John Cage: Confessions of a Composer

This is "John Cage: Confessions of a Composer" (2019) written by John Cage and translated by Jo Onishi.

This is an original Japanese project that includes two lectures by John Cage (1912-1992), the composer who fundamentally changed the meaning of music, in which he talks about his life.

The book is a compact, humorous and simple introduction to Cage's life, providing an overview of his creative endeavors through his autobiography. It also touches on new facts and sources of inspiration that were revealed for the first time in these lectures, making it a must-read for anyone interested in Cage's life.

His conceptual compositions, attitude and thoughts towards music are full of suggestions for our lives. Please try to sublimate the precious essence of his music, which is told in his own words, into your own. (Ammel)