So, today I went and I did it. I’ve been tooling around with recording this short story since just before the move, but I hadn’t had much time to try and integrate music, an intro and an outro. So, not happy with the original version of the story, I deleted it before the move and decided I’d start fresh once I was relatively settled in.
Needless to say, it is now Thursday and I have not had much time to myself to do anything fun this entire week. I had work at both jobs, writing, family responsibilities and of course, the aftermath of the move. So, today after I took the squeenager shopping for some summer digs, I came home with every intention of taking a nap. The nap never came. I laid in bed for about half an hour listening to a friend’s podcast project before I decided I had to get up and do something. ANYTHING!
The madness began there.
Of course, because I was bent on recording, and I was silly enough not to put up signs and announce that I was going to be recording, I endured a few interruptions and even some banging on the pipes and the walls in the room behind mine. Then I got a phone call, an urgent call to dinner and by the time I actually had the bulk of the recording done, I was definitely feeling frazzled. I couldn’t figure out how to align the god forsaken tracks. Fortunately, I have a very patient mentor who is always happy to help me out. Thanks guy! You rock.
Finally, I got it all lined up, got the audio and music recorded. It’s my very first attempt at something of this capacity. I know it’s not perfect and I’ve got a long way to go until I am cool like the big kids, but I’m proud of it. I also know that with practice and time, I will get better, and I can’t wait to get started on my next audio project.
So, now, without further ado, here is Clarissa’s Game. Stay tuned at the end for another interesting tidbit about a project I recently participated in with my Twitter Friend, Aaron Mystery, aka @Suckermouth.
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Now, about my project with Aaron Mystery. A couple weeks back, he had popped on over to my blog and had a listen to some of my audio poem. Afterward, he emailed me a nice compliment and asked if I might be interested in combining efforts on one of his animated projects. He has a huge following over on his YouTube Channel, and when he mentioned there would be zombies involved, you know I couldn’t resist. So, I did some voice over work for him earlier this week and he is just now getting the animation put together as he has time. He revealed a tiny sneak peek today on his blog, which you can check out here: Chamber of the Zombies, Day 1. I hope you’ll pop on over and take a look, and please leave him a comment. This is going to be pretty cool, and I am honored to have been a part of it.
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That was really good for your first attempt. Good pacing, clear voice. I’m so proud *sniff*
Jenny, your story was beautiful. You caught me with the twist at the end!! Well read and I enjoyed the music. Where do you get music for podcasts?
Second listen through. I agree with Melzer, you did really good with pacing and voice. Better than I’ll ever do. The story was short and sweet, though not sweet in a tender kind of way. Look forward to more.
Thanks, James.
Honestly, you were so helpful and encouraging–I couldn’t have done it without your help. Thanks to Kristyn and Ron too. Your support and encouragement are fuel to the fire! I appreciate it so much!
B-)
finally had a chance to listen….wow, that was really good and you are a true storyteller. keep it up!
That was really great! And creepy. It made me wonder if you actually smeared the lipstick on your own face to see how to describe it – the detail in that opening was incredible.
Good work!