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“I am also interested in music expanding consciousness. By expanding consciousness, I mean that old patterns can be replaced with new ones.”

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Pauline Oliveros

Pauline Oliveros, born on May 30, 1932, was an influential composer and musician from the United States. Her work spanned a wide range of genres, including electronic music, experimental music, and improvisation, and had a profound impact on contemporary music. more

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