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(Artist) George Brecht was an American conceptual artist, avant-garde composer, and professional chemist who consulted for prominent companies such as Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, and Mobil Oil. He was a significant figure in Fluxus, an international avant-garde artists' group, from its founding in 1962 until George Maciunas' death in 1978. Brecht was recognized for his interactive art, particularly his Event Scores like Drip Music 1962, which required viewer participation. His work is seen as a precursor to conceptual art, focusing on highlighting the nuances of everyday life.