It was both difficult and gratifying to edit the “ode” audio file in audacity. The hardest part was removing glitches in the narration. Especially with the amount of coughs and repeats the man had. Several careful cuts and playbacks were needed to make transitions between lines smooth and natural.

Layering ambient sounds was also a challenge for me. I couldn’t figure out how to download the music files and add it into the recording. But I think It could of made the recording sound better, giving it a piece of emotional depth.

One technique I’ll definitely use in the future projects is balancing EQ and volume levels across tracks. I learned that even small changes in loudness can create major diffrences in mood and clarity. Overall, this exercise showed me how to combine technical precision with creative sound design to bring a reading to life.