In this audio recording titled "Bells from Poznan - February 2014", you are taken on a sonic journey to the heart of Poznan, a historic city in Poland. As the audio starts, the distinct sound of ringing bells fills the atmosphere, resonating from the grand edifice of a cathedral. These are the church-bells, meticulously crafted and hung at the highest towers of the cathedral. Each toll of the bell is rich and resonant, echoing through the cityscape with a certain rhythm that reflects its religious significance. These bells are heralding the matines, the first prayer of the day, a sacred ceremony that holds immense importance in the religious rituals of the cathedral. As the bells continue to chime, their sounds intermingle, creating a symphony that is both awe-inspiring and comforting. The church-bell rings with distinct peals, each varying in pitch and tone, yet harmonizing into a beautiful chorus that blends with the quiet ambiance of the early