Sonic Meditations

Pauline Oliveros dedicated her life to expanding the understanding of sound through her innovative music and humanitarian efforts. Spanning over fifty years, her career included pivotal contributions to improvisation, meditation, and electronic music, emerging from a vibrant San Francisco artistic community in the 1950s. Renowned for her concept of "Deep Listening," she emphasized heightened awareness of all sounds, influencing American music significantly. A recipient of numerous prestigious awards and recognitions, Oliveros also established the Deep Listening Institute, promoting her unique auditory philosophy.