14 Reflective Evaluation Study Lost Analogue project Source: LOST ANALOGUE project , photo by Dra Kerestly However, a few raised concerns about project organisation, specifically citing moments where the lack of guidance left them feeling clueless rather than autonomous. One participant remarked, I sometimes felt quite left out on the instructor side, which did not promote autonomy but rather cluelessness. Teachers and experienced professionals, however, reported greater satisfaction with the projects organisation and found the experience level of the young participants particularly impressive. For many, the experience highlighted the educational value of analogue techniques: The experience gained during the project has contributed significantly to my professional development. Musicians, who had entered the project with limited expectations, were generally pleased with the collaborative, improvisational ex perience, feeling it broadened their understanding of film music and improved their technical skills: The film and the music were very well - matched. , noted one musician. Another highlighted the benefit of working with musicians from diverse backgrounds, describing it as an experience that not only broadened my horizons but also enriched my violin playing. PARTICIPANTS GENERAL EXPERIENCE The general experience with the project was highly positive across both filmmakers and musicians. Participants in the project were asked to evaluate their involvement and satisfaction with the creative
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