Temp track
A temp track is an existing piece of music or audio which is used in film production during the editing phase.[1] It serves as a guideline for the mood or atmosphere the director is looking for in a scene.
The track is usually replaced before release by an original soundtrack composed specifically for the film. While some feel that having to follow a temp track can be limiting for a composer,[2] it can be a useful tool in finding the right style of music for a particular scene and can be a time-saver for both the composer and director.[3]
The temp track is sometimes also referred to as scratch music,[4] temp score[5] or temp music.[6]
References
- ^ CJO - Abstract - The role of the music editor and the ‘temp track’ as blueprint for the score, source music, and scource music of films
- ^ 6/3/98: X-Files: Fight the Temp-Track
- ^ Epic Sound - music, sound design and voice acting
- ^ filmmaking.net | internet filmmaker's faq : What is scratch music/temp track?
- ^ Glossary: Temp Score | Sweetwater.com
- ^ What is Temp Music? : Glossary of Music Production Terms : Media Music Now
External links
- The Relevance of Temp Tracks - a guide on how temp tracks can be a useful tool for finding the right music for a production