Does Music Really Effect your Writing?

Hey guys! So I have had the coolest idea for a post, inspired by the lovely blog Imogen Elvis you should TOTALLY go check her blog out!

 Also, in acting class we played a game where my teacher would play a certain song and my group would have to create a pantomime skit based off of how the song makes us feel. which has allot to do with this experiment!

 Anyways, THANK YOU Imogen Elvis for giving me this idea!

What is this Experiment About?

Does the style of music you listen to effect your writing? What did you end up writing about for each song?

Materials Needed!

Pen/pencil

Paper

Something to play music

Some assorted songs!

If you don't have very many songs you can use this playlist from Imogen Elvis's Post!

My Hypothesis!

I believe that the paragraphs I write will be based upon how the song made me feel!

Procedure

1. First we must choose some songs that have different beats, rhythms, and melody's. Preferably NOT with lyrics!!

I've decided to create a list of 3 I'm going to use! Some of these are not in this playlist! You can use these or make your own!

1. Spiegel im Spiegel by Arvo Part

2. Wedding Vows - Romeo and Juliet 2013 soundtrack

3. Pirates of the Caribbean - Soundtrack 03 The Black Pearl

Remember you just need to write a small paragraph, nothing fancy! I just wrote until I ran out of inspiration! I also what I typed up here is exactly what I wrote down, so I am sorry if they are not the best paragraphs, but you should get the idea!

Results! 

1. Spiegel Im Spiegel

WHEN YOU READ THIS PLAY THE MUSIC IN THE BACKDROP.

LISTEN TO THE MUSIC WHILE YOU READ/WRITE!! 

Here is what I wrote:

I sat in my room, longingly staring out the window. Rain rippled down the glass like teardrops. There were all the other kids in the neighborhood, splashing in the rain without a care in the world. Why couldn't I be like them? I heard my parents screaming and yelling in the other room. Why me? It's all my fault that they fight. I wish I was normal. I don't deserve them. They've given me everything and I've done nothing for them in return. I knew there was only one thing I could do. I grabbed my knapsack of keepsakes and climbed onto the sturdy, old willow, outside my window. My parents would be upset of course, but at least they wouldn't have something to fight about. That's why I'm here. I ran away, laugh at me if you want, but I'm not who everyone wants me to be, no one could ever love me. So why inflict pain upon those you love, when you can bury it inside of you, and save them the heartache.

2. Wedding Vows - Romeo and Juliet 2013 soundtrack

LISTEN TO THE MUSIC WHILE YOU READ/WRITE! 

LISTEN TO THE MUSIC WHILE YOU READ/WRITE!

What I wrote:

I stepped into the meadow. The world around me was glistening in a way I'd never experienced before. The flowers began swaying to and fro as if they were welcoming me. A small creek led to a sandy little shore. I sat there and cooled my bare feet in the refreshing, clear water. Birds of all colors and sizes flew around me in circles. I had the strangest impulse to spin and jump and dance.I stood slowly and instinctively began twirling around. The gentle breeze blew around my dark curls, and my silky blue dress, spun around me like a blanket. I took in a deep breath and looked up at the bright blue sky, spotted with purple butterflies and colorful birds. The world around me smelt of lavender and I felt beautiful and free, like nothing could ever go wrong. This is where I was meant to be. This magical place is my home.

3.  Pirates of the Caribbean - Soundtrack 03 The Black Pearl

LISTEN TO THE MUSIC WHILE YOU READ/WRITE. START THE MUSIC AT 0.20!

LISTEN TO THE MUSIC WHILE YOU READ/WRITE. START THE MUSIC AT 0.20!

What I Wrote:

That's when I came upon them. The most gruesome creatures I ever layed my eyes on. They had green skin and a mouth full of rotting, black teeth.  I sneakily, unsheathed my scabbard and hid behind a large barrel of pickles. I began making my attack plan. There was a hostage, a young boy enclosed in a green, rusty, metal cage. If I were to save him he would be good help on my quest. Beginning the action, I leaped out from behind the barrel and attacked the monster patrolling the area. Stabbing him in the chest, the rotten creature, gave out the most gruesome cry. The cry awoke the other two "things" and they ran at me with full force. I being the amazing fighter I am, skillfully knocked them dead with a blow to their heads. After I confirmed the creature deaths, I raced to the young, caged boy, and released him with a bash from the hilt of my sword onto the lock. We escaped easily and made our way here. And that is the story of how I met Jim!

Conclusion!
I have to say that this did work! Each song gave me a different idea based on what it sounded like. It also gave me instant inspiration! People use this to give a certain feeling in movies especially, and it works very well!

 Did you do this experiment?! Are you going to? Which paragraph is your favorite?! Comment Below!
Have an awesome day everyone!!