Non-music and non-architecture. John Cage and Alejandro de la Sota in parallel

• Main Author: Miguel Guerra
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Universidad Politécnica de Madrid 2017-12-01
• Series: Cuadernos de Proyectos Arquitectónicos
• Subjects: john cage; alejandro de la sota; music-architecture; operative strategies
• Online Access: http://polired.upm.es/index.php/proyectos_arquitectonicos/article/view/3725

Abstract This article outlines a possible link between the creative and vital endeavours of the composer John Cage and the architect Alejandro de la Sota. Many aspects suggest a connection between the trajectories of both authors. Ranging from the escape of personal expression or the use of chance in their work to their visions about education and innovation in their respective fields. Other uderlying connections are discussed that have to do with the relationship of both authors with Zen philosophy. Furthermore, the possibility of looking at two contemporary authors (Cage 1912-92, Sota 1913-96) who lived in completely different geographical, social, political and personal contexts adds interest to the study.