Cobar Sound Chapel, Sound art installation near Cobar, Australia
The cylindrical steel structure contains a concrete chapel with quadrophonic sound equipment, positioned on a hill visible from considerable distances.
In 2016, composer Georges Lentz initiated the project by approaching architect Glenn Murcutt to transform an old water tank into a sound installation.
The installation draws inspiration from Aboriginal artist Kathleen Petyarre and incorporates the Ngiyampaa people's connection to the land, known as kubbur.
Visitors can obtain access keys from the Cobar information center to experience the installation, which operates on a 12-volt battery system.
The sound system utilizes modified car stereo components to withstand extreme temperatures and dust while delivering immersive audio experiences in the desert.
Location: New South Wales
GPS coordinates: -31.49873,145.84183
Latest update: June 6, 2025 15:07
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