Programming

Programmers prepare classical music programs that they can present themselves or have presented by others. Programs for jazz, world & folk music are prepared only by the presenters. See the section on Presenting Specialist Music Areas for more information on these.

A reasonable familiarity with the classical repertoire is necessary to be a programmer. Programming can be done largely at home if you have your own record collection, or better still, you can go into 2MBS to use the Station’s music library. The package, An Introductory Guide to Programming, is given to all new prospective programmers to assist in the preparation of your first couple of programs. A member of the Programming Committee will then discuss your first programs with you, explain the use of the library and get you started on future programs. The intention is that your first programs will go to air. You may submit as many programs as your ideas, time and resources can support. If you intend to program a series, it is worthwhile advising the Programming Committee so that the program may be placed to advantage. It is not advisable to start programming with a series idea.