Nicely produced, this lovely short would fit into almost any program schedule regardless of current events or station themes. I found it quite engaging and relaxing.
Braider's Zen-like piece is beautiful in its simplicity. It would fit in well during an afternoon news magazine when people are driving home from work. As I listened to the measured gongs of the bells and the "make each word count" style that Braider does so well, stress melted away. Listeners will definitely be served food for thought with this piece. It's an excellent thinking piece.
The opening bell sound and the little story that follows held my attention completely, while the timbre and cadence of Jackson's voice seem well-suited to the meditative, reflective tone of the essay. Bells heard in the piece are used sparingly, but to great effect and perfect punctuation. A skillful blend of verbal musing and evocative sound. I'd enjoy hearing this on the radio anytime, but most particularly in the early morning, when its soothing and thoughtful aspects would match the beginning of day.
Short and wonderfully produced piece! I don't think the title could be used for anything more perfect. The best part of the piece is not what sounds Jackson decided to include, but which sounds he had left out for us to fill in. Good producers know how to use sound well, great ones know how to use silence.
Comments for For Whom the Bell Tolls
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4 comments
Charles Gilbert
Posted on December 12, 2005 at 10:02 AM | Permalink
Review of For Whom the Bell Tolls
Nicely produced, this lovely short would fit into almost any program schedule regardless of current events or station themes. I found it quite engaging and relaxing.
Deborah Astley
Posted on June 16, 2005 at 10:56 AM | Permalink
Review of For Whom the Bell Tolls
Braider's Zen-like piece is beautiful in its simplicity. It would fit in well during an afternoon news magazine when people are driving home from work. As I listened to the measured gongs of the bells and the "make each word count" style that Braider does so well, stress melted away. Listeners will definitely be served food for thought with this piece. It's an excellent thinking piece.
Eric Brotman
Posted on April 29, 2005 at 04:21 PM | Permalink
Review of For Whom the Bell Tolls
The opening bell sound and the little story that follows held my attention completely, while the timbre and cadence of Jackson's voice seem well-suited to the meditative, reflective tone of the essay. Bells heard in the piece are used sparingly, but to great effect and perfect punctuation. A skillful blend of verbal musing and evocative sound. I'd enjoy hearing this on the radio anytime, but most particularly in the early morning, when its soothing and thoughtful aspects would match the beginning of day.
Emon Hassan
Posted on April 08, 2005 at 08:06 PM | Permalink
Review of For Whom the Bell Tolls
Short and wonderfully produced piece! I don't think the title could be used for anything more perfect. The best part of the piece is not what sounds Jackson decided to include, but which sounds he had left out for us to fill in. Good producers know how to use sound well, great ones know how to use silence.