2014
Accademia Online
Chapter 4 of 'Shape of Sound' explores the concept of sound urbanism through a discussion of various auditory landmarks known as soundmarks in urban settings. The chapter highlights signature soundmarks in New York City, such as the subway and installations by sound artists like Max Neuhaus, alongside historical soundmarks such as the ringing of church bells in Ravello and Edgard Varese's poeme Electronique in Brussels. These examples illustrate the importance of sound in defining urban experiences and cultural identity.