Electronic · US · Active since 1953

David Dunn

Immersive bioacoustic soundscapes and field recordings that bridge the gap between human music and the secret languages of the natural world. Deeply meditative.

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This is music that asks you to listen to the world as if it were a symphony. David Dunn doesn't just record nature; he collaborates with it, using high-frequency microphones and electroacoustic processing to reveal the hidden rhythms of insects, trees, and ecosystems. It is a sound that feels both ancient and futuristic, stripping away human ego to focus on the raw, vibrating energy of the environment.

The experience is deeply textural and often challenging. You will hear the clicking of mandibles, the rustle of leaves, and the hum of the atmosphere transformed into a dense, shimmering web of sound. It is not 'background music' in the traditional sense; it is an invitation to pay attention to the frequencies we usually ignore.

Start with 'The Sound of Light in Trees' to hear how Dunn translates the internal vibrations of a pine tree into a haunting, melodic experience. It is the perfect entry point for anyone interested in how science and art can merge into a single, profound listening experience.

Our Catalog5 Albums · 1992 · 2021
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