Encounter is a publication by artist and composer Donghoon Gang, delving into the concept of ‘twoness’ and the myriad possibilities, emotions, and narratives that emerge from its ‘encounter.’
The book is organized into two main sections. The first features the performance score of Binary Composition for Two Cellos, composed in 2023/24, which musically captures the interplay and dialogue between two voices. The second comprises essays written by the author, philosopher Kiha Han, art critic Hanbeom Lee, and music critic Yeseul Shin, each offering distinct perspectives on the theme of twoness informed by their unique academic and creative disciplines.
This bilingual publication, presented in both Korean and English, is bound in a special format that allows readers to simultaneously engage with the score and the essays. This design creates an integrated experience, blending the musical elements and the insights presented through the text.
Each essay provides an individual perspective while remaining interconnected with the others, encouraging readers to consider how the dynamics of two influence relationships, coexistence, and the spaces between. Encounter offers a profound opportunity to reflect on the intricate beauty and transformative potential that arise when two entities meet, interact, and evolve. -Publisher