What happens when we try to understand the planetary siblinghood between all sentience through the way we listen and communicate to the diversity of what is the “other”? 

Earth's symphony extends far beyond the ozone layer, weaving its way into the very fabric of life and the cosmos. From the tiniest microorganisms to the vast expanse of matter, we are constantly transformed, both mentally and physically, by the sonic and cultural vibrations of our urban and natural environments. By delving into the exploration of multiple fields of research like sonic technology, soundscape, listening methodologies, queer theory, field recording, and interspecies communication ethics, we will collectively shift our perspective towards the Phonocene, a vision of the future that proposes sound and active listening in the center of an era, a slower era that promotes radical ecological change. 

Through theory, artistic practices, active listening sessions, and guided visualisations, we will collectively engage in critical dialogues and exercises that will expand our notion of what sound ecology can be. 

Consistent and active participation in group discussions and collaborative exercises is expected.

At least 75% attendance is required to meet course standards.

This course is open to anyone interested in exploring sound as a conceptual framework for engaging in ecological thinking. There is NO prerequisite in sound studies, sound art, or sound design. All are welcome. 

The lecture is part of the ÆSR Lab - Applied/Experimental Sound Research Laboratory. ÆSR Lab is a collaborative project between the University of Applied Arts Vienna, the Artistic Research Center (ARC) at the Institute for Composition, Electroacoustic, and Sound Engineering (IKE) at the mdw – University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna, and the PhA - Phonogram Archive of the Austrian Academy of Sciences.

Yuri Tuma is co-founder and artistic co-director of the Institute for Postnatural Studies.