Aesthetic Noise

The Philosophy of Intentional Listening

Mary G. Mazurek

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English

Focal Press
03 March 2025

Music; Philosophy: aesthetics; Audio processing

Aesthetic Noise: The Philosophy of Intentional Listening considers the complex nature of noise within the framework of philosophical filtering, examining how, if noise is engaged with aesthetically, it can produce profound experiences and understandings.

Applying the philosophies of Edmund Burke, Martin Heidegger, Jacque Derrida, and Julia Kristeva to works by Luigi Russolo, John Cage, Steve Reich, Alison Knowles, Annea Lockwood, Alyce Santoro, and Sunn O))), this book explores noise as an art material, and ultimately how it can become a tool for activism and expanded creative possibilities. It demonstrates that, by engaging multiple philosophies in concert, the value of aesthetic noise is amplified, thus allowing the listener to better appreciate noise and its possibilities.

Providing greater insights into noise as an aesthetic material, Aesthetic Noise will be of interest to researchers and students of sound studies, philosophy, and sound art, as well as sound designers, artists, musicians, and composers.

By: Mary G. Mazurek
Imprint: Focal Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
Weight: 600g
ISBN: 9781032597966
ISBN 10: 1032597968
Pages: 222
Publication Date: 03 March 2025
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Mary G. Mazurek is a GRAMMY-nominated recording engineer, artist/philosopher, and educator. Her classical engineering nomination was for Liquid Melancholy on Çedille. She has published on the topics of aesthetic noise, audio, and DEI, and is currently an assistant professor at the University of Lethbridge, Canada.

Reviews for Aesthetic Noise: The Philosophy of Intentional Listening

‘In her book on Aesthetic Noise, Professor Mary Mazurek has given us a splendid philosophical critique of noise. More than that, she has introduced a whole new field of critical inquiry. Her contribution to the history of aesthetics will not be soon forgotten.’ George Smith, Ph.D. Founder and President Emeritus IDSVA ‘Aesthetic Noise makes a unique contribution to the field of noise art. In carefully listening to what we commonly think of as noise, we upend our habitual aversion to it, opening it up to a fascinating aesthetic exploration. This book bridges the gap between philosophy and practice, providing much-needed literature in this expanding field.’ Ellen Grabiner, Ph.D. Professor Emerita Gwen Ifill Media, Arts, and Humanities, Simmons College