Dive into the fascinating world of Antarctic musicology in this episode of *South Pole*. Explore how music, soundscapes, and even silence shape our understanding of the icy continent. Dr. Carolyn Philpott, a senior lecturer and researcher, shares her journey into the interdisciplinary study of music, place, and environment. Discover the sounds of Antarctica—from cracking icebergs to the lively cacophony of penguin colonies—and learn how composers capture the essence of this remote landscape. Whether you’re a music lover or an Antarctica enthusiast, this episode highlights how sound and art foster deeper connections with the natural world. Grab your headphones for an immersive auditory adventure into the heart of the silent continent.
Episode Guest: Dr. Carolyn Philpott
Learn more about Dr. Philpott here
Browse Dr. Philpott’s Publications here
Connect with Dr. Philpott on LinkedIn
Listen to Vaughn Williams’ Scott of the Antarctic on Youtube
Listen to Penguin Ballet by Nigel Westlake on Spotify
Listen to Seals (Underwater) by Douglass Quinn on YouTube
Listen to Antarctic Sound Recordings by Phillip Samartzis on YouTube
Iceberg Crash by Almaz Khakimov
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Hosted, produced, written, and edited by Clark Marchese
Cover art and PFM logo by Laurel Wong.
Theme music by Nela Ruiz
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