The Secrets of Theme Park Music and Sound Design

[@GJF118]

The same holds true aboard ships of the Disney Cruise Line. I just spent 5 days on the Disney Wish... there is background music almost wherever you go on the ship providing the same assistance to the theming all around.

[@StorybookAmusement]

Interesting! I have yet to experience that, but I love that attention to detail.

[@vectorwolf]

There's a podcast out there called Window to the Magic. I highly recommend it; it's basically just a guy wandering around one park or another with a binaural mic on, but if i need background for doing work, I can't recommend it enough. It's so relaxing and positive emotion inducing, without distraction of commentary.

[@StorybookAmusement]

That sounds wonderful! Thanks for the recommendation.

[@crabsaw213]

Such an underrated topic in theme parks that plays such a HUGE role in the atmosphere of lands & rides, and just makes the entire park so much more memorable. You do such a great job of giving these topics a great insight. Awesome video as always!!

[@StorybookAmusement]

Absolutely! Thank you for watching

[@marcussheen]

Great idea for a compelling series. The sound design at Islands of Adventure is a masterclass, so happy you talked about my favourite elements, particularly the transition between Seuss Landing and Lost Continent. It's one aspect I'm excited about for Epic Universe. While we can guess the music in each land, will be interesting to see how Celestial Park ties it all together.

[@StorybookAmusement]

Oooh yes I'm really looking forward to the original music we'll hear at Epic Universe!

[@phillinsogood]

yes I love hearing theme park sounds especially the screams of guest on the attractions

[@scottin360]

The writing is next level in this video! The descriptions about each song and musical component were spot on. Really well done, Matt! 😊

[@StorybookAmusement]

I appreciate that!

[@MsDisneylandlover]

Theme park music is the best #DisneyDiva ❤ You have a nice speaking voice. Rip Sherman Brothers and Walt❤.

[@kperson498]

Man the quality of your videos are insane. keep it up

[@StorybookAmusement]

I appreciate it!

[@AdventuresWithParker]

Absolutely loved this, and can’t wait to see more instalments of the series (even if you failed to include any references to Taylor Swift 🤪). Music really does make such a big difference at the parks though. It’s always one of the first things I notice, especially at smaller independent and regional parks where you’d least expect it.

[@StorybookAmusement]

Very true! There aren't as many examples in smaller parks, but the quality can be just as phenomenal.

[@NickMatzkeMusic]

Great work as always my friend!!!

[@StorybookAmusement]

Thank you!

[@MikeFromTheParty]

Great analysis! Very excited for the rest of the series 😊

[@StorybookAmusement]

Thanks a bunch!

[@MsDisneylandlover]

Mansion is my favorite ride ❤❤❤❤.

[@JamFMc2011]

Love your voice **having watched the video, great insight, editing and proffessionalism

[@StorybookAmusement]

Ah well thank you kindly! And have a happy new year!

[@eliahmarx]

This is a great video! Really interesting and inspiring, congrats !

[@StorybookAmusement]

Why thank you!

[@WorldofThrills]

Oh wow this was awesome! I especially loved all the accompanying keyboard parts helping to explain the different moods of music 🎶 My favourite soundtrack at the moment is the welcome music to Efteling. Something so heroic yet so delicate about it. Can’t wait for part 2!

[@StorybookAmusement]

Oh thank you! Ahh I wish I could hear that in person someday! Can’t wait for your video (cinematic experience) about that! :)

[@KookyTrailsOfficial]

One of the most important details to include in a park. Its what brings the magic and immersion to a full slate.

[@StorybookAmusement]

Absolutely! It's like adding color to art. Thanks for tuning in!

[@MsDisneylandlover]

I will be seeing Disneyland in October 2024. I love the person who those voice on the river boat and train.

[@MsDisneylandlover]

Space Mountain music is awesome ❤❤❤❤❤. I just don't think I can ride anymore last my now 40 yr old body can't handle it and I was 39 at that time. N yes Soaring was is beautiful ❤❤❤❤.

[@StorybookAmusement]

Thanks for all the kind comments! But Space Mountain is no joke. 😅

[@sildjax]

Nice video! Can you make a video about the nickelodeon on sunset studio in Hollywood?

[@StorybookAmusement]

That's an interesting suggestion! Thank you. I will definitely look into it.

[@sildjax]

@@StorybookAmusement Thank you so much!

[@StorybookAmusement]

Happy new year! What’s your favorite theme park song?

[@bitterspirit4845]

Islands of Adventure’s theme going to the front entrance is so relaxing and magical

[@ivanalpha80]

Grim Grinning Ghosts!

[@StorybookAmusement]

@@bitterspirit4845 Port of Entry has absolutely perfect music

[@StorybookAmusement]

@@ivanalpha80 Such a classic!

[@birdflox1337]

I can't really travel far for theme parks so I usually just come back to the Efteling a lot, and the song for "De Vliegende Hollander" at the final area in the queue is so memorable and pretty.

[@MsDisneylandlover]

Hurry Back!!!!!!!!

[@rubix1979]

bro i had to listen to this at 1.5x speed ngl

[@StorybookAmusement]

Fair, my bad