This online course explores the role of sound in challenging the way we remember, archive and exhibit micro-histories. Covering theoretical, ethnographic and arts-based approaches to sonic archiving, participants will develop skills to discuss, record and display alternative archives that challenge colonial forms of knowledge production.

The course introduces you to the possibilities and challenges of using sound to preserve knowledge and memories, spanning institutional and personal domains. Looking at different techniques for building archives in documentary film, family recordings and mixed media art, you will learn about history, ethics and methods for using sound in the context of archives.

This course will take place online; join from your laptop or tablet, in the comfort of your own home.

Book a place: https://opencitylondon.com/courses/coming-soon-sound-ethnography-and-the-archive/