The Sound of Silence (John Cage)

"The Sound of Silence" by John Cage isn't an actual piece by Cage; it's a famous song by Simon & Garfunkel. However, if you refer to Cage, he is known for exploring silence and the nature of sound. Cage viewed silence not as absence but as a space filled with potential sounds, emphasizing listening to all ambient noises around us. His work challenges the idea of music needing structured melodies, encouraging awareness of the sounds present in everyday life, including silence itself. In this perspective, silence becomes an active, dynamic element of sound and experience, inviting a deeper appreciation of what we often overlook.