“I have a very dear friend, a great painter, called me up very upset, the work wasn’t going well… He asked me to come to his studio -- which I did -- I looked around at the work, dozens of sketches, drawings, large pictures, and I was very close to his work, intensely involved with his work, and he asked me, ‘What’s wrong?’ And I said, ‘Simple – it’s a loss of nerve.”
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Morton Feldman Says: Selected Interviews and Lectures 1964-1987
Morton Feldman Says: Selected Interviews and Lectures 1964-1987 is a compilation of conversations and talks by the renowned composer Morton Feldman. The book delves into his thoughts on composition, aesthetics, and the role of the artist in society. It includes a range of interviews and lectures, showcasing Feldman's evolving musical ideas and his impact on contemporary music. more
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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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