies
When the very first movies were shown in 1896, they didn't have sound. People called them "silent films." But they weren't completely quiet! A musician, often a pianist or an orchestra, would play live music during the movie. This music helped tell the story.
The music would change to show different feelings. It could be dramatic, happy, or scary. Different types of characters, like heroes or villains, even had their own special music. This helped the audience understand what was happening without anyone speaking.
Movies Get a Voice
For many years, filmmakers tried to add sound directly to the movie film. Finally, in 1927, they figured out how to do it! This was a huge step for movies.
The movie The Jazz Singer was one of the first films where audiences could hear the actors speak and sing. Imagine how exciting it was to hear Al Jolson perform right from the screen! This invention changed movies forever, making them much more immersive and exciting.
Images for kids
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A 16 mm film showing a "variable area" sound track on the right side.
See also
In Spanish: Banda sonora para niños
