A monk sweeps

"I've been to the Wakamiya Shrine so I had a clear visual in mind as I listened to the field recording of bird song and sweeping. A monk sweeping at a shrine seems like a reflection of their devotion. It also seems like a meditative activity. Sweep and let your thoughts pass. Just put your mind to sweeping. Musically I tried to find my way into a meditation of sorts; using note patterns, drones, and oscillations."

Nara shrine reimagined by Eulipion Corps.

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This sound is part of the Sonic Heritage project, exploring the sounds of the world’s most famous sights.

Find out more and explore the whole project: https://www.citiesandmemory.com/heritage