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Recording auditorium sound effects at Denver High School

Established in 1876 and an official Denver Historic Landmark, Denver East High School is full of amazing sounds just waiting to be recorded! I had two fantastic days roaming in all areas of the school grounds to capture audio!

I created this sound library of Denver High School’s auditorium with unique audio of chairs, the open and closing of two large curtains on the stage, and the room tone.

What you will hear…

The auditorium was constructed in 1925 and still has many of the original fixtures and accents. I recorded the flipping up and down of the chairs (which are fixed on two metallic arms.) Each chair has its own u unique sound. The total number of chairs I recorded was about 50 and can be downloaded separately if needed! The air systems are underneath the chairs and the air blows gently throughout the auditorium which creates an interesting atmosphere. In my opinion, it’s quite relaxing to listen to! The room tone is included in this library from the front side of the auditorium and from the backstage area (where I recorded another great sound effect!) The stage has two large curtains. A red curtain in front of the stage and a black curtain that covers the actors preparing the stage. I recorded the open and closing with the microphone (Wildtronics SAAM) on stage and close-up from the rope with the pulley. Interesting fact… the band “The Frey” filmed their music video for ‘Over My Head” at Denver East High including this auditorium!

The equipment used to record the Empty Auditorium Sound Effects