Yoko Ono’s exhibition ‘Music of the Mind’ will open in Chicago in October 2025, featuring over 200 pieces, including significant works like ‘Cut Piece’ and ‘Wish Tree.’ The exhibition emphasizes conceptual art and aims to address broader societal issues. Following its success in London, it is highly anticipated in America.
Yoko Ono’s art exhibition, ‘Music of the Mind,’ will arrive in Chicago in October 2025, following its successful run in London. It will showcase over 200 works, including photography, films, music, and installations that span several decades. Notable pieces will include her iconic 1964 performance, ‘Cut Piece,’ where audience members cut pieces of her clothing to highlight violence against women.
The exhibition will also feature Ono’s book, ‘Grapefruit,’ and musical collaborations with influential artists such as John Cage and John Lennon. The interactive piece ‘Wish Tree,’ inviting visitors to plant their wishes, will be included alongside films like ‘Fly’ and ‘Bottoms.’ The exhibition aims to communicate broader societal issues while celebrating Ono’s artistic contributions.
Juliet Bingham, Curator of International Art at Tate, noted that Ono’s work emphasises “conceptual practice,” prioritising ideas over physical objects, while promoting her call for world peace. The enthusiastic reception in London indicates that Chicago audiences can expect similar excitement when it opens. A review from ‘Far Out’ highlighted the exhibit’s unique balance of joy and seriousness, pointing out how it honours Ono as a vital artist rather than merely a muse.
The upcoming Yoko Ono exhibition ‘Music of the Mind’ will feature over 200 of her works in Chicago, showcasing her powerful, conceptual art. Key pieces like ‘Cut Piece’ and ‘Wish Tree’ are expected to engage audiences emotionally and intellectually, echoing the success previously achieved in London. As a celebration of her radical approach to art and advocacy, the exhibition promises a captivating experience for visitors.
Original Source: faroutmagazine.co.uk