Kinetic Sound Sculpture in Osoyoos BC
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N 49° 01.956 W 119° 28.080
11U E 319609 N 5434014
Quick Description: "Narrow Passages, Ageless Sound" is a sculpture were the wind moves the chimes to create the sounds of the seasons.
Location: British Columbia, Canada
Date Posted: 5/17/2010 8:40:33 PM
Waymark Code: WM8VPQ
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Long Description:
This kinetic sculpture at the town hall of Osyoos BC incorporates kinetics and sound to interpret the geography and history of the region. It is called "Narrow Passages, Endless Sounds" and was created by Don Dickson. The overall sculpture relates to the mountains, the reeds are the kinetic elements. These relate to the water flowing through this pocket desert. When moved by the wing they act as harmonic chimes. The seasons are shown with the discs at the base for the 13 month lunar cycle of the year.
Title of Piece: Narrow Passages, endless Sound
Artist: Don Dickson
Material/Media: steel
Date of Creation or Placement: not listed on the plaques
Location (specific park, transit center, library, etc.): Osoyoos Town Hall
Web link(s) for additional information: Not listed
Web link(s) to YouTube or other video: Not listed
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