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Specific moments in a film where the music lines up perfectly with visual actions or dramatic beats, for enhanced impact.

The speed at which a piece of music is played, often carefully considered to match the pacing and mood of a scene in film scoring.

An audio tool used during recording sessions, providing a consistent tempo for musicians, often used to synchronize the performance with the film.

The final audio mix of the various individual stems of a film score, including different instrumental sections, created for the final film soundtrack.

Background music in a film that accompanies the action and dialog, often enhancing the emotional and narrative impact.

The audio component of a film, including the dialog, sound effects, and music, or a separate release of the film's music suite.

Synchronization of music with the actions on screen in a literal, almost slapstick manner, akin to old cartoons.

A film score approach where music is continuously present throughout most of the film.

Melodic ideas in a film score that recur throughout the film, representing specific characters, concepts, or emotions.

A sudden and sharp accent in the music, often used to punctuate a dramatic moment or reveal in the visuals.

A filmmaking technique of editing a series of short shots into a sequence to condense time, space, or information, often accompanied by a unifying piece of music.

The process of determining where music should and should not be in a film, usually done by the composer and the director together.

Music that does not exist within the narrative world of the film; only the audience can hear it.

Music that comes from an on-screen or off-screen source, such as a radio or a band within the film's world.

A musical theme associated with a particular character, setting, or idea, used throughout a film to enhance narrative.

Music that exists within the narrative world of the film; characters can hear it.

A segment of music timed to begin and end at specific points in a film, often corresponding with specific actions or scenes.

A musical pattern or motif that is repetitively stated throughout a piece or scene, often used to build tension or momentum.

A temporary music track placed into a film during the editing stage, to guide the mood and pacing for the final score.