A temp track is an existing piece of music or audio which is used during the editing phase of television and film production, serving as a guideline for the tempo, mood or atmosphere the director is looking for in a scene.
[1][2] It is also referred to as scratch music,[3] temp score[4] or temp music.
[5] 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, 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.
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