Día de Muertos is the Mexican holiday honoring life and death every year on November 1 and 2. Rather than a day of mourning, it celebrates the relationship of life and death. As an integral tradition to the holiday, people make ofrendas, home altars, to honor ancestors and loved ones who have passed. They place flowers, food items and many other offerings that those who have passed on enjoy on their ofrendas.

This year, Vocalo and Domingos En Vocalo invited listeners to participate in a Sonic Ofrenda honoring loved ones who have passed this Día de Muertos. Callers left a voice message describing those they are honoring on the holiday, and the memories they hold close to their heart all year-round.

These were then woven together to create an audio altar honoring those who still live with us in spirit, painting intimate pictures of those who have passed, and connecting strangers around the city in remembrance and celebration.