Norman W. Long

**Norman W. Long** is a Chicago-based sound artist and composer whose work blurs the lines between environmental observation and experimental music. Rooted in field recordings and electroacoustic improvisation, Long crafts immersive soundscapes that explore urban ecosystems, ecological shifts, and the hidden rhythms of everyday spaces. His recent releases—like the meditative *Return and Recovery*, the layered environmental storytelling of *BLACK BROWN GRAY GREEN*, and the organic textures of *Marsh Filter* and *Reeds*—reflect his fascination with nature’s resilience and humanity’s complex relationship with the environment.

Active in Chicago’s experimental music scene, Long often incorporates DIY electronics, found sounds, and site-specific installations into his practice. His work not only invites listeners to rethink their surroundings but also emphasizes community engagement through soundwalks and collaborative workshops. Whether evoking marshlands or cityscapes, Long’s art feels like a conversation between place, memory, and the act of listening itself.