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Book Synopsis: Foraging for mushrooms with John Cage: writing, art, photography and ephemera from an idiosyncratic chapter in the composer’s life
Imagined as an extended mushroom-foraging expedition, John Cage: A Mycological Foray gathers together Cage’s mushroom-themed compositions, photographs, illustrations and ephemera. Indeterminacy Stories and other writings by Cage are interwoven throughout the first volume within a central essay examining Cage’s enduring relationship with mycology. Also included is a transcript of Cage’s 1983 performance, MUSHROOMS et Variationes. The second volume is the inaugural reproduction of Cage’s 1972 portfolio, Mushroom Book, authored in collaboration with illustrator Lois Long and botanist Alexander H. Smith. Readers are thus drawn through the landscape of Cage’s mycologically centred oeuvre and interests, discovering assorted works, images, compositions, philosophies and ephemera, as one might encounter assorted fungi and flora while foraging.
John Cage: A Mycological Foray constitutes a new, idiosyncratic chapter in Cage’s oeuvre, a departure from the composer’s more established narrative.
American composer and music theorist John Cage (1912–92) was a pioneer of indeterminacy in music, electroacoustic music and a leading figure of the postwar avant-garde. His influence extended to the realms of dance, poetry, performance and visual art.
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Experience the fascinating world of mushrooms with John Cage: A Mycological Foray. This captivating book takes you on a journey through the composer's unique perspective on mushrooms, combining music, art, photography, and writings. Indulge in Cage's mushroom-themed compositions, illustrated with stunning photographs and illustrations, as well as his intriguing Indeterminacy Stories. You'll also delve into a central essay that explores Cage's enduring relationship with mycology, giving you a deeper understanding of his creative process.
But that's not all! The second volume of John Cage: A Mycological Foray introduces you to Cage's renowned Mushroom Book, a collaboration with illustrator Lois Long and botanist Alexander H. Smith. This exclusive reproduction allows you to explore Cage's botanical world, immersing yourself in a collection of works, images, compositions, philosophies, and ephemera. Just like foraging for mushrooms in the wild, you never know what incredible discoveries await you.
John Cage: A Mycological Foray offers a fresh and unconventional chapter in Cage's artistic journey. Step away from the ordinary and embrace his mycologically centered oeuvre, filled with innovation, beauty, and depth. Discover the world of mushrooms through the eyes of a true visionary.
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to embark on a mycological adventure with John Cage. Get your copy of John Cage: A Mycological Foray today and experience the magic of mushrooms like never before.
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