Unheard Amritsar

03 / Field archive

Consent & method

How a performance moves from conversation to publication.

The method

A release begins with clarity.

Every stage is explained before publication. The musician knows what is recorded, how the work will be credited, and how the rights record will be maintained.

  1. 01

    Discuss the performance

    Identify the instrument, repertoire, preferred credit, and intended use.

  2. 02

    Record consent

    Document attribution or anonymity choices in language the artist understands.

  3. 03

    Capture and prepare

    Record the performance and prepare release files, sample files, and metadata.

  4. 04

    Register the rights

    Submit accurate ownership information for royalty tracking and protection.

  5. 05

    Publish and teach

    Distribute the work and share the process with musicians and student volunteers.

Consent record

  1. 01

    A real name and face are published only according to the artist's recorded choice.

  2. 02

    Private identity details are held for payment and registration purposes.

  3. 03

    An anonymous artist can still receive the agreed revenue share or royalties.

  4. 04

    Consent can be updated or revoked through a written request.

Unheard Amritsar volunteers and community members at a cultural exhibition
Public outreach with volunteers and community members in Amritsar.