I had the opportunity to work as the Sound Designer for TCU's production of Silent Sky in Fall 2019. In creating the sound elements, I paid attention both to the explicit sound needs outlined in the script and the ways that I could help to enhance the director's concept of the show (including the emphasis on the many dichotomies in the script (heaven vs. earth, art vs. science) and Henrietta's breaking free from her physical and earthly limitations).

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To the right, I have attached a link to a Youtube playlist that showcases some of the songs I pulled from throughout the show. Additionally, I have included some of the sounds that I created as original "pieces" for this production. The first sample is of the star sequences that complement the lighting and play during Act 1, Scene 2 of the play when Henri, Annie, and Williamina chart stars. This is an example of my goal to create the endlessness and wonder of the universe and to give characterization to the stars. The second sample is of the hymn "For the Beauty of the Earth" played using the star tones used earlier in the show. This hymn serves as a motif throughout the show, and I chose to combine it with the star tone sounds in order to show that bridged gap between heaven and earth in the moments leading up to Henri's death and final monologue. Last is an example of the ocean liner sound effect, simulated with a French Horn sound (rather than using a historical sound ) in order to maintain the symphonic atmosphere of the play.