During class, I sat next to the grassy area downstairs, carefully listening to the sounds of nature. I heard a low-frequency background hum in the air, occasional bird calls, and faint, high-pitched sounds. Airplanes flew overhead, moving from my right to my left ear, and there was a faint murmur of voices around me.

I put on headphones and used a shotgun mic to record in the children’s playground. Swinging on the swings produced creaking sounds. Afterward, I walked on the grassy area, and stepping on dry leaves made crisp sounds.

During the weekend, I visited Richmond Park, and on the Orb, I discovered a contact microphone I hadn’t seen before. So, I borrowed it to try it out.

In the park, I sat on a tree trunk, quietly listening to the sounds around me. The weather was perfect, with flocks of birds flying overhead, and their chirping surrounded me in a 360-degree embrace. Nearby, there was a road with cyclists passing by, airplanes flying overhead, and a few kids bouncing a ball as they walked along the roadside.

Continuing my walk, I came across a herd of deer in a vast grassy area. One of the deer was vocalizing. I recorded the sound of this deer and proceeded to stroll through the meadow. Nearby, a couple was walking while playing songs on a Bluetooth speaker. The music, bird calls, and deer sounds all blended together unexpectedly well, creating a harmonious atmosphere.

As the sun began to set, on my way back, the herd of deer was also returning, and the young deer emitted bright calls.