Wayfinding B Soundwalk is an artist-led urban soundwalk taking place in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter. Led by composer Sara Caneva and organized by Birmingham Contemporary Music Group in partnership with Jewellery Quarter BID, the event guides participants through diverse city spaces including squares, workshops, transport corridors, and green areas. Using microphones, headphones, and field recording equipment, attendees engage in active listening and sound gathering, exploring the evolving acoustic identities of these urban environments.
The format encourages a sensory and participatory experience, where the intricate soundscapes of Birmingham’s historic and contemporary urban fabric are examined and documented. This process not only heightens awareness of the city’s sonic environment but also contributes to the creation of a new musical composition, reflecting the dynamic interplay between place, sound, and community in the Jewellery Quarter.
