JOHN RUSHBY-SMITH

TALK/LECTURE

“THE CAVE OF HARMONY”

“The Cave of Harmony” was how Sir Thomas Beecham referred to the sound control booth in recording studios. Aimed at music clubs and societies, John Rushby-Smith’s fascinating talk covers his long career at the ‘sharp end’ of music broadcasting and recording, both during his thirty years at the BBC and also as a freelance record producer. It is lavishly illustrated with examples of his work, including unique, historically interesting material from broadcasts and recording sessions. There are many personal anecdotes surrounding his associations with leading composers, soloists and conductors. The talk lasts approximately two hours, including a twenty-minute interval.

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