Sharpener_I

The audio titled "Sharpener_I" is a captivating field recording that transports you to the streets of Galiza. The track opens with the distinct sound of a peddler, a man who travels from place to place selling his goods. In this case, it's the services of a grinder or cutler, a craftsman who sharpens knives with admirable skill and precision. As the audio progresses, you can hear the rhythmic, metallic scraping of the knife against the grinding stone, creating a mesmerizing pattern of sounds that is both raw and oddly soothing. It's a testament to the cutler's years of experience and mastery over his craft. The audio allows you to appreciate this often overlooked form of anthropology, the study of human societies and cultures, through a unique auditory lens. Interspersed with the grinder's work, you can also hear the peddler's whistle. The whistle is not just a simple tool for communication, but a kind of music in its own right