Susan Philipsz

9 Apr 2022 — 1 Mar 2026 at SFMOMA · San Francisco

Susan Philipsz

This outdoor sound installation offers a contemplative listening experience for visitors as they enjoy panoramic views of downtown San Francisco on the recently reopened Floor 7 terrace.

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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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About the venue

SFMOMA · 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…

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