Although Volker Bertelmann is one of the most recognizable 21st-century proponents of what is known as "prepared piano"—where the sound is altered by the insertion of alien objects between or upon its strings, hammers, and dampers—he was barely aware of the champions of such a practise when he first began his experiments. Even John Cage […]
XLR8R — Although Volker Bertelmann is one of the most recognizable 21st-century proponents of what is known as "prepared piano"—where the sound is altered by the insertion... more info