What silence can teach you about sound | Dallas Taylor
Aug 17, 2022
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Dallas Taylor, host of the podcast 'Twenty Thousand Hertz', dives deep into the fascinating world of sound and silence. He unpacks John Cage's thought-provoking composition '4'33'', challenging listeners to appreciate the unnoticed sounds in their surroundings. Taylor shares insights from Cage's experiments in an anechoic chamber, revealing the tension between noise and silence. Through mindful listening, he encourages a transformation in our understanding of sound, inviting us to embrace the beauty of quiet moments in our noisy lives.
What can you hear in silence? In this exploration of sound, host of the podcast "Twenty Thousand Hertz" Dallas Taylor tells the story of arguably the most debated musical composition in recent history -- composer John Cage's iconic piece 4'33" -- and invites you to take notice of the soundscape around you. Watch to the end to experience a performance of 4'33''.