Part 2 of our Classical Favourites deep dive is here, and this time we’re taking you inside the recording and editing process!

Imagine spending 4 days in the legendary Studio One at Abbey Road, squeezing in 36 hours of recording sessions witg a 65-piece orchestra and choir. No pressure, right?

In Part 1 we talked about the concept, choosing the repertoire, and recomposing famous classical music into editor-friendly versions for TV and Film.

In Part 2 we move onto the recording stage. Working in one of the most famous rooms in the world, navigating union rules around how much music you can record in a day, and the nerdy world of editing, mixing, versioning and plugins.

We also share some slightly ridiculous stories that happened along the way, including the time we decided to record a cannon shooting for the 1812 Overture. You can’t say we composers don’t commit to our art!

Whether you’re a film composer, classical music enthusiast, or curious about the world of production music, this one’s for you!

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Part 1 of our deep dive into the Classical Collection is here - and yes, we may have upset a few ghosts along the way…

In this episode, we unpack the crazy task of reimagining 181 classical favourites for media use with Audio Network! 🎻
From navigating the complexities of public domain to reshaping the world’s most recognisable melodies into editor-friendly production music, we talk about what it takes to make iconic classical pieces work for a modern audience.

We talk through the whole process from selecting the repertoire, to adding new lyrics and writing entirely new sections, all while wondering just how far can we push Beethoven and Vivaldi before they start turning in they graves.

Plus, hear the unforgettable story of Day 1 at Abbey Road Studios, recording Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5, when after just two bars, the entire orchestra collapsed in laughter!

(And keep your eyes peeled for Part 2 coming soon!)

Watch the video version of this episode on our YouTube, Two Composers Two Continents.

Don't forget to leave a review and follow us Instagram @2composers2continents for sneak peaks of new episodes!

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In this episode we welcome the multifaceted Debi Derryberry!

Debi Derryberry is one of Hollywood's most sought-after voice-over actors, best knowing for voicing characters such as Jimmy Neutron, Draculuara in Monster High and the Aliens in Toy Story. Debi's talents also extend far beyond the booth into the music industry, where she is an award-winning children's music singer-songwriter, and country musician in the trio Honey Pig.

From starting out in community theatre to being a stunt double riding a whale in Free Willy and voicing some of the world's most beloved characters, Debi shares the journey of her remarkable career with us.

We talk about the art of improvising and why your audition comes down to the first 10 seconds, why she avoids loud restaurants to protect her voice, and the surprising way in which studying Pre-Med at UCLA helped her prepare for the role of Jimmy Neutron...

Whether you're an aspiring voice actor, looking for a portfolio career in the music industry or just a fan of the characters that defined your childhood, this episode is for you!

Check out Debi's YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAM6ZbvWAFQNRchmhO1GvXg

Or visit her website here: https://debiderryberry.com

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