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Discussion 2 (3)

Discussion 2 (3)

Q 1.) First of all, what does "tacet" mean? Give me the definition that you find and be sure to cite your source. 2.) Next, the picture above is the score (piece of sheet music) to a "legitimate" piece of music by a major composer, John Cage. He is also frequently considered a music philosopher. Please do some basic research about John Cage and give a brief biography about him. 3.) Additionally, take some time to look up some of the videos of this work that are out there on YouTube. You might even take a minute to look up some of his other pieces (some links are below). After our readings and doing some brief research on your own, would you consider the work above 4’33” to be music? State why or why not would you consider it music. Be specific and explain why you feel one way or another.

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1. The word “Tacet” is a Latin Word that is basically associated with music. It literally means “it is silent.” Just hearing the word alone will not make any sense. There has to be a number preceding the word which helps to identify the note that will remain silent. 2. John Cage was popular as a music theorist, an American composer and philosopher but he is also known for his indeterminacy in music. People used to call him a pioneer in this and he made a name for the unconventional use of musical instruments. Electroacoustic music reached a new level with his brilliant tactics.