Audio Imperia – Flourish: HEX CHOIR – Tension & Horror Choir (KONTAKT)

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We are thrilled to unveil our latest addition to the cinematic music realm: the Flourish series. Often, the most memorable musical moments are born from the unlikeliest sources, sparked by the smallest inspirations. With the Flourish series, our aim is to capture these emotions and offer creative instruments that delve into the minutiae of sound. Each Flourish product is meticulously crafted to infuse your sonic palette with distinctive elements, catering to those who seek individuality and fresh artistic ideas.

A Glimpse into the Creation:

In 2019, we embarked on an exhilarating musical journey while composing the official gameplay trailer for Diablo IV. The trailer’s soundtrack demanded an eerie, dark ambiance with whispers reminiscent of ritual chants and spells. While we incorporated some vocals from Blizzard Entertainment’s announcement cinematics, we also conducted unique vocal sessions with a select group of sopranos to amplify that otherworldly atmosphere. This experience inspired us to delve deeper into recording unconventional articulations, ultimately leading to the creation of the Hex Choir.

Key Features of the Hex Choir:

The Hex Choir boasts a diverse array of articulations, falling into two distinct categories:

Atonal Articulations:

  • Short soft syllables: Fa, Who, Fo, Sah, Sha, Vigorous, Vigorous Short, Yelp.
  • Downers Aah (short, medium, long)
  • Downers Yeh (medium, long, sharp)
  • Downers Oo (medium, long)
  • Riser Aah (short, medium, long)
  • Riser Eeh (short, medium, long)
  • Riser Oh (short, long)
  • Cries (short, long, maximum)
  • Respiratory syllables: Kha, Sha, Sha Sharp, Tah.
  • Misc: Sh!, Whooshy Build, Groans, Goblin Noises, WeeOOOOOOOOw, Chugga.

Tonal Articulations:

  • Spooky Sustains: Aah, Mm, Uu.
  • Soft delays: Aah, Eeh.
  • Aah Sustains: Breathing, Strong, Strong 2.
  • Eeh Sustains: Strong, Strong 2.
  • De Sustain: Strong.
  • THX Sustain: THeX.

These meticulously recorded articulations empower composers and producers to explore a wide spectrum of auditory expressions, from eerie whispers to spine-chilling crescendos.

 

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