As a counterpoint to these podcasts of people talking about the artistic situation in West Dorset, I’m also working on some field recordings of my landscape. These soundscapes are being issued at http://51degreesnorth.bandcamp.com and my aim is to release one per month.
Within this restricted territory I expect to find inspiration in the most diverse corners and objects. Moreover to reflect on the changing landscape and weather patterns as we shift through the year. In this part of the world, West Dorset, tourism is a vital economy and the influx of people into the landscape and the extra events, businesses, etc that go on, fundamentally changes this place. I’m also surrounding with agriculture business with their ever-changing routines.
My latest soundscape – windy autumn day – is now available to hear at:
http://51degreesnorth.bandcamp.com/album/windy-aut…
Recorded in West Dorset on 5th September 2011.
