I wonder how much time it takes you to invent all these on point voices. Do they come to you naturally or do you hunt for them for hours and days? Also amazing how you work with the background sounds! They truly make everything so immersive 👏 PS: 32:19 sent a shiver down my spine
I have to say a big thank you for your attentive and insightful listening. Yes, I do put a lot of effort into attempting to make the characters sound unique. There have been occasions in the stories where an area is referred to and then I have to run off and do research, as to watch accent is applicable and what it may have sounded like in the time-setting of the tale. This was particularly evident in the stories 'The Pioneers of Pikes Peak' and 'The Undesirable Guests'. Sometimes, the text informs me immediately of what a character should sound like, and I annoy everyone around me for the next few hours, speaking in that character's voice to get a natural sense of it. Sometimes, it takes much more head-scratching and various failed attempts, before the voice falls into place. Often, I am just never happy. One day however, I received a joyful surprise. A friend had listened to one of the stories and asked me, who the "old guy was" who I had "roped in to play a part". Evidently, he had not realised it was me! Only recreating the character's voice in front of him quelled his scepticism.
@@TheBlackDogChronicles "The pioneers of pikes peek" was the very first video of yours I've watched actually. It popped up in my recommendations and that indeed was one of those random blessings because I was so impressed by your voice powers 🖤 yes, I do understand your friend as it's sometimes hard to believe all the characters can be done by only one person. So much work behind the scenes, thank you loads!
Thank you! I greatly enjoy the work of M. R. James as no doubt you will have picked through the enthusiasm I commit to his stories. There will be more of his work featured on the channel. There is also a playlist that features of of M. R. James' works on my channel. You can access it via the PLAYLISTS tab on the main page of the channel. ruclips.net/user/TheBlackDogChroniclesplaylists
What stands out here is the attention to detail when setting the scene, background birdsong or echoes in the church, or the portentous ticking of a clock in a dark room. From the pleasant to the markedly unpleasant, tis an excellent touch. I dare say this story is uplifted considerably for such atmosphere; once again a terror that would be a distant, academic curiosity on the pages comes forth to whisper in the listener's ear and the result is delightfully frightful indeed. Nice work on the beastly design as well. An easily bearable sight by day, but different indeed when wandering the halls at 1AM. As ever Mr. Carr, excellent work. Looking forward to the next one.
As always, I must bow to your pin-point accurate highlighting of the reality of this piece. I have a personal, cherished place for M. R. James, as his works are strongly wrapped up in the presentation by two of my all-time-favourite actors, Sir Michael Horden and Sir Derek Jacobi. However, the prominence of the elements of academia within all of his stories (as well as his very dismissive attitude towards women) make some parts of it, and some stories in general, very hard to relate. So, I turn to soundscape to help place us up and close into the events. For me, this is all the stage-dressing of a story. I actually love he radio plays of Star Wars more than the films, because of the wonderful work they do in creating an environment in your head, and I am motivated to attempt to do something like it. I will never be fully happy with what I do, but my heart is always lighter when kind people like yourself, and other friends who return again and again, show me through their words that they understand it all through and through.
Ooh, I'm excited for this series - I just discovered M.R. James but haven't read anything yet, so your readings will be a perfect introduction(and by how good this story was I'm really looking forward to the next one!).
I am really glad that you know this one. I am going to do a few of M. R. James this year. This one was originally recorded in October of last year. In a few after this one, we will be exploring the wonderful 'Tractate Middoth'.
Not the first Brit I have encountered in Literature, maybe even real life, who travel to foreign countries, making rubbings, noting effigies, caskets, and always hoping for " that lost book." Sure, it is claimed that majority of these exploits are all for the British Museum. Time to ruffle a few feathers....the British Museum is like a bastion for ill- gotten artifacts particularly from the places known back then as " the colonies." What was Dr Livingston doing in darkest Africa? No it wasn't to find the Missing Link...that was discovered eons afterwards! I hope you enjoy 😉 my rantings and ramblings. If you have a response, by all means let it out. If I am not hunting I will reply.
Haha, you certainly bring a unique perspective. I think there are good arguments on either side about whether museums 'preserve' or 'rob'. I am terribly biased in my point of view, as I love the British museum.
@@TheBlackDogChronicles Back to another question I like to throw out ...Does the means justify the ends? P.S. I think the British Museum would be a fascinating place, whenever I am in England, too much to do too little time. I did mention I am an Anglophile?
usually tha style/works of james bore tf outta me tbh, but between ur rendition of "casting tha runes" & tha story presented here, u got hella talent for makin his oldass dry as parchment 19th century genteel british horror mad enjoyable, so thx 4 dat mistah carr!
btw, if u coppin recommendations 4 future narrations, perhaps youd enjoy performing stephen gallaghers "tha horn" from stephen jones 1990 collection "best new horror" (lol); issa major bop. BBC4 adapted it to radio in tha late 80s, but tha original unedited story b superior by far
I wonder how much time it takes you to invent all these on point voices. Do they come to you naturally or do you hunt for them for hours and days? Also amazing how you work with the background sounds! They truly make everything so immersive 👏 PS: 32:19 sent a shiver down my spine
I have to say a big thank you for your attentive and insightful listening. Yes, I do put a lot of effort into attempting to make the characters sound unique. There have been occasions in the stories where an area is referred to and then I have to run off and do research, as to watch accent is applicable and what it may have sounded like in the time-setting of the tale. This was particularly evident in the stories 'The Pioneers of Pikes Peak' and 'The Undesirable Guests'. Sometimes, the text informs me immediately of what a character should sound like, and I annoy everyone around me for the next few hours, speaking in that character's voice to get a natural sense of it. Sometimes, it takes much more head-scratching and various failed attempts, before the voice falls into place. Often, I am just never happy. One day however, I received a joyful surprise. A friend had listened to one of the stories and asked me, who the "old guy was" who I had "roped in to play a part". Evidently, he had not realised it was me! Only recreating the character's voice in front of him quelled his scepticism.
@@TheBlackDogChronicles "The pioneers of pikes peek" was the very first video of yours I've watched actually. It popped up in my recommendations and that indeed was one of those random blessings because I was so impressed by your voice powers 🖤 yes, I do understand your friend as it's sometimes hard to believe all the characters can be done by only one person. So much work behind the scenes, thank you loads!
Absolutely lovely, BDC.
Thank you! I greatly enjoy the work of M. R. James as no doubt you will have picked through the enthusiasm I commit to his stories. There will be more of his work featured on the channel. There is also a playlist that features of of M. R. James' works on my channel. You can access it via the PLAYLISTS tab on the main page of the channel.
ruclips.net/user/TheBlackDogChroniclesplaylists
What stands out here is the attention to detail when setting the scene, background birdsong or echoes in the church, or the portentous ticking of a clock in a dark room. From the pleasant to the markedly unpleasant, tis an excellent touch. I dare say this story is uplifted considerably for such atmosphere; once again a terror that would be a distant, academic curiosity on the pages comes forth to whisper in the listener's ear and the result is delightfully frightful indeed. Nice work on the beastly design as well. An easily bearable sight by day, but different indeed when wandering the halls at 1AM. As ever Mr. Carr, excellent work. Looking forward to the next one.
As always, I must bow to your pin-point accurate highlighting of the reality of this piece. I have a personal, cherished place for M. R. James, as his works are strongly wrapped up in the presentation by two of my all-time-favourite actors, Sir Michael Horden and Sir Derek Jacobi. However, the prominence of the elements of academia within all of his stories (as well as his very dismissive attitude towards women) make some parts of it, and some stories in general, very hard to relate. So, I turn to soundscape to help place us up and close into the events. For me, this is all the stage-dressing of a story. I actually love he radio plays of Star Wars more than the films, because of the wonderful work they do in creating an environment in your head, and I am motivated to attempt to do something like it. I will never be fully happy with what I do, but my heart is always lighter when kind people like yourself, and other friends who return again and again, show me through their words that they understand it all through and through.
Well done as always, Huw! Truly Brilliant.
Thank you, my friend. :)
Your art has a errey feel to them I like them you have a talent
You are so kind, thank you. In this story, I used as many references of the real place as I could.
No wonder it looked a bit realistik
Ooh, I'm excited for this series - I just discovered M.R. James but haven't read anything yet, so your readings will be a perfect introduction(and by how good this story was I'm really looking forward to the next one!).
I am honoured to be the gateway into that land of adventure, Michelle. Thank you so much for being here.
This is quite perfect "Canon Alberic's" is M.R. James first story. Good starting point.
@@inisipisTV What a wonderful coincidence!
Oh, this is gonna be a good one Mr Carr. Jeez, the description of the 'thing' in the picture terrified me as a kid...
I am really glad that you know this one. I am going to do a few of M. R. James this year. This one was originally recorded in October of last year. In a few after this one, we will be exploring the wonderful 'Tractate Middoth'.
@@TheBlackDogChronicles Excellent news! I love a bit of M.R. James 👍
Not the first Brit I have encountered in Literature, maybe even real life, who travel to foreign countries, making rubbings, noting effigies, caskets, and always hoping for " that lost book." Sure, it is claimed that majority of these exploits are all for the British Museum. Time to ruffle a few feathers....the British Museum is like a bastion for ill- gotten artifacts particularly from the places known back then as " the colonies." What was Dr Livingston doing in darkest Africa? No it wasn't to find the Missing Link...that was discovered eons afterwards!
I hope you enjoy 😉 my rantings and ramblings. If you have a response, by all means let it out. If I am not hunting I will reply.
Haha, you certainly bring a unique perspective. I think there are good arguments on either side about whether museums 'preserve' or 'rob'. I am terribly biased in my point of view, as I love the British museum.
@@TheBlackDogChronicles Back to another question I like to throw out ...Does the means justify the ends?
P.S. I think the British Museum would be a fascinating place, whenever I am in England, too much to do too little time.
I did mention I am an Anglophile?
usually tha style/works of james bore tf outta me tbh, but between ur rendition of "casting tha runes" & tha story presented here, u got hella talent for makin his oldass dry as parchment 19th century genteel british horror mad enjoyable, so thx 4 dat mistah carr!
btw, if u coppin recommendations 4 future narrations, perhaps youd enjoy performing stephen gallaghers "tha horn" from stephen jones 1990 collection "best new horror" (lol); issa major bop. BBC4 adapted it to radio in tha late 80s, but tha original unedited story b superior by far
@@awnaur0no919 I strongly agree with you. I grew up with 'Fear on Four', and I don't think I will ever top that.
That. Was. EXCELLENT.
I look forward to more from him!
I will be collating all of the M. R. James stories presented on the channel so far into one collection, as was done for the Lovecraft work.