Sound Recording
Capture unique sounds from nature and urban spaces.
THE CONCEPT
What if every sound around us could become music?
Orchestra of Sound is a unique musical project by composer, performer, and instrument builder Paul Snider that transforms everyday sounds into original musical compositions.
Inspired by a cross-Canada journey in an electric vehicle, Paul recorded hundreds of sounds from oceans, wheat fields, mountain streams, bridges, urban environments, and unexpected locations across the country and beyond. These recordings became the raw material for a new kind of orchestra.
Back in the studio, the sounds were carefully edited, tuned, and woven together with custom-built instruments made from recycled materials, including the Recycolin, Tincello, Wheelbarrow Bass, and Garden Hose Trumpet. The result is a collection of immersive compositions that blur the line between environmental soundscape and music.
Part sound art, part sustainability project, and part music theatre experience, Orchestra of Sound invites audiences to hear the world differently—and discover the music hidden within everyday life.
OUR THREE PILLARS
HAND-BUILT InstrumentS
Design and build unique instruments for innovative sound exploration.
Musical Composition
Transform recorded sounds into structured, expressive musical pieces.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your questions answered about our creative sound transformations.
What is the concept behind Orchestra of Sound?
Orchestra of Sound transforms everyday sounds into musical compositions, redefining traditional music through nature and urban recordings.
Where do you source your sounds from?
We source sounds from diverse environments including natural landscapes, urban spaces, and custom-built instruments for unique auditory experiences (the few sounds we cannot source ourselves are obtained from licensed sources)
How many sounds do you use in a musical composition?
Most musical pieces use between 40 and 60 sounds. These sounds include field recordings as well as sounds from instruments invented from recycled materials.
Do you perform live shows?
Yes, we do perform live shows that showcase our unique sound compositions, blending art and innovation. Check this website for upcoming events!
