Steve Reich -Music For 18 Instruments -NONESUCH CD Grooves.land/Playthek

Details / Tracklist:

01. "Music for 18 Musicians: Pulses"

02. "Music for 18 Musicians: Section I"

03. "Music for 18 Musicians: Section II"

04. "Music for 18 Musicians: Section IIIA"

05. "Music for 18 Musicians: Section IIIB"

06. "Music for 18 Musicians: Section IV"

07. "Music for 18 Musicians: Section V"

08. "Music for 18 Musicians: Section VI"

09. "Music for 18 Musicians: Section VII"

10. "Music for 18 Musicians: Section VIII"

11. "Music for 18 Musicians: Section IX"

12. "Music for 18 Musicians: Section X"

13. "Music for 18 Musicians: Section XI"

14. "Music for 18 Musicians: Pulses"

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Music For 18 Musicians by Reich, released 18 September 2003, includes the following tracks: "Reich, Steve - Music For 18 Musicians: Section Ii", "Reich, Steve - Music For 18 Musicians: Section Iii", "Reich, Steve - Music For 18 Musicians: Section V", "Reich, Steve - Music For 18 Musicians: Section Vii" and more. This version of Music For 18 Musicians comes as a 1xCD. -

Composed in 1976, Music for 18 Musicians has become a cornerstone of 20th century repertoire in general and percussion music in particular, and has been cited as the seed that ultimately spawned ambient trance music created by admiring practitioners like Orbital, Aphex Twin and the Orb. Originally available only as a volume in Steve Reich's 1997 10-CD boxed set, this new digital recording of the composer's signature opus is now available as a single-disc release.

Recorded October 1996 at the Hit Factory, New York City Mixed November 1996 and January 1997 at the Hit Factory, New York City Special thanks to Bob Hurwitz, Karina Beznicki, David Bither, Peter Claney and Kate Seward. Total Playing Time: 67:42 This new recording is eleven minutes longer than the original [r1164585]. Recorded October 1996, the piece was originally composed twenty years earlier in 1976. Packaged in a standard jewel case held in an O-case. Similar version without "CI" in Matrix can be found here [r18849376]

"Music For 18 Musicians" is a groundbreaking composition by Steve Reich, presented here in CD format by the renowned label Nonesuch. This seminal work, first premiered in 1976, stands as one of the most influential pieces in contemporary classical and minimalist music. The piece features intricate patterns and shifting harmonies performed by an ensemble of voices and instruments, creating a mesmerizing sonic landscape that has captivated audiences for decades. Steve Reich is widely regarded as one of the pioneers of minimalism; his innovative approach to rhythm and structure has earned him numerous accolades including Grammy Awards and the Pulitzer Prize for Music. Nonesuch Records, established in 1964, is celebrated for its commitment to high-quality recordings across genres such as classical, jazz, world music, and alternative rock?making it a trusted name among discerning listeners.

Producer:

Judith Sherman

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Manufacturer No.:

7559794482

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