Experimental Music
Experimental music is a compositional tradition that arose in the mid-20th century, particularly in North America, of music composed in such a way that its outcome is unforeseeable. John Cage is seen as one of the more notable composers associated with this music. Elements include "Prepared" instruments—ordinary instruments modified in their tuning or sound-producing characteristics; using instruments, tunings, rhythms or scales from non-Western musical traditions; using sound sources other than conventional musical instruments, such as trash cans, telephone ringers, or doors slamming, creating experimental musical instruments for enhancing the timbre of compositions and exploring new techniques and possibilities. For example, inserting items in between piano strings, creating a different timbre of sound from the usual piano. An example of prepared instruments in experimental music: John Cage's Sonatas and Interludes for prepared piano https://www.youtube.com/watch?gl=SG&hl=en-GB&v=zr8gTKDQ7NQ |