Alvin Lucier
Composer known for 'I Am Sitting in a Room'
Born
May 14th, 1931
94 years ago
Died
2021
4 years ago — 90 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent composer and academic, contributed significantly to the field of experimental music. Received an A.B. from the University of New Hampshire and studied at Brandeis University. Developed a unique style that often incorporated speech and sound, aiming to explore the relationship between music and the physical environment. Created works that investigated sound and its perceptual implications. Taught at multiple institutions, sharing knowledge with emerging musicians and composers.
Composed 'I Am Sitting in a Room'
Explored the relationship between sound and space
Influenced experimental and electronic music
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