Variations IV – John Cage – Audio CD – Pre Owned CDs (Arrives in 14days)

John Cage’s “Variations IV” is a radical departure from the traditional boundaries of Western Classical music. Released during a period when Cage was at the forefront of avant-garde experimentation, this work is a compelling invitation to rethink what music can be. Cage’s approach here is both playful and profound: using chance operations, he constructs an ever-evolving soundscape that blurs the line between composition and environment. The album is less a static recording and more a living document of sound in motion, making each listening experience unique. “Variations IV” is particularly significant for collectors and listeners who crave music that challenges habits and invites active engagement, not passive consumption. By foregrounding the unpredictability of everyday sounds and the concept of indeterminacy, Cage dismantles the very idea of musical authorship, allowing listeners to co-create meaning with every spin. This pressing is a must-have for those fascinated by the intersection of art, philosophy, and sound. For anyone interested in the evolution of 20th-century music, “Variations IV” stands as a testament to Cage’s enduring influence and an essential artifact in the story of experimental composition.

Track List:
1 – John Cage And David Tudor – Performance Introduction – 2:55
2 – Excerpts – 7pm To 8pm – 5:26
3 – Excerpts – 8pm To 9pm – 12:03
4 – Excerpts – 9pm To 10pm – 8:57
5 – Excerpts – 10pm To 11pm – 6:08
6 – Excerpts – 11pm To 12am – 15:28
7 – Excerpts – 12am To 1am – 14:27