Sounds Southern

By Alice PierottiScience Health & Fitness Mental Health Natural Sciences Nature

Sounds Southern episodes

December 24, 2024 Whispering Pines under a Full Cold Moon
Recorded on December 15, 2024, at the dogtrot under the glow of December's full Cold Moon, this is the sound of warm southern winds weaving melodies through the loblolly pines, accompanied by the soft chorus of tree crickets stirred by the unseasonably warm temperature. A soothing example of green noise, this delicate recording is best savored in a quiet setting to fully appreciate its subtle beauty.
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21 min
December 20, 2024 Winter Birds at Halcyon Days
Recorded on December 14, 2024, at the dogtrot on the Way Out West Deck, this is the sound of a winter bird chorus during a light rain at the first of Halcyon Days. A blizzard of Dark-eyed Juncos takes center stage, countersinging and calling with their distinctive 'tew-tew-tew' notes near the feeders. Joining them are the cheerful voices of Tufted Titmice, Northern Cardinals, House Finches and Carolina Chickadees.
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21 min
December 17, 2024 Rain under the Long Night Moon Halo
Recorded on December 14, 2024, at the dogtrot on the Way Out West Deck under a luminous waxing gibbous moon at 99% illumination, this is the sound of the waning edge of a storm front that brought over 0.55 inches of rain throughout the day. Sounds Southern Extended listeners will experience the storm’s gentle transition as the rainfall fluctuates from medium to light, gradually fading as the system moves on.
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20 min
December 13, 2024 Blue Hour Rainshower on the Porch
Recorded on November 9, 2024, at the dogtrot on the sleeping porch during blue hour, this is the sound of rain cascading onto the metal roof and rain drum, accompanied by a soft chorus of crickets. The soothing blend of green and pink noise frequencies creates a tranquil atmosphere, perfect for relaxation.
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21 min
December 10, 2024 December Birds in the Red Oak
Recorded on December 7, 2024, at the dogtrot after the season's first hard freeze, this is the sound of birds basking in sunlight illuminating a red oak in the pasture. Listeners will hear the gentle wingbeats of winter residents, including House Finches, Tufted Titmice, Carolina Chickadees, House Sparrows, Dark-eyed Juncos, American Crows, American Robins and Northern Cardinals. As the wind pushes out the cold front, the soothing rustle of wind through broomsedge bluestem and the leathery leaves of the red oak adds a layer of calm, creating a serene soundscape of green noise.
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21 min
December 06, 2024 Dripping Fog at Dawn
Recorded on November 7, 2024, at the dogtrot on the Way Out West Deck, this is the sound of a foggy dawn with mist dripping steadily from the blackjack oak trees at the deck's edge. Featured prominently is a male and female Carolina Wren duet, his song and her chatter resonating through the damp morning air. Listeners will also hear a rich mix of winter residents including the Belted Kingfisher, House & Purple Finches, Ruby-crowned & Golden-crowned Kinglets, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Yellow-rumped Warbler, Tufted Titmouse, Carolina Chickadee, White-throated & Chipping Sparrows and Dark-eyed Junco.

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21 min
December 03, 2024 Rain in the Blackjack Oak Grove
Recorded on November 9, 2024, at the dogtrot after a daylong rainstorm, this is the sound of the soothing calls of tree crickets and gentle patter of raindrops hitting the leathery leaves of Blackjack Oaks in the pasture's oak grove. Sounds Southern Extended listeners will enjoy 45 minutes of calming green noise, ideal for meditation, relaxation or drifting off to sleep.

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23 min
November 29, 2024 The Woods at Quail Run Trail
Recorded on November 1, 2024, at Quail Run Trail on a ridge overlooking Enid Lake, this is the sound of a lively bird chorus on a warm fall afternoon. The mixed-woods forest resonates with the calls of Carolina Wrens, Red-headed, Red-bellied & Pileated Woodpeckers, Brown Creepers, Carolina Chickadees, American & Fish Crows, Blue Jays and White-breasted Nuthatches. Adding to the ambiance are the vocalizations of the Eastern Gray Squirrel, often called the "cat squirrel" for its distinctive, cat-like calls.
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21 min
November 26, 2024 Soft Raindrum in the Hush of Night
Recorded on November 19, 2024, at the dogtrot, this is the sound of a soothing nighttime rain shower gently falling on the metal roof and dripping onto the steel drum tuned to D Akebono, a musical scale commonly used in traditional Japanese music. Sounds Southern Extended listeners will enjoy 45 minutes of calming, soft pink noise—perfect for de-stressing, meditation or relaxation.
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21 min
November 22, 2024 Lakeside under a Full Beaver Moon
Recorded on November 15, 2024, at Sardis Lake, this is the sound of the gentle lapping of waves against the lakeshore under the full Beaver Moon, the final supermoon of the year, when the moon closest to Earth in its orbit. Listeners will hear the gravely croak of a Great Blue Heron (beginning around the 6:40 mark) and the low hum of distant motorboats.
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22 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…