[1] This has been described as "A live performance and sound experience exploring phantom islands as weather phenomenon by J. R. Carpenter and Jules Rawlinson.
"[2] J.R. Carpenter's inspiration for An Island of Sound came from the tales told throughout history that "try to make sense of wind.
"[2][1] The description of this work points to legends of mythical creatures such as sirens and sprites causing storms.
[3] Carpenter stated that she wants to deconstruct these myths rooted in colonialism by using the “materials against themselves.” [3] A live performance of An Island of Sound was held December 2022 for the Edinburgh Futures Institute.
[1] This work was exhibited in events on December 2, 2022 at the Edinburgh Candlelight Concerts[5][6] and July 7, 2003 at the Mix Conference 2023 at the British Library.