#55: The Art of Cinematic Sound
What a treat to chat about the art of cinema sound with two A-List experts. We explore what it is, where it came from, who were the pioneers, why it is so important, and how to get the best cinematic sound in your home. Bobette Buster is a master storyteller, TED talker, Author of How to tell your story so the world listens; Writer and Producer of the superb film Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound; and she holds senior educational roles at Tufts University, Northeastern University and University of Southern California. Søren Majlund is the Senior Director of Sales for Strategic Partnerships and Biz Dev EMEA at HARMAN, historic sound equipment collector, secret sound museum curator and a big-time lover of great audio 🙂
The art of cinematic sound has been driving the latest innovations in #audio #technology for almost 100 years. But in the aftermath of the global pandemic and with the rise of video streaming giants such as #Netflix, more and more people are enjoying epic cinematic masterpieces at home. How can they enjoy epic cinema sound at home as well?
In the new episode of the AudioTalks podcast, host Oisin Lunny talks to acclaimed #Hollywood producer and author of “Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound” Bobette Buster and HARMAN’s Søren Majlund about the art and tech of cinematic sound – what it is, why it matters and how to get it in your home.
Audio Talks
A podcast on all things audio presented to you by HARMAN and our family of audio brands including JBL, Harman Kardon and AKG. Host Oisin Lunny, music journalist and audio enthusiast, will interview expert guests, legends of the music industry, and audio scientists to discuss the power of music and audio in all its facets.
About Bobette Buster
Bobette Buster is an acclaimed lecturer, award-winning producer and author, whose workshops are sought after by top media companies and corporations alike, from Disney/Pixar, Sony and BBC to Google and SoulCycle. Her groundbreaking philosophy and process give people the ability to uncover and tell their own stories, often with the result of creating connection and community. Her unique ability to crack into the heart of story has been transforming the way individuals, entrepreneurs and companies tell their own stories for well over two decades.
Bobette is also a professor who has taught at USC School of Cinematic Arts, the Guest Faculties of international universities and now Northeastern University where she is Professor of the Practice of Digital Storytelling.
About HARMAN
HARMAN engineers solutions to enhance life’s experiences, simplifying the way people interact with technology and connecting them to the world around them.
HARMAN designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and connected services. Our talented workforce and innovation strength create value for our stakeholders by enabling rich experiences through the connected car, connected enterprise and connected lifestyle.
Audiophiles from every generation call on HARMAN to deliver the best in sound in the studio and on the stage, at home and on the go. HARMAN’s portfolio of legendary audio brands includes AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson®and Revel®. More than 50 million vehicles on the road today enjoy an enhanced driving experience, thanks to HARMAN audio and infotainment. We extend the same spirit of innovation to the world’s leading performance and sporting venues, providing everyone with the best seats in the house.
Seizing the rich opportunities of today’s global markets requires more than legendary sound. HARMAN has reshaped our organization and cost structure to make the Company more agile in a changing world and addressed the rising importance of highly integrated, software-rich products and services. Most importantly, our track record of innovation, which has distinguished HARMAN and its premium audio and infotainment brands for more than 60 years, continues.
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