If you can instantly hum the smooth, city-block jazz of Hey Arnold!, you already know the work of Jim Lang.For decades, Lang's compositions have given animated worlds their unique sonic heart, creating scores that are not just background music, but essential parts of the story's character and emotional core.From introducing a generation to jazz with Arnold's stoop-kid chronicles to building brand new sonic palettes for Disney's Primos and the educational series The Weather Hunters, Lang has mastered the art of telling stories with sound.But how do you create a distinct identity for a new series from scratch? What makes a score resonate with audiences decades later?We sat down with Lang to discuss his creative process, the evolution of his tech toolkit, and the simple power of a good conversation in a spotting session.Let's dive in. - YouTubewww.youtube.comNFS: When starting a new series like Primos or Not a Box, how do you go about creating a distinct sonic palette that feels true to the show while staying fresh across episodes?Jim Lang: I really enjoy the task of creating a unique musical voice for every project. For animated shows like Not a Box or Primos, I work mostly in-the-box, so the first step in my process is often browsing for new sound libraries or plug-ins that might be useful. It’s a guilty pleasure — kind of like getting a new wardrobe for a world tour.In the case of Not A Box, the brief was to avoid synth sounds and traditional orchestration, so...
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