what is panning in music and how does it influence the emotional tone of a piece?

Panning in music refers to the technique used to place sounds in different parts of the stereo field, which can create a sense of depth and space. This technique involves manipulating the balance between the left and right channels of a stereo sound, thus moving a sound source from one side of the listener’s auditory field to the other. It is often used to enhance the realism of an audio environment or to draw attention to specific instruments or voices within a composition.