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Book Synopsis: Archival documents and new writings on the intermedia collaborations of avant-garde jazz trumpeter Don Cherry and textile artist Moki CherryDon Cherry and Moki Karlsson met in Sweden in the late ’60s. They married and began to perform together, dubbing their mix of communal art, social and environmental activism, children’s education and pan-ethnic expression “Organic Music.” Their home in Tågarp became a locus of artistic production, attracting free-spirited musicians, poets, actors and artists with the promise of collective life. There, Keith Knox assembled Tågarp Publication Number One to document the collectivistic practices blooming under the Cherrys’ guidance. Reproduced here, the text includes interviews with Terry Riley and Cherry, a piece on Pandit Pran Nath, a report on the Bombay Free School and a survey of the esoteric Forest University by Bengt af Kintberg. This book explores Don Cherry’s work of the period through additional interviews by Knox, a piece on his Relativity Suite and an essay by Fumi Okiji. Moki’s writings on her workshops are featured alongside full-color reproductions of her tapestries, used as performance environments by Don’s ensembles. Cherry collaborators Bengt Berger and Christer Bothén contribute travelogues from the era.
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Experience the captivating world of Don and Moki Cherry's intermedia collaborations with Organic Music Societies. This groundbreaking book brings together archival documents and new writings, giving you an in-depth understanding of their avant-garde jazz and textile art. From their humble beginnings in Sweden to their transformative performances, the Cherrys' mix of communal art, activism, and pan-ethnic expression will leave you mesmerized.
Step into the vibrant world of Tågarp, the home of Don and Moki Cherry, where artistic production thrived. Discover the allure of collective life as free-spirited musicians, poets, actors, and artists flocked to their doorstep. Tågarp Publication Number One offers a glimpse into this creative haven, featuring interviews with music legends such as Terry Riley and Cherry himself, along with captivating reports on significant figures like Pandit Pran Nath and the Bombay Free School. Bengt af Kintberg takes you on an immersive journey through the esoteric Forest University.
Delve deeper into the genius of Don Cherry with additional interviews by Keith Knox. Uncover the intricate details of his Relativity Suite and gain valuable insights through an enlightening essay by Fumi Okiji. Moki's workshops, a vital part of the Organic Music experience, are brought to life through her writings. Immerse yourself in the visual splendor of her tapestries, which were used as performance environments by Don's ensembles.
Travel back in time with Bengt Berger and Christer Bothén as they share their mesmerizing travelogues from the era. Let their words transport you to the very heart of this incredible artistic movement. Organic Music Societies is your ticket to a world where music, art, and activism interweave to create a truly unforgettable experience.
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