Reading Response 2

1. Identify the article you have selected and why you chose it.
I chose The Future of Music by John Cage, I usually pick out articles that seem interesting to me or have a title that stands out, which is why I chose this one.
2. What are the main points of the essay?
Cage talks about the way music is composed and heard in the present time, (which is the early 1900's when he wrote it) and how he believes it will be composed in the future. His central message however is in Capital letters and are spaced above each idea. He truly believes in the devices that were currently being used in the 20th century and estimates the impact it could have on the future. He also comments on how the latest sound inventions mimic past century devices and says that, "we are shielded from new sound experiences" seemimg eager to explore the possibilities these devices could do with out referencing to their precursors. Overall there's a tone of excitement through out the passage which makes it more of an interesting article.
3. How are the ideas or arguments in this article relevant to your own practice as a media artist?
This article shows me the excitement and possibilities we put on new inventions and as a media artist, you have to be aware of recent discoveries because they can be convenient for up-and-coming projects. It also makes me look at Cage's ideas and see how relevant are they compared to the equipment that exists today; making me appreciate and acknowledge technological advancements.