Andrew Granade

University of Missouri - Kansas City

John Cage, Harry Partch, and Maverick Histories

John Cage and Harry Partch are often labeled “Maverick Composers” and linked to composers from William Billings to Laurie Anderson. However, any surface similarities belie strong and significant differences between the two. This talk takes a closer look at this relationship, first tracing the history of their interactions and then teasing out the influences each had on the other, first in Partch’s Castor and Pollux and then in Cage’s HPSCHD. By exploring this tense, but mutually beneficial relationship, this talk aims to not only trace a straight line of compositional thought, but also tease out the circular dance of influence that defined these composers.

Workshop:

Universal Design and the Music History Classroom

Saturday, Sept. 23^rd, 10:00-12:30 PM,

First defined by David H. Rose, Ed.D. at Harvard University in the 1990s, Universal Design for Learning encourages educators to develop curriculum based on multiple means of representation, expression, and engagement – all designed to address the variety of modes in which students acquire knowledge. Granade will discuss constructive student learning outcomes, assessments, and methods using the lens of UDL and its principles of inclusiveness. Workshop attendees are strongly encouraged to bring their own syllabi and lesson plans to share ideas and collaborate on strategies for achieving greater accessibility.