Zappa Had Adopted the 1921 Edgar Varese's Statement

Photo Christian Rose / Batteur Magazine '94

It was at the completion of this work that Varèse, along with Carlos Salzedo, founded the International Composers' Guild, dedicated to the performances of new compositions of both American and European composers. The ICG's manifesto in July 1921 included the statement that:

"The present day composers refuse to die. They have realised the necessity of banding together and fighting for the right of each individual to secure a fair and free presentation of his work"
Edgard Victor Achille Charles Varèse
(Dec.22 1883/Nov.6 1965)