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How Does a Film Score Tell a Story? 5 Things to Listen For

How do film scores tell stories beyond the image? Explore five revealing choices in Jaws, Vertigo, E.T. and more, with books for a deeper listen.
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What Is a Libretto? A Guide to Reading Musicals

What Is a Libretto? A Guide to Reading Musicals

A libretto is the written text of a musical: the dialogue, song lyrics and stage directions that carry the story. It lets you follow the whole show on the page,...
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