Sound Map: Kirovka

Sounds of the rural residential area in Sergiyev Posad known as Kirovka as told by Tatyana Sadikova, a librarian. She focuses on the wildlife sounds which contribute to the unique atmosphere of this part of the town largely occupied by old wooden houses.

All sounds were gathered in the area. Here are the key non-verbal sounds featured in this recording:

private metal gates (01.55)

crackling icy patches (02.35)

a dog shaking off snow (03.10)

Trinity-Sergius monastery bells (07.30)

loud music from a car passing by (08.45)

cat’s aggressive meowing (09.00)

Recording locations: Kirovka (Kirova street)
Recording date: March 27th, 29th, 31st 2011
Related period: 2000s
Sounds: stereo, binaural stereo

Part of Sergiyev Posad Sound Map.