You know the feeling when you're at a presentation, but you can't pay attention to what's being said because the music is so distracting? Choosing the right music is key to making a presentation better.
- What is presentation music?
- What music is good for presentation?
- PowerPoint music
- How to download music for PowerPoint?
- How to add music to a PowerPoint presentation?
- How to make playing music across slides in PowerPoint?
- Where can I download free Presentation music?
- Can I use copyrighted music in my presentation?
What is presentation music?
Making the right impression is a powerful marketing tool; presenters sometimes use music to connect with the audience immediately. Presentation music comes in many different genres, but any type will be more effective if it is related to the topic of the presentation.
The music you choose for your presentation can do many things for your audience - it can lighten the mood, drive excitement, or even set a pace. The key is to choose the appropriate music for your presentation and have it play at an acceptable volume.
What music is good for presentation?
Good background music can make a great presentation even better. When presenting your company to an investor or client, who will address you with many doubts and questions, you need ambient music to help you tame the situation and click their ears. Here are some directions to good background music:
- Confidence: Fresh Startup, Calm Tech
- Focusing: Successful Company, Good Energy
- Uplifting: Your Time Has Come, Positive And Uplifting
- Relaxed: Keep Going Forward, Soothing Medicine
PowerPoint music
PowerPoint is one of the most widely used presentation tools. The music playing in the background helps make a presentation more fun than it would be without the music, but there's often confusion over how to set up the audio track properly.
How to download music for PowerPoint?
There are two basic file types you'll need to know - MP3s and WAVs. An MP3 is a compressed copy of an audio track that can be downloaded quickly. A WAV, or Waveform Audio File, is a digital format that supports higher quality, uncompressed audio, meaning it takes longer to download.
Both formats work in PowerPoint, but your choice depends on the type of presentation and how much music you want to include.To download music you need to add liked tracks to the Shopping cart, proceed to checkout and complete your payment. Download music instantly from the My Music > Tracks page.
How to add music to a PowerPoint presentation?
Follow these steps to add music to a PowerPoint presentation:
- Select the slide you want to add music.
- On the Insert tab, click the Audio button.
- Select the option 'Audio on My PC..'
- Find and select your music files and click the Insert button.
- Now you can set up a volume level for music.
How to make playing music across slides in PowerPoint?
To play music across slides in PowerPoint, please follow these steps:
- Click on a sound icon to enable the Audio Tools panel.
- Set on the checkbox 'Play Across Slides' so the music will play continuously throughout your presentation.
Where can I download free Presentation music?
You can download free presentation music from the Free music page. Use free music in your presentations, slideshows, and videos without copyright concerns.
Can I use copyrighted music in my presentation?
You can't just take a popular hit and put it into your presentation. You need to right to use music in your production. Purchase and download royalty-free presentation music by Melody Loops to use in your PowerPoint or Keynote presentation.
How to choose the right background music for your business presentation
You’ve worked hard on your pitch deck. You’ve carefully chosen the right images, colors, and text that will hopefully get your investors interested. Whether you are sending your pitch deck or presenting in front of an audience, choosing the right background track will really make your presentation shine!
We have outlined three tips below to help you choose the track that will drive your pitch home and strike an emotional chord with investors.
1. Keep a Steady Pace
Choose a track that glides along without a lot of fanfare. A steady pace will draw your audience in and help them focus on the content of each slide. Choose music that is gentle, positive and bright, with some moments that pause, then continue the dynamic.
2. Tone is Important
Setting the right tone that relates to your idea will convey clarity and credibility to your audience. Whether the tone of your pitch is powerful and engaging or gentle and reassuring, the background music should match.
3. Make an Emotional Connection
When pitching your product to investors, let your passion shine through. Your pitch deck should have all of the elements of a great story. If your presentation has a kick-in-the-pants spirit, the right background music will accentuate that.
Choosing the Best Music for Corporate Event Presentations
Making a presentation in front of a corporate event audience can be daunting. How can you get your audience’s attention over the conversation and buzz? How do you really make an impact? One way is to add a background track to your slide presentation. If you are presenting a slide show at a business dinner, conference, or trade show, read on to find out how to choose the best background music.
1. Taking the Subtle Approach
Set the tone for the occasion by adding minimalist, even-toned music— more of a backdrop that your audience can focus their ears on. Subtle music exudes a calm atmosphere. The right track can be barely noticeable but will still affect the audience in subtle ways.
2. High Energy Approach
If your slide show has a high-energy, celebratory feel, choose tracks that engage your audience to feel that. Steady driving drums, danceable synth lines, and that dreamy backdrop give an air of brightness and positivity to your corporate presentation.
