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Hildegard Westerkamp

What is a Sound Walk?

What is a Sound Walk?

An influential 1974 essay by composer and sound artist Hildegard Westerkamp that defines and explores the practice of soundwalking.

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    “One of the most inspirational sound artists to ever do it. You can find some of her pieces on her website and an explanation to what a sound walk is below!”

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