Workshop with Action Pyramid and Counterflows as part of A Sound Map of the River Clyde

PROJECT >
A Sound Map of the River Clyde is a new community-focussed music project initiated by composer Annea Lockwood in collaboration with Counterflows, and led by sound artist and musician Tom Fisher (also known as Action Pyramid) alongside producer Emmie McLuskey.

Running throughout 2026–27, the project will culminate in a new composition tracing the entire River Clyde, from its source in the Southern Uplands, South Lanarkshire to its mouth at the Firth of Clyde.

Working with individuals, groups and communities who live, work and have a close relationship with the River Clyde, the project will create an aural portrait of the river through field recordings gathered along its length. The resulting work will be presented as a sound installation at Counterflows Music Festival 2027 (1–4 April).

More info about the project and how to get involved HERE.

WORKSHOP >
As part of the Music Space programme, Tom Fisher (Action Pyramid) is facilitating a workshop for 16–25* year olds to explore how to use the recording equipment, approaches to listening and field recording, and how to contribute recordings to the project. The workshop is also a chance to meet others interested in sound, listening, and the River Clyde.

No previous experience is required!

After attending the workshop, you’ll be able to borrow a recording kit through GLOSS and contribute your own recordings. If you’re already experienced with field recording equipment, you’re welcome to borrow a kit directly. Two kits are available throughout the project for loans of up to five days.

Location information: Baron’s Haugh Nature Reserve, Motherwell
We will take a train from Glasgow Central to Airbles Station and use a scout hut as a place for briefings and lunch. The walk from the station to the scout hut is along a road, it takes 10 minutes. It then takes 20 mins to get to Baron’s Haugh Nature Reserve. Once we pass the car park in Baron’s Haugh Nature Reserve it opens up to a path that is uneven in places and sometimes muddy.

There will be no access to toilets while we’re out recording. The nearest toilets will be at the scout hut, which is accessible.

The loop of Baron’s Haugh includes winding paths and small hilly terrain, as well as parts where wild-life is overgrown onto public paths. While recording at the Clyde it’s important to note that the banks can be muddy or marsh-like. Waterproof shoes and trousers are very helpful here.

If you have any access requirements or concerns about the route, please get in touch beforehand. We’re very happy to talk through the route, the sites we’ll be visiting, or any adjustments that might help.

When we’re out field recording we are working in the natural environment often on the river banks, there will be little to no access to amenities, including toilets, we will provide up to date information for each individual trip ahead of time with room to discuss any changes with you.

/// Following on from the workshop, there will be an additional project for Music Space led by dundee radio club, more info to follow \\\

*Our activity is for people up to the age of 30 if they are:
> Disabled, including those with a long-term illness, neurodiverse people and anyone else who would identify with the social model of disability.
> Care experienced, and/or have been a young carer (including those with children or those who have cared for/are caring for someone with a long-term illness or disability).

Picture credit: Jon Rulton

A Sound Map of the River Clyde is made possible through support from Creative Scotland’s Expanded Festival Fund.