hydrophony

Hydrophony image of artists at work

Hydrophony is an ongoing series of works that utilize underwater sound recording techniques to reveal the hidden soundscapes beneath urban waterways. These field recordings function as both chance sound compositions and observational tools allowing listeners to reflect on the dynamic interplay of nature, commerce, and recreation that characterize these places.

Realized by artists Heather Dewey-Hagborg and Thomas Dexter

Hydrophony was performed and broadcast live online as part of the Art in Odd Places festival in 2010. Covered by Time Out Magazine And New York Press

Hydrophony has also been exhibited at the New Museum's Festival of Ideas for the New City, Seaworthy at the Elizabeth Foundation Project Space, and the Montior Digital Festival in Guadalajara, Mexico in 2011.

Archive

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Friday Oct. 1, 2010 - The Hudson.
This was a very rainy day!

Saturday Oct. 2, 2010 - The East River.

Sunday Oct. 3, 2010 - The Hudson.

Friday Oct. 8, 2010 - The East River.
Rhythmic constrution sounds.

Saturday Oct. 9, 2010 - The Hudson.
You can really hear the wind on this one.

Sunday Oct. 10, 2010 - The East River.
The grand finale of Art in Odd Places, includes trains, sirens, and a boat race!

Video documentation