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Cage, John Cage, John Milton Cage Jr. - United States composer of avant-garde music (1912-1992)
--₁ is a kind of composer

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John Milton Cage Jr.

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John Milton Cage Jr. (1912-1992) was an influential American composer, musician, writer, and artist. He is best known for his experimental and avant-garde approach to music, which revolutionized the field of contemporary classical music. Cage's compositions often embraced chance, indeterminacy, and non-traditional elements. He was a pioneer of aleatoric music and developed the concept of the "prepared piano." Cage's groundbreaking work continues to inspire and challenge musicians and artists of various genres.

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John Milton Cage Jr. was a visionary composer who pushed the boundaries of music.
The avant-garde compositions of John Milton Cage Jr. challenged traditional notions of music.
In his famous piece 4'33", John Milton Cage Jr. composed a score of silence, encouraging listeners to focus on environmental sounds.
Cage's concept of the prepared piano, where objects are inserted between the strings, created unique and unexpected sounds.
The writings of John Milton Cage Jr. reflect his deep philosophical and artistic explorations.

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