Summary
Sound mapping encompasses a range of projects and techniques used to capture and contribute to the aural character of a place. In most cases, sounds are recorded from various locations, and are tied to those places with maps or listening stations.
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Strengths
Because our senses are more visually-oriented, the concept of using sound to define or appreciate place is a bit surprising and intriguing, but sounds may be very effective in capturing emotion and character.
Sound mapping has many possible forms, and a project could be developed to match nearly any age group, budget, location, timeline, or technological capability.
Limitations
Most thorough projects are relatively detailed and require a significant amount of time and effort.
While interesting and creative, many projects are also more focused on sound as art than as a component of community or place.
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svannostrand
Last Updated: June 25, 2015, 2:53 pm