Inflating a Balloon

The audio begins with a soft, crinkling sound as a latex balloon is taken out from its package. The person handling the balloon stretches it a bit to prepare it for inflation. You can hear the subtle squeaking noises as the latex expands and contracts under the slight pressure. The next sound is a sharp intake of breath, and then the person begins to blow into the balloon. The act of blowing air into the balloon creates a distinct, almost musical whistling sound as the air rushes through the narrow opening and fills the balloon. There is a rhythm to the inflating: a breath, a blow, a pause, and then repeat. As the balloon begins to fill with air, the sounds change subtly. The squeaks of stretching latex become less frequent and are replaced with the softer, hollow echoes as the balloon expands. The blowing sounds become less harsh, more diffuse as the balloon's cavity grows larger. Finally, the person ties a knot to seal the inflated balloon, the