exploring the role of sound and listening in natural and cultural environments
Midwest Society for Acoustic Ecology (MSAE) is excited to announce the 2025 Summer Soundwalks schedule, in partnership with Night Out In The Parks and Chicago Parks District. Between June and September, everyone is invited to explore the art of soundwalking in 6 different public parks. …
The Midwest Society for Acoustic Ecology (MSAE) is dedicated to understanding the role of sound and listening in natural habitats and human spaces. We promote public dialogue around the identification, preservation, and restoration of natural and cultural sound environments. Since our establishment in 2009, we …
Join us for the Midwest Society for Acoustic Ecology’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Saturday, July 19 at 11:00 AM Central Time. This hybrid event takes place in person at Experimental Sound Studio (5925 N Ravenswood, Chicago, IL 60660) and on Zoom.
Held the day after World Listening Day 2025, the AGM offers a chance for MSAE members to connect, reflect, and shape the organization’s future. The meeting brings together general members and board representatives to share updates and plan ahead. The agenda will be prepared with input from our Executive Committee and committee chairs.
Later this day, stay for “Walking as an Infra-Antenna,” a soundwalk and radiophonic performance by Veronica Anne Salinas with Amanda Gutiérrez, from 2:00–4:00 PM. This is the third event in our 2025 Summer Soundwalks in the Parks series, presented in partnership with the Chicago Park District’s Night Out in the Parks program.
To attend virtually, please register in advance with Registration Link. You’ll receive a confirmation email with the Zoom details after registering.
To become a new MSAE member or renew your membership, visit our Membership page.
Stay tuned for the agenda to be shared soon!
Have an idea to share? Contact MSAE President, Eric Leonardson.
Wayfinding LLC launches the very first “Wellness Ecosystem Gathering” as the Forest Preserves of Cook County prepares to open the new Wellness Center at Caldwell Woods. The lineup is incredible and includes Midwest Society for Acoustic Ecology. Free and for all ages. Come out and …
In this soundwalk, the radio becomes a symbolic tool of spectral communication to connect with the living and the dead, crossing borders, time zones, and metaphysical dimensions. The soundwalk will begin at West Ridge Nature Preserve and continue through the Rosehill Cemetery, and end at …