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Yoko Ono: Music of the Mind Exhibition Opens at Tate Modern

The retrospective showcases seven decades of Ono's groundbreaking art, highlighting her influence on conceptual and performance art.

  • The Tate Modern in London is hosting 'Yoko Ono: Music of the Mind', a major retrospective covering over 200 works across various mediums.
  • Yoko Ono's diverse oeuvre includes music, poetry, avant-garde films, and participatory art, challenging traditional notions of art and spectatorship.
  • The exhibition revisits Ono's contributions to art, detached from her relationship with John Lennon, focusing on themes of liberation, war, and violence against women.
  • Ono's early 'instruction paintings' and performances, such as 'Cut Piece', are highlighted for their innovative approach to engaging the audience.
  • The retrospective also emphasizes Ono's advocacy for peace and collectivity, with works like 'Add Colour (Refugee Boat)' calling for global unity.
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