“For years I said if I could only find a comfortable chair I would rival Mozart.”
Quote by Morton Feldman
Work
Give My Regards to Eighth Street: Collected Writings of Morton Feldman
The book features Feldman's essays, interviews, and other writings, offering a comprehensive view of his intellectual and creative journey in the realms of music and contemporary culture. more
Author
Morton Feldman
Morton Feldman was an influential American composer known for his minimalist style. Born on January 12, 1926, in New York City, Feldman's musical career spanned several decades, during which he produced a significant body of work that has had a lasting impact on contemporary music. His compositions are characterized by their use of repetitive structures, long durations, and a focus on texture and timbre. Feldman passed away on September 3, 1987. more
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