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White_Roses

Personally, I can't concentrate if it's too quiet. However, the nonsensical hubub of general talking (i.e. in class, or having the t.v. on) makes things worse. I need something. I need to have some kind of followable rhythm and regularity. Classical/instrumental music, like soundscapes, works best for me. Particularly violin. 'Course, I am partial to violin.

Anybody else like that?
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Argos · Posted: Fri, 16 Jun 2006 6:54 pm Post subject:

I'm like that. At least almost.

I often start by listening to one song while browsing on the 'Net for writing prompts. One catches my eye--if I don't have the right music, I'll switch. Like if I'm writing something peaceful or contemplative or hard-thinking, I need some soundscapes.

Though I don't pick soundscapes by instrument. More like the whole 'music.' Like I usually need a rhythm: "Earth" from the Gladiator soundtrack is wonderful. It's slow, graceful, and has a solid rhythm. It keeps me going.
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Rose Immortal · Posted: Sat, 17 Jun 2006 9:55 pm Post subject:

I NEED music! Especially in the idea-germination stage, a good piece of music can help me hold that fleeting imagery in my head when I'm trying to figure out what the story is and where it takes place.

After that it's not QUITE as necessary, but extremely helpful. It can be almost any genre all the way from classical to metal as long as it suits my mood! (Country and rap not permitted.)
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White_Roses · Posted: Sun, 18 Jun 2006 8:41 am Post subject:

Rose Immortal · Posted: Sun, 18 Jun 2006 4:49 pm Post subject:

White_Roses · Posted: Mon, 19 Jun 2006 9:31 am Post subject:

Ah. I guess that makes sense.
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vinesqueen · Posted: Mon, 07 Dec 2009 6:44 pm Post subject:

This last November I discovered that I write the fastest to Surf instramentals. I mean, I love surf guitar, and I was going to say I write best to it, but I desided that remained to be seen.

when I started listening to surf for writing, I had days where I was writing five to seven thousand consistantly, with one nine thousand day for good measure. I found a really good surf music podcast at [url]http://www.garagepunk.com/ [/url][/url]
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Kayara · Large Cat Joined: 28 Nov 2004 Posts: 431

Hmmm... "I need music!" is the correct answer much of the time, but other times if I'm really in the zone, I can write quite well to silence. I think the music is helpful to get me started and in the zone - after that, if it fades out I'll often keep writing in silence, sometimes not even notice.

I also have some stories and some characters with theme songs. For those, it helps quite a lot to actually be listening to the theme songs as I'm working on them. :)
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