Anthony Schmalz "Tony" Conrad, a multifaceted American creative force, left an indelible mark on the realms of avant-garde video art, experimental filmmaking, music, composition, sound art, teaching, and writing. His illustrious career, spanning from the early 1960s, was characterized by an unwavering commitment to innovation and a boundless enthusiasm for exploring the frontiers of various artistic mediums.
As a trailblazer, Conrad was instrumental in shaping the trajectories of both structural film and drone music. His work, marked by an unwavering dedication to pushing the boundaries of his craft, not only reflected his deep-seated passion for artistic expression but also his innate ability to collaborate with an array of visionary artists.
One of the most significant collaborations of his career was with La Monte Young's groundbreaking 1960s New York experimental music group, Theatre of Eternal Music. This partnership, marked by a shared passion for pushing the limits of sound and vision, resulted in a body of work that continues to inspire and influence generations of artists, musicians, and filmmakers.
