Sounds Southern

By Alice Pierotti

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 2

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The podcast currently has 142 episodes available.

Sounds Southern episodes:

March 11, 2025 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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March 07, 2025 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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March 04, 2025 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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February 25, 2025 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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February 18, 2025 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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February 11, 2025 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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February 04, 2025 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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22min
January 31, 2025 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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21min
January 28, 2025 Sunrise Geese on Heart Pond
Recorded on January 18, 2025, on the Moonpie Deck overlooking Heart Pond, this is the sound of a sunrise chorus of winter birds featuring a flock of Canada Geese flying in and landing gracefully on the pond. The morning begins with the caw of Blue Jays & American Crows accompanied by the songs of White-throated Sparrows & Carolina Chickadees along with House & Goldfinches, Dark-eyed Juncos, Tufted Titmice, Carolina Wrens and Northern Cardinals. Adding to the ambiance are the occasional resonant drops on the raindrum as morning dew falls from the roof.

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January 24, 2025 Melting Snow at Sandstone Trail
Recorded on January 15, 2025, at Sandstone Trail, this is the gentle sound of melting snow in the woods. Rivulets of runoff cascade through the forest floor, flowing toward the creeks that feed into Sardis Lower Lake, after Winter Storm Cora blanketed the mixed forest with half a foot of snow.
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