Musicologist Reconstructs What 18th Century Paris Sounded Like

Musicologist Reconstructs What 18th Century Paris Sounded Like

Musicologist Reconstructs What 18th Century Paris Sounded Like

By Diana Crandall

What did 18th century Paris sound like? In a cross-discipline collaboration with sociological and historical scholars, musicologist Myléne Pardoen has crafted a sonic reconstruction to answer that question.

Pardeon and her team utilized architectural measurements and historical research of Paris’ Grand Châtelet district — chosen for its concentration of diverse clamor — as the setting for sound. Thanks to technological advances, modern day tourists can now plug in their headphones and step back in time.

Take a listen below:

 

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