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La Monte Young is an American composer born on October 14, 1935. He is known for his pioneering work in experimental music and minimalism. Young's compositions often explore the use of sustained tones and unconventional structures, challenging traditional notions of music. He has influenced many contemporary composers and musicians, and his contributions to the field of music have made him a significant figure in avant-garde and minimalist music.
"One of the aspects of form that I have been very interested in is stasis - the concept of form which is not so directional in time, not so much climactic form, but rather form which allows time, to stand still."
Time,
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