In today’s episode David speaks with classical recording engineer John Taylor. His extensive discography includes productions with David Russell, Ana Vidovic, Eliot Fisk, Xuefei Yang, Paco Pena, and Paul Galbraith. John outlines his philosophy on recording the classical guitar in both solo and chamber settings, and discusses microphone choices, microphone placements and acoustics. He also speaks in depth on the production side of recording a CD, working with different personalities in order to find the best artistic approach. The second half of the interview focuses on specific recording sessions, and John explains recording techniques within different musical and environmental contexts. Whether you are completely new to recording or an audio engineer yourself, this episode will give great insights for all levels of experience!

Intro Music: Couperin Les Sylvains (Scott Tennant)

Gershwin Rhapsody in Blue (Vida Guitar Quartet)

Weiss Passacaglia in D major (Nigel North)

Boccherini Quintet G 448, Fandango (Johan Löfving guitar, Consone String Quartet, Nanako Aramaki castanets)