In this short piece, Andra McCartney plays a ten second clip of a streetcar turning, which she then manipulates by slowing the speed of the recording down. Through this manipulation, McCartney uses the sound as an instrument. Rather than considering … Continue reading →

Through sound, I would like to draw attention the ever-present issue of noise pollution in London. Through researching the works of acoustic ecologists such as Hildegard Westerkamp and Andra McCartney. In Westerkamp’s “Kit Beach Soundwalk”, she guides the listener through … Continue reading →

-“In densely packed urban environments, narrow streets amplified sound. Mechanical noises contributed to and in some cases dominated, the sounds of nature.” -“Unlike earlier periods, soundscapes were now so varied as to defy the traditional experience of sound” -“Foreground sonic … Continue reading →

Parks play a crucial role in urban life. Examples of the benefits of green urban spaces include; increased biodiversity and air quality improvement, provide a public space that promotes cultural and social cohesion, as well as physical and mental health … Continue reading →

-What is a sound walk? – Anytime one chooses to consciously listen to a space as they move through it. -A soundwalk is fruitful place for interactions between people for environmental awareness. -When we think of listening, its in terms … Continue reading →