Dive into the avant-garde world of John Cage with "Cage: Works for Percussion, Vol. 2," a captivating exploration of experimental and minimalist music. Released on November 1, 2014, by Hungaroton, this album spans a creative period from 1941 to 1950, showcasing Cage's innovative approach to percussion instruments. The collection features 13 tracks, including iconic pieces like "Third Construction," "Imaginary Landscape No. 3," and "Amores," each demonstrating Cage's unique ability to transform everyday sounds into profound musical experiences. With a duration of 1 hour and 5 minutes, this album is a testament to Cage's enduring influence on classical and experimental music. Whether you're a seasoned fan or a curious newcomer, this album offers a rich and immersive journey through the mind of one of the 20th century's most groundbreaking composers.
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Tracks
Third ConstructionJohn Cage, Amadinda Percussion Group
Credo in UsJohn Cage, Zoltán Kocsis, Amadinda Percussion Group
Imaginary Landscape No. 3John Cage, Amadinda Percussion Group
Imaginary Landscape No. 2John Cage, Amadinda Percussion Group
The Wonderful Widow of 18 SpringsJohn Cage, Katalin Károlyi, Amadinda Percussion Group
Forever and SunsmellJohn Cage, Katalin Károlyi, Amadinda Percussion Group
Amores: I. Solo (Prepared piano)John Cage, Zoltán Kocsis, Amadinda Percussion Group
Amores: II. Trio (9 tom-toms)John Cage, Zoltán Kocsis, Amadinda Percussion Group
Amores: III. Trio (7 woodblocks, not Chinese)John Cage, Zoltán Kocsis, Amadinda Percussion Group
Amores: IV. Solo (Prepared piano)John Cage, Zoltán Kocsis, Amadinda Percussion Group
She Is Asleep: I. Quartet (12 tom-toms)John Cage, Katalin Károlyi, Zoltán Kocsis, Amadinda Percussion Group
She Is Asleep: II. Duo (Voice and prepared piano)John Cage, Katalin Károlyi, Zoltán Kocsis, Amadinda Percussion Group