Field Recording Short Course

About this course

Participants investigate how sounds from the surrounding environment can be captured and used in creative, documentary and ecological contexts. The course combines short lectures, guided listening, on-location recording sessions, practical exercises and group discussion. Topics include microphone setup, listening strategies, context and ethics, creative approaches to recorded sound, and basic editing and sound treatment. Learners also consider applications in sound art, film, radio, archives and environmental work, producing a short field recording piece or audio sketch to share with the group.

What you'll learn

• Select and set up microphones for different field recording situations
• Apply listening strategies to identify and document environmental sound
• Evaluate contextual and ethical considerations in field recording
• Use basic editing and sound treatment techniques
• Create a short field recording piece or audio sketch

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for complete beginners as well as creatives, artists, musicians, documentarians and people working in ecology, performance or research. Participation includes listening activities, outdoor recording sessions, individual tasks and discussion or sharing within a group.

• No previous experience is required
• Suitable for learners interested in environmental sound and audio practice

Before you go

• Learners use accessible recording devices and receive support with free editing tools.