An Investigation of Aural Space inside Mousa Broch by Observation and Analysis of Sound and Light

An Investigation of Aural Space inside Mousa Broch by Observation and Analysis of Sound and Light

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This project emphasises the unique character and construction of Mousa broch, questions the model of Mousa broch as a roofed home (an interpretation adopted by Historic Scotland hindirochakkahaniya.com in 2002) and considers the way in which sound and light informs our understanding of the spaces contained within its structure.Underpinning the approach to data collection was the architectural concept of aural click here space.The author attempts to convey an impression of aural space inside Mousa broch by the creation of an audio-visual record supported by acoustic analysis, archaeological discussion, and an architectural breakdown of the spaces within the broch structure.Audio recordings, sound samples, photographs and movies were made on Mousa island and inside Mousa broch during the period of the Summer solstice of 2009.