September 10, 2025

Acoustic Communication Studies at Simon Fraser University

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The longstanding program in acoustic ecology, initiated by R. Murray Schafer, shows the evolution of soundscape studies at SFU.

The program has a nearly 30-year history in acoustic ecology education at Simon Fraser University, emphasizing soundscape studies.
Established by R. Murray Schafer, it grew from his music education work and noise pollution research in the 1960s.
Courses have expanded extensively since 1974, with Barry Truax and other instructors supervising the curriculum.
The program's foundation reflects significant contributions from the World Soundscape Project, shaping contemporary acoustic studies.

Barry Truax (2023) studied this question.

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