TED-Ed: Test yourself: Can you tell the difference between music and noise? | Hanako Sawada

John Cage's work challenged traditional music norms by using unconventional instruments and questioning the boundaries between music and noise. His performances, like Water Walk, used household items to create soundscapes, prompting audiences to reconsider their definitions of music. Cage's innovative approaches included pioneering new instruments and integrating chance into compositions, often leaving decisions to randomness. His legacy lies in encouraging musicians and audiences to embrace unexpected experiences and redefine musical expectations.

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