Being able to hear speech is an important reason to protect your hearing, but being able to listen to other natural sounds is another good reason.
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Sacred space? Museum journal devotes special issue to sound
A special issue of the journal Curator is devoted to sound and noise. And inspiring them to address this topic was The Quiet Coalition’s Dr. Arline Bronzaft.
How the sound of buildings affects us
Lakshmi Sandhana writes about how the acoustic qualities of our homes, offices, and public spaces impact our comfort level and maybe our moods.
The design of sound notifications
Sound notifications for mobile tech are seen as an opportunity for apps to brand themselves. A horrifying prospect for those of us who wouldn’t mind a little peace and quiet.
Archaeoacoustics, the acoustics of archeological sites
Dr. Daniel Fink writes about archaeoacoustics. It’s a fascinating area of study, joining anthropologists and acoustic engineers to try to recreate the soundscape of ancient sites.
Deer change nature’s soundscape, just like humans do
Deer change nature’s soundscape, just like humans do. But deer do it unintentionally by eating the underbrush that provides acoustical privacy for song birds.
They really don’t make music like they used to
They really don’t make music like they used to. Music today is louder as measure of sound within a recording, even as audio pros worry about aural fatigue.
What is sound tourism?
What is sound tourism? It’s a branch of tourism for people who like to seek out places with unique sounds. Click here to learn more!
Listen to a sea organ make music via waves
Listen to a sea organ make music via waves. A clever installation using wave energy to make mesmerizing sounds.