Writing Music: Downton Abbey Theme
09:00Instrumental music is one of the easiest kinds of music for
me to listen to while writing because there aren’t any distracting lyrics to
break my concentration. Recently, some of my favourite instrumental pieces are
songs played on the violin. I often listen to the music of Lindsey Stirling,
who plays dubstep violin. But, when I feel like something a little calmer, I
like to listen to the music of violinist Taylor Davis. She plays covers of all
kinds of music, from popular songs to video game soundtracks. Her music is
always easy to listen to while writing.
One of my favourite pieces that Taylor Davis plays is the
Downton Abbey Theme. I don't watch the TV show, but I do enjoy listening to the
music from it. There is something refined and dignified about a lot of period
drama soundtracks. This piece feels perfect for a scene where everything is
changing for a character, such as when they learn a shocking piece of news. It
would also be good for a troubled court, or for writing in a historical
setting, hardly surprising considering the show it was composed for. This piece
speaks of elegance and refinement that is sailing through troubled times without
losing its poise.
What sort of writing
do you think this piece suits? Do you enjoy listening to the violin? What music
are you listening to this week?
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I love love this piece. It is just perfect!
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