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John Cage turns 100!

Started by Syt, September 05, 2012, 12:52:54 AM

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Syt

September 05, 2012, 12:52:54 AM
John Cage, American composer and beloved Mortal Kombat character would turn 100 today.




In celebration here's his famous piece 4'33". Originally composed for piano, the BBC bring us the fully orchestrated version of the classic:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hUJagb7hL0E
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Jaron

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September 05, 2012, 01:37:54 AM
That PISSED me off. It took me about 4'32 to figure it out. <_<
Winner of THE grumbler point.
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