First performed at the midpoint of the twentieth century; John Cagersquo;s 433"; a composition conceived of without a single musical note; is among the most celebrated and ballyhooed cultural gestures in the history of modern music. A meditation on the act of listening and the nature of performance; Cagersquo;s controversial piece became the iconic statement of the meaning of silence in art and is a landmark work of American music.In this book; Kyle Gann; one of the nationrsquo;s leading music critics; explains 433" as a unique moment in American culture and musical composition. Finding resemblances and resonances of 433" in artworks as wide-ranging as the paintings of the Hudson River School and the music of John Lennon and Yoko Ono; he provides much-needed cultural context for this fundamentally challenging and often misunderstood piece. Gann also explores Cagersquo;s craft; describing in illuminating detail the musical; philosophical; and even environmental influences that informed this groundbreaking piece of music. Having performed 433" himself and as a composer in his own right; Gann offers the reader both an expertrsquo;s analysis and a highly personal interpretation of Cagersquo;s most divisive work.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Lots of Theories. and a Few Facts!By Angel ExrockchickI like the detail given in the book. and the photos of many of the bands and artists. There were a few factual errors. but over all a good theme and many of these legends and stories of the curses. who knows? May well be true. I just dont think it is a smart idea to fall into believing that all Occultism is evil. or devil worship. There are many artists who used the dark mysterious goth back drop stage personas to sell their records. Many such ss Jimmy Page were serious about their Magickal pursuits. and this will not ever be fully understood.There was a few misleading statements about Bobby Fuller. He wasnt living with his Mother. she was out visiting from El Paso. and it was her car that Bobby used to meet the mystery caller that night. That is one I know about personally.It is recommended for an entertaining read fornwhat its worth.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Havent read it yet.By DingoI received my order on time. Book was a little beat up. Wear and tear on the front cover. Looks like a good read. Very happy with my order Thanks again. Dean0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. great bookBy Bert D. Zeitlerwas a great book. second time I have read it and this seemed to be an updated edition. I suggest this book to everyone who likes music and strange stories
