Shortcut: The Most Hopeful Music in the World

This podcast episode delves into John Cage's monumental piece "As Slow As Possible," a 639-year organ performance that begins with an extended silence and unfolds across generations, encapsulating not just sound but a profound message of hope, endurance, and our interconnectedness across time. Dale McGowan shares how this piece offers a unique perspective on human existence, suggesting that our collective optimism might eventually be realized as the music reaches its final note.