The Soundscape: Our Sonic Environment and the Tuning of the World by R. Murray Schafer is a foundational text in the field of acoustic ecology. First published in 1977, the book explores how the world’s acoustic environment—from natural sounds to industrial noise—functions as a vast, continuous musical composition.

A term Schafer coined to describe the splitting of a sound from its original source via recording or transmission, leading to "synthetic" sound environments. Acoustic Design and "Ear Cleaning"

Reviews for the book are generally positive, highlighting its innovative and interdisciplinary approach. It is considered essential reading for those in urban design, architecture, and sound studies. Reviews from the Community