Join Natalia Beylis for a listening workshop geared towards both novice and seasoned sound collectors, field recordists & those interested in finding new ways to engage with our everyday soundscapes. Step into a realm where the unseen and unheard come alive, where every rustle, whisper, and song tells a story waiting to be discovered.
What do we seek as we capture the melodies of life, the voices of nature, and the echoes of human experience? Why do we feel compelled to preserve these fleeting moments? From kitchen clatter to birdsong, from the hum of appliances to the rhythm of footsteps — we’ll explore how to uncover the musical potential in the textures and tones that surround us.
Using guided listening activities as our starting point, we will share ideas about the art of recording, producing, and analysing the whispers of the world that we capture.
Whether you’re just getting started with sound or looking for new inspiration, this workshop offers an open space for curiosity, creativity, and reattuning to the world around you.
For a short segment of the workshop, we will use our phones to collect field recordings (though participants who do not have smart phones will still be able to take part in this activity in other ways). No additional equipment is needed.
This workshop is presented as part of the Artitude: Climate, Culture & Circularity project and funded by The National Lottery Climate Action Fund.
Venue: The Playtrail (Eco Base Building), 15 Racecourse Road, Derry, BT48 7RE
Date: Saturday 5th September 2026
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Ticket Price: Free workshop
