In the ever-evolving landscapes of education for the era of digital-streaming-and-all-in-between with music, sound design, and current audio evolutions, here are some pieces featuring sound pioneer Thomas Dolby and his current work and perspectives on sound in media — a program at the Peabody Institute and an interview with Mr. Dolby talking about this work and his synth adventures.
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Wishing everyone some solid fresh tones in this world with the New Year. Here’s to 2021!
In the meantime, here’s a nice piece on room tone with a neat video, a holiday gift from the folks at Criterion. Cheers!

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In the “year without a (real) Halloween,” what more appropriate news could be posted than this “in case you haven’t heard” piece: Henry Selick is director for Wendell and Wild in collaboration with Jordan Peele and Keegan Michael Key, along with composer Bruno Coulais (who scored Selick’s classic Coraline). Let’s keep hoping for a release date that’s not too far off: we need this one!
Earlier this year, Selick received a highly deserved Winsor McKay award from the International Animated Film Society. Check out this link which features Selick’s induction with a moving introduction from animator Jorge Gutierrez.
Posted in Animation, Chapter 5, Directors | Tagged Bruno Coulais, Henry Selick, Jordan Peele, Jorge Gutierrez, Keegan Michael Key, Wendell and Wild, Winsor McKay Award | Leave a Comment »