Alvin Lucier RIP

[Rabshakeh]

I've heard that Alvin Lucier's death has now been announced.

I saw him perform once, on a whim, at Exeter's Phoenix Art Centre, about 20 years ago. It remains one of the greatest musical experiences of my life. 

An obvious and huge influence on many modern musicians, including Yoshihide Otomo and John Butcher, to name just two.

RIP

[Teasing the Korean]

"I Am Sitting in a Room" is brilliant.

RIP.

Edited December 1, 2021 by Teasing the Korean

[JSngry]

Late to the game on him, but wow.

RIP

[T.D.]

RIP, very sad.

Earlier this year I listened to sections of his 90th birthday I am sitting in a room marathon:

 

https://issueprojectroom.org/event/i-am-sitting-room-alvin-luciers-90th-birthday-celebration

[Jason Bivins]

Damn. RIP, sir.

[BFrank]

Had a chance to see him at the Big Ears Festival a few years ago. I opted for a different show. Sorry I missed him.

[Teasing the Korean]

I was fortunate recently to find a CD of the 1970 version of I Am Sitting in a Room for only $2.99.  The kind of music that demands your undivided attention.