the history of music videos from 1920-1980
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The History of Music Videos From The 1920s-
1980s
By Ellie, Emily & Alice
Use of graphics – “experimental film” Videos very abstract Videos had an abstract influence on videos
to come
The 1920s and 1930s:
Emphasis on jazz type music Introduction of “soundies” Gave African Americans a voice Had a “live” feel Limited camera movement and creativity Some growth -> e.g. transitions and
narratives
The 1940s:
Introduction of “scopitones” Use of colour Growth -> variation of shots and editing Included choreography (dance routines) “Promos” – Cross Media Promotion E.g. Hard
Day’s Night. Include titles and further variation of camera movement and editing.
The 1960s:
“Promos” used by Top of the Pops (live element)
Variety of shots e.g. cranes Use of lighting Artists became more individual and stood
out more e.g. David Bowie
The 1970s:
Beginning of MTV Changes in technology and gap in the cable
market Boom in promos in the early 80s.
The 1980s