Please read the profile before purchasing. No noticeable scratches or stains as shown in the photos. There may be some minor scuffs and signs of use that are difficult to convey in the photos. Despite being 16 years old since its publication, the yellowing is acceptable. No writing or markings. This book is available new, so it's priced affordably. "Selected Writings of John Cage" Junichi Konuma / John Cage Price: ¥1200 + tax (¥1320) First edition, May 2009 John Cage's emergence fundamentally changed the way we listen to music and create sound. He turned away from the traditional composer-led approach to music and broke conventions by incorporating "chance" into composition, performance, and appreciation to eliminate all intentions. "Each and every sound is unique and does not possess European history or theory." This idea was also preserved in words. This book is an original compilation of his music theory, essays on his beloved mushrooms, and innovative texts, mainly focusing on works not included in the original book. It also includes commentary and a chronology by the editor. John Milton Cage Jr. (September 5, 1912 - August 12, 1992) American musician, composer, poet, thinker, and mycologist. As an experimental musician, he has influenced the entire avant-garde art scene. He expanded the definition of music through his unique music theory and expression. He used various materials, including "silence," in his works and performances, with "4'33"" being a representative work. Junichi Konuma Born in 1959. Professor at the Faculty of Letters, Arts and Sciences, Waseda University. Recipient of the 8th Idemitsu Music Award. His publications include "Toru Takemitsu: Sound, Words, and Image," "The Enchanted Body: The Traveling Musician Colin McPhee and His Time," and "Minimal Music: Its Development and Thought" (all published by Seidosha), "Sound Ethics: An Introduction to Future 'Music Culture Theory'" and "Re-Introduction to the Orchestra: From Symphony to Gagaku, Gamelan, and YMO" (both published by Heibonsha Shinsho), "Piazzolla" (Kawade Shobo Shinsha), and "Unaccompanied: Ysaÿe, Bach, and the Memory of the Fiddle" (Artes Publishing), among many others. He also participated in the selection and writing of the music anthology "schola" series, comprehensively supervised by Ryuichi Sakamoto. *We mainly handle popular works and out-of-print paperback editions. Please check the seller's product list. #JunichiKonuma #Junichi_Konuma #JohnCage #John_Cage #Books #Art/Music/Dance