Were his early compositions in a more traditional or experimental style?
Traditional
Experimental
Neither
Both styles simultaneously
Answer
The compositions of John Cage were often experimental, but his early compositions were more traditional. His first piece, "4'33", was a silent piece that lasted for four minutes and thirty-three seconds. It was meant to challenge the audience's expectations of what music is and to make them think about the role of silence in music.
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