Episode 4

Meet Joseph Byrd, avant garde composer, psychedelic rock musician, teach, writer, gourmand. Joseph is in his 80s now and resides in Oregon. In this episode, we discuss his early life, college years, and early musical influences. 

In this conversation, we explore Joseph's relationship with La Monte Young, from California to New York. We also learn more about working with John Cage, moving beyond chance in composition, mushrooms, and just how bad La Monte Young's homemade curry was. 

Joseph Byrd discusses the heady days in New York City in the early '60s, composing, performing, and trying to eat.