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Sounds of the Earth - Rooks, Bats and Toads

Sep 20, 2023
Relaxing mix of music and natural sounds featuring rooks, bats, and a midwife toad chirruping. Explore the magical sounds of animals in the forest while sipping whiskey. Interruptions, nonsensical statements, and discussions on music. Various nature sounds including a midwife toad recording. Subscribe to 'Private Passions' podcast on BBC Sound.
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  • The podcast episode explores the diverse sounds of the natural world, from rooks coring on Orkney to the peep of a midwife toad in southwest France.
  • The recordings provide a unique auditory experience, showcasing the transformative power of music and the emotional connections it can create.

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The Sounds of the Earth

This podcast episode of Slow Radio explores the sounds of the natural world. It features recordings such as the song of nightingales in East Sussex, rooks coring on Orkney, clicking bats in Lancashire, and the peep of a midwife toad in southwest France. The episode also includes musical pieces by Ollie Mustinan, Avril Coleridge Tailor, and James Bernard's score for the Hammer Horror movie Kiss of the Vampire. The recordings provide a unique auditory experience, showcasing the diverse sounds of creatures big and small.

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