How Nature Sounds Calm the Mind and its Role In Music
Nature sounds are proven to calm the mind and help us destress and relax. Musically the possibilities of use are endless. Here are some ideas.
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10 Great Microphones and Recorders for Field Recording
Looking to get out into nature to sample some sounds? Here are our 10 favorite tools for recording and capturing high-fidelity field audio.
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On Serenade, the First Environmentally Friendly NFT Platform
If you’re an artist looking to get into NFTs, but nervous about the carbon footprint of cryptocurrency, Serenade is a great place to start.
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Why Do Birds (Actually) Sing?
In this lengthy explainer learn why and how bird songs vary in their purpose, how birds customize their calls to their environment, and more.
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Green Touring: Where It Stands and Why It Matters
After Coldplay’s media disaster for “greenwashing” their sustainable touring initiative, artists like Billie Eilish are paving greener paths.
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What Is an Aeolian Harp?
Named for the Ancient Greek god of wind, Aeolus, aeolian harps are one of the few music instruments that needs no human touch to make sound.
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9 Great Websites to Find Relaxing Nature Recordings
Whether you’re in need of some relaxing, peaceful soundscapes, or searching for source audio to sample, these website have you covered.
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6 Beautifully Creative Instruments Made From or In Nature
Most instruments incorporate raw, natural materials, but these 6 instruments will open your mind to nature’s extreme possibilities.
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Student Spotlight: Alexis Walter Blaess on How Music Can Flow Unpredictably
In this edition of Student Spotlight, we dive deep into the nature-inspired synth and field recording work of Alexis Walter Blaess.
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How Erik Ian Walker Is Creating the Music of a Changing Climate
Read our interview with composer and arranger, Erik Ian Walker, which explores his data-driven environmental composition, “Climate.”
