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Mata Atl​â​ntica

by melissa pons

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ascending 04:18
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expedition 09:16
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crossing 05:31
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lively pond 07:34
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small beings 03:56
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rising skies 06:15
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cantareira 08:25
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morning mist 07:10
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erratic 03:34
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ticking 07:45
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about

This album is very much a reflection of my experience, not only of my first dedicated field recording trip but also the first time living in a tropical forest.

The recordings have been done in São Paulo, in the National Park Cantareira, and in Minas Gerais in the premises of Iracambi, a NGO devoted to conservation, forest expansion and education.

Both places and the wonderful people I encountered thought me a lot about Nature and how we are part of it.

The Atlantic Forest has an incredible diversity of animals and plants, with many endemic species, but sadly it is estimated that only 7% remains today.


The sounds I chose for this release are amongst the most beautiful I recall and transport me immediately to the warm ground, the fresh scent and to the lush views in every direction.

My hope is that you enjoy it as well.

Please listen with soft levels due to the dynamic range throughout the album and remember that even though full of textures and activity, it's not usually loud.

I appreciate your support on this work.

Thanks to Vlad Arrais and Marina Sherer from Cantareira, who welcomed me with open arms and enthusiasm and to the staff at Iracambi who allowed me one of the best experiences (and coffee) of my life.

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released February 28, 2021

Pedro Peres - artwork

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melissa pons Portugal

Slow traveller Field Recordist​ and award winning sound designer.

In 2016 Melissa started to explore the sound of forests having spent time in Brazil in the Atlantic Forest, in Sweden and recently in Portugal.

The released works reflect Melissa's experience on those spots in many ways.

She focuses on bringing found beauty of natural soundscapes to your headphones.
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