How to Find Meaning in Everyday Sounds

Explore the fascinating intersection of sound, meaning, and interpretation in this 18-minute TEDx talk by Sebastian Sequoiah-Grayson. Discover how everyday sounds from the streets of Sydney can be transformed into art and learn to assign meaning to sonic gestures. Delve into the philosophy of music and information as Sequoiah-Grayson, a Senior Lecturer in Epistemics at UNSW, shares insights from his research on human cognition and the philosophy of sound. Gain a new perspective on listening and understanding the auditory world around you, challenging your perceptions of what constitutes art and meaning in our sonic environment.

How to find meaning in everyday sounds | Sebastian Sequoiah-Grayson | TEDxUNSW Salon