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Radio Wales,18 Nov 2025,29 mins

Making Music

Science Cafe

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Adam Walton explores some of the science behind music making. Joining him is Senior Lecturer in Composition and Music Technology at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, Odilon Marcenaro, who describes the technological advancements that have been made in music over the years. Robyn Raymond from Red Spade Records tells us how lathe-cut vinyl records are created. Plus, Lydia Mellor explains how music therapy can support people with disabilities in Wales. Produced by Stuart Russell.

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