Sonic Imprints: Listening, Silence, and Noise in the African Diaspora

​Tuesdays from 7:00 – 9:00 PM

​This course explores listening as both a critical and creative practice through the lens of Black critical theory, sound studies, and the African diaspora. Students will engage with themes of silence, noise, and presence through theoretical readings and hands-on experiments, with an emphasis on open-ended exploration rather than a final project.

​All are welcome to discover their own personal relationships to the subject matter or themes presented. This class is ideal for individuals interested in furthering their understanding of sound's effect on their own lives, as well as Black life at large, within a traditional, yet welcoming, class structure. Discussion is highly encouraged! Short readings, films, and source material will be provided prior to each class and discussed to inform individual and collaborative creative exercises