What does Volume refer to in audio codes?
How loud or soft a sound is
Loud = excitement or danger. Soft = calm or closeness.
What is the effect of Audibility on the audience?
Helps important sounds stand out; quiet sounds create tension
It refers to how easily a sound can be heard.
Define Modulation (voice) in audio conventions.
Changing loudness or tone while speaking
Shows emotion; keeps listeners interested.
What does Pitch indicate in audio codes?
How high or low a sound is
High pitch = tension or energy. Low pitch = seriousness or power.
What is the Tone of a sound?
The quality or ‘feeling’ of a sound
Helps set the mood (warm, sharp, harsh, smooth).
What is the purpose of a Pause in speaking?
Creates suspense; draws attention to important ideas
A short break in speaking or sound.
What does Silence signify in audio conventions?
No sound at all
Builds tension, highlights moments, creates impact.
What is meant by Projection (voice)?
How far a voice carries so it can be heard
Helps the audience understand clearly.
Define Articulation (voice).
Speaking clearly
Makes words and meaning easy to follow.
What does Timbre refer to?
The unique ‘colour’ or quality of a sound
Helps identify characters, objects, or moods.
What is the role of Intonation and Stress (voice)?
Rise/fall of voice and emphasising words
Shows feelings; highlights important words.
What are Rhythm / Rhythm Patterns?
Patterns of beats or sounds
Fast rhythm = excitement. Slow rhythm = calm or sadness.
What does Pace refer to in audio?
The speed of speech or sound
Fast = energy or urgency. Slow = seriousness or calm.
What is Phrasing in audio conventions?
Breaking speech or music into parts
Helps the audience understand meaning more easily.
What is a Major Key in music?
A bright or cheerful musical key
Creates happy or positive mood.
What does a Minor Key indicate?
A darker or sadder musical key
Creates tense, sad, or serious mood.
Define Harmony in audio.
Sounds that blend well together
Feels pleasant or peaceful.
What is Discord in audio terms?
Sounds that clash
Feels tense, uncomfortable, or dramatic.
What is a Motif / Musical Phrase?
A short musical idea that repeats
Helps the audience recognise characters or themes.
What does it mean when Music Increasing in Volume, Pace, and Timbre occurs?
When music gradually gets louder, faster, or changes in sound quality
Builds excitement or tension; signals something important or dramatic is about to happen.
