Join me aboard the magnificent Fair Lady as we embark on an unforgettable journey to Heligoland. Our adventure begins on the open deck, where the gentle symphony of the wind and sea serenade our senses. As we make our way below decks, we navigate through a lively crowd of spirited punk enthusiasts, eagerly en route to the renowned Butterfahrt Festival on Düne Island. It's only 8 am, yet the affordable beer flows freely, and I apologize in advance for any language that might be deemed inappropriate by our German-speaking friends.

Venturing deeper into the heart of the ship, we are enveloped by the rhythmic rumble and vibrations emanating from the engine, providing a captivating backdrop to the lively conversations, clinking cutlery, and eclectic music that fills the air. As we ascend past the engine room, climbing higher and higher, we reach a tranquil sanctuary after passing through the portholed door once again, greeted by the refreshing northern breeze that kisses our faces.

Recorded on a Zoom H1n recorder and Soundman OKMii binaural, in-ear microphones.

Heligoland Ferry

A binaural recording of the Christmas Caroling at Washington Square Park on Christmas Eve December 24, 2016.

Christmas Carols Washington Square Park 2016 - BINAURAL SOUND

Taking my first, tentative steps into the world of field recording. More accurately, it's the middle of Poland, but hopefully it'll be the world before too long...

Solar-powered. Half-spreadsheet, half-goldfishbrain.
English, in Ireland. And Poland.

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