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john milton cage jr.

 

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Noun john milton cage jr. has 1 sense
  1. 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.

Sample Sentences:

  • 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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