Recorded Sound Archives at FAU Libraries

Old VHS tapes and cassette recordings transformed into woven art pieces, blending media preservation, memory, and creativity into something entirely new. 📼🧵
A fascinating look at how obsolete formats can still tell stories in unexpected ways.

VHS tapes and cassette recordings replace yarn in a woven archive of collective memory woven VHS tapes transform obsolete media into a tapestry In Stories Seen and Heard (2025), Polish artist Kuba Święcicki transforms discarded VHS tapes and cassette recordings into a monumental woven installation, asking what happens when obsolete technology becomes a craft material.  Encountered...

Celebrating Irving Berlin’s birthday with a special piano roll performance of “Russian Lullaby.”

Written in 1927, this haunting and beautiful composition reflects the musical influences that shaped one of America’s greatest songwriters. Through the sound of the piano roll, we can experience how music was shared and enjoyed during the early 20th century.

Listen to the recording and travel back in time through sound.

Russian Lullaby on Piano Roll | Celebrating Irving Berlin’s Birthday In celebration of Irving Berlin’s birthday on May 11, the Recorded Sound Archives highlights “Russian Lullaby” performed on piano roll.Written by Irving Berl...

Old recordings can do more than entertain, they can reconnect us. 🎶A recent article explores how gramophone music is helping dementia patients rediscover memories and emotions through familiar sound. It’s a powerful reminder of why preserving audio history matters. Click the link below to read more.

Old gramophone music brings memories to life in dementia care | Aged Care Guide A unique form of music therapy using 78rpm gramophone records is helping people living with dementia reconnect with...