Twenty Thousand Hertz Hidden Sounds of America: NYC Hum & Underground Organ
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Mar 6, 2024 Discover unique sonic wonders in the US - a hidden art installation in Times Square and a massive organ in a Virginia cave. Learn about the impact of these sounds and the passion behind their creation.
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Times Square Hum Story
- Max Newhouse created an unnoticed sound installation called the Times Square Hum under a grate in Manhattan.
- Thousands pass over it daily without realizing they are experiencing a piece of experimental sound art.
Value of the Hum
- The Times Square Hum mixes into the urban chaos, adding a layer of unnoticed sonic experience.
- Its value lies in blending with ambient noise to create a unique, hidden urban soundscape.
Listeners Describe The Hum
- Two brothers who knew about the Hum described it as calming and spiritual, like Tibetan singing bowls.
- They saw it as a hidden treasure amidst the city's chaos.