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Did 'the world's most beautiful music' strike a mortal blow to 'the cultural fabric of the nation'? Discuss the impact of Classic FM on Radio 3.
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Music and the Radio Essay 1: Did 'the world's most beautiful music' strike a mortal blow to 'the cultural fabric of the nation'? Discuss the impact of Classic FM on Radio 3. Radio in Britain was started on the 'principle of public service' (p12 Scannell 1990). It was fundamentally a public utility, which promised to be a cultural, moral and educative force. These were the founding ideals of the BBC, which remained paramount during their formative years. However, as mass media became more readily available, particularly with the impact of television, the BBC was forced to popularize its service. At the same time they were facing competition from commercial radio stations. These stations were financed by advertisers and thus were more interested in adhering to popular taste to ultimately make greater profit. The impact of Classic FM on Radio 3 is an excellent example of this process. Radio 3 provided a mix...
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