Creating Field Recordings
Introduction: Artists using found sounds
Tech House from Beach Sounds video
Tech House from Beach Sounds is a snapshot of some technically deeper possibilities using only found sounds in a variety of ways within Live.
Sounds Outside: The art of field recording article
Sounds Outside: The art of field recording is an excellent starting point to go deeper into the history and art of field recording.
Practical Task: Recording sessionÂ
In this practical task, you will need record a collection of found sounds using a smartphone or portable recorder, using a checklist as a guide to focus your listening and guide your imagination. They then save, label and share these files.
Task steps:
Identify what recording device can be used (smartphone, chromebook or laptop)
Use the recording checklist and included tips to identify sounds to be recorded
Record found sound field recordings
Save and label recordings
Discuss and share audio recordings
Found Sounds Recording Checklist
Worksheet: Found Sounds Recording Checklist