Susan Philipsz: Songs Sung in the First Person on Themes of Longing, Sympathy and Release
from 9 Apr 2022 at San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
· San Francisco
This exhibition presents Susan Philipsz's distinctive practice centered on the human voice and sound. Working across performance, recording, and installation, Philipsz creates works that engage with themes of longing, sympathy, and release through songs sung in the first person. Her practice draws on folk traditions, personal narratives, and emotional vulnerability to create immersive sonic experiences that invite viewers to reflect on shared human experiences.
About the artist
Susan Philipsz
1965
Susan Mary Philipsz OBE is a Scottish artist who won the 2010 Turner Prize. Originally a sculptor, she is best known for her sound installations. She records herself singing a cappella versions of songs which are replayed over a public address system in the gallery or other installation. She…
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San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
· San Francisco
The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) is a modern and contemporary art museum and nonprofit organization located in San Francisco, California. SFMOMA was the first museum on the West Coast devoted solely to 20th-century art, and has built an internationally recognized collection with over…
