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  • Frog Chorus at Heart Place
    Recorded on February 26, 2025, at the dogtrot, this is the sound of an early spring evening chorus on Heart Pond. It begins with the gentle honks of Canada Geese as they prepare to depart for their roosting sites, gradually giving way to a pond alive with the rhythmic calls of Spring Peepers. Their chorus is punctuated by the occasional trill of Upland Chorus Frogs and the deep, guttural croaks of Southern Leopard Frogs, creating a rich, layered soundscape of the changing season.

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    22 min
  • Soft Waves on the Shore
    Recorded on February 22, 2025, at Enid Lake at sunset on a chilly winter day, this is the sound of the gentle rhythm of waves lapping against the sandy shore. Best enjoyed in a quiet setting, it offers a soothing backdrop for relaxing.

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    25 min
  • Blue Hour Drizzle on the Porch
    Recorded on March 8, 2025, at the dogtrot on the sleeping porch during blue hour, this is the sound of a gentle rhythm of drizzling rain cascading from the metal roof onto the rain drum, accompanied by the soft frog chorus of spring peepers on the pond. Sounds Southern Extended listeners will experience the rain shifting between a light drizzle and a steady patter before tapering off again. The harmonious blend of green and pink noise frequencies creates a serene, immersive atmosphere—perfect for relaxation and deep listening.

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    22 min
  • Barred Owl Duet in the Swamp
    Recorded on February 27, 2025, at Belmont's Clear Springs, this is the sound of a stirring frog chorus in the swamp at blue hour. Listeners will hear the calls of Spring Peepers, Upland Chorus Frogs and Southern Leopard Frogs, blended with the distinctive squeals of male Wood Ducks as pairs gather in their roosting areas for the night. Adding to the nighttime symphony, a Barred Owl pair hoots it up in tandem, their calls marking the beginning of courting season.

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    20 min
  • Late Winter Thundershower
    Recorded on February 15, 2025, at the dogtrot on the sleeping porch, this is the sound of an evening thundershower with rain cascading onto the metal roof and the resonant raindrum. Sounds Southern Extended listeners will immerse themselves in an hour of rainfall punctuated by distant rolls of thunder as the storm moves out of the area.

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    21 min
  • Lakeside at Sundown
    Recorded on February 23, 2025, at Enid Lake, this is the sound of the gentle rhythm of waves lapping against the sandy shore, accompanied by the soothing calls of a pair of Canada Geese as they glide across the lake toward their evening roost. Sounds Southern Extended listeners can unwind with 30 minutes of tranquil lake sounds—perfect for relaxation or clearing the mind.

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    21 min
  • Upland Chorus Frogs in the Vernal Pools
    Recorded on February 15, 2025, in a flooded meadow overlooking Sardis Lower Lake, this is the sound of a late winter chorus of upland chorus frogs, awakened by recent rains. Steady south winds sweep across the lake, carrying the energy of an approaching storm front. Sounds Southern Extended listeners will also hear the call of a Bald Eagle and the occasional caw of American Crows riding the thermals. This recording is best experienced in a quiet setting.

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    20 min
  • Pine Warbler in the Misty Morning
    Recorded on February 4, 2025, as the morning mist covers the pasture, this is the sound of the rapid trill of a Pine Warbler staking its spring territory in the loblolly pines at the pasture’s edge. Accompanying its call are the melodies of American Goldfinches, Northern Cardinals, American Crows, Tufted Titmice, Carolina Chickadees, Chipping and House Sparrows, Mourning Doves, Dark-eyed Juncos, Canada Geese, House Finches, Red-bellied and Pileated Woodpeckers, White-breasted Nuthatches and Blue Jays.

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    23 min
  • Night Chorus under the Parade of Planets
    Recorded on February 3, 2025, at the dogtrot on the sleeping porch, this is the sound of a late winter chorus of Southern Leopard Frogs on Heart Pond along tree crickets awakened by a spell of warm weather. Overhead, the Parade of Planets stretches across the sky while gentle south-southwest winds set the Cosanto Bell ringing, adding a soft, melodic touch to the night. Sounds Southern Extended listeners will hear the Canada Geese quietly honking as they bed down for the night. This recording is best appreciated in a quiet environment.

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    22 min
  • Lavender Rain & Rolling Thunder
    Recorded on December 16, 2024, at the dogtrot on the Sleeping Porch, this is the sound of a December sunset thundershower, accompanied by the gentle chorus of tree crickets.

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    21 min

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Sounds Southern immerses listeners in the tranquil and vibrant field recordings of North Mississippi’s hill country. Each episode, presented by recordist Alice Pierotti, offers a…

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