Sonic Explorations: A Soundwalk Through the Hayes Family Sculpture Park

Experience the Hayes Family Sculpture Park in a new way through this immersive soundwalk featuring 16 original electronic music compositions from students in Professor David Bird’s Introduction to Electronic Music and Music Production class. Each piece was crafted to complement a specific sculpture, translating its form, materials, and themes into sound. The pieces explore various musical genres and blend environmental recordings, electronic textures, and instrumental elements to create an inspiring and contemplative journey through the park.

This soundwalk uses a location-based mobile app to trigger music as you approach each sculpture. To experience the project, scan the QR code to download the Echoes app, put on your headphones, and explore the park.

How to Experience the Sound Walk:

1.    Get the App – Scan the QR code or open the provided link on your phone. This will take you to the Echoes app. Download and install it.

2.    Allow Location Access – When you open the app, it may ask for permission to use your location. Be sure to allow this so the sound walk works properly.

3.    Find the Sound Walk – On the app’s home page, look for “Sonic Explorations: A Soundwalk Through the Hayes Family Sculpture Park.”

4.    Listen & Explore – Download or stream the sound walk, put on your headphones, and enjoy your walk through the Sculpture Park!