We explore the current debate in classical music of how much recordings should be edited.

Do You Know How Much Classical Music Is Edited? Sound Field

Premiered July 07, 2021
Do You Know How Much Classical Music Is Edited?

When we think of editing in music, we might think of quantizing lining up rhythm in an R&B song or autotune fixing the vocals of a pop singer. Many people don’t realize that editing exists in classical recordings as well.

About the Program

Sound Field

Arthur Buckner and Linda Diaz are accomplished musicians and music teachers exploring the music theory, production, history and culture behind our favorite songs and musical styles.

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