1604day.year
The Guru Granth Sahib is fully compiled and completed by Guru Arjan.
In 1604, Sikh scripture Guru Granth Sahib was compiled and completed under Guru Arjan, becoming the central religious text of Sikhism.
The Guru Granth Sahib, the holy scripture of Sikhism, was finalized on August 29, 1604, by the fifth Sikh Guru, Guru Arjan Dev.
This compilation brought together hymns and writings of the Sikh Gurus and Hindu and Muslim saints, promoting interfaith harmony.
Guru Arjan meticulously selected and arranged the sacred texts in poetic verses, ensuring a cohesive spiritual guide for followers.
The completed volume, adorned with a golden cover, was installed in the newly built Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) in Amritsar.
Over time, the Guru Granth Sahib has been revered not only as scripture but also as the eternal living Guru, guiding Sikh faith and practice.
Its creation marked a defining moment in Sikh history, solidifying the religion’s theology and community identity.
1604
Guru Granth Sahib
Guru Arjan
1952day.year
American experimental composer John Cage's 4’33” premieres at Maverick Concert Hall, played by American pianist David Tudor.
John Cage’s experimental composition 4’33” premieres, challenging perceptions of music and silence.
On August 29, 1952, pianist David Tudor performed John Cage’s 4’33” at the Maverick Concert Hall in Woodstock, New York.
The piece consists of three movements in which the performer remains silent for a total of four minutes and thirty-three seconds.
Cage sought to redefine music, directing audience attention to ambient sounds and the experience of listening itself.
The premiere provoked debate about the nature of art, performance and intentionality.
4’33” has since become one of the most controversial and influential works of 20th-century avant-garde music.
It paved the way for experimental composition and expanded concepts of sound in art.
The work’s legacy endures in discussions of noise, silence and the boundaries of musical expression.
1952
experimental composer
John Cage
4’33”
Maverick Concert Hall
American
David Tudor
1966day.year
The Beatles perform their last concert before paying fans at Candlestick Park in San Francisco.
On August 29, 1966, The Beatles gave their final paid concert at Candlestick Park in San Francisco.
The Beatles' performance at Candlestick Park on August 29, 1966, marked the end of their era of paid live concerts. The iconic British band delivered a 30-minute set to a crowd of over 25,000 fans. Songs included hits such as 'Twist and Shout', 'Ticket to Ride', and 'I'm Down'. Despite technical limitations and overwhelming fan noise, the show cemented the group’s reputation as live music trailblazers. After this date, The Beatles would focus exclusively on studio recordings, pioneering new techniques in sound production. The concert has since become a legendary moment in rock history, symbolizing the close of a chapter in popular music. Fans and historians remember the event as a turning point that ushered in the band’s more experimental phase. Recordings and memorabilia from the night continue to captivate enthusiasts around the world.
1966
The Beatles
Candlestick Park
San Francisco