"Blackbirds Rise from a Field...": production, structure and obedience in John Cage's Lecture on Nothing

Dixon, M. (2007) "Blackbirds Rise from a Field...": production, structure and obedience in John Cage's Lecture on Nothing. Avant Garde Critical Studies, 20, pp. 389-401.

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Abstract

This essay presents a philosophical analysis of Cage's technique of rhythmic structure. It advances the notion that the form/content dialectic progresses in neo-avant-garde works to such an extent that the "content" of these works becomes their own "means". This I term the "involution" of artistic technique.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Dixon, Dr Martin
Authors: Dixon, M.
Subjects:M Music and Books on Music > ML Literature of music
College/School:College of Arts & Humanities > School of Culture and Creative Arts > Music
Journal Name:Avant Garde Critical Studies
ISSN:1387-3008

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