On the mountaintops of Luzon, Philippines are a collection of unique, high-altitude rainforest ecosystems called “sky islands.” These isolated habitats foster rare and diverse species, making them critical yet vulnerable natural environments that are highly susceptible to climatic changes. Drawing inspiration from the natural phenomena of her home region, composer and percussionist Susie Ibarra created … Continue reading Susie Ibarra’s “Sky Islands” is an Evocative Sonification of Fragile Rainforest Ecosystems