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Description: | Vinyl LP pressing. A live performance of four early works by Steve Reich: "Four Organs," "My Name Is," "Piano Phase," and "Phase Patterns." This 1970 performance marked an important moment in San Francisco Bay Area new music history with the triumphant return to the East Bay by Reich, who studied at Mills College with Luciano Berio and performed the 1964 world premiere of Terry Riley's seminal In C at the San Francisco Tape Music Center. The resonant acoustics of the University of California at Berkeley Museum's concrete interior were especially appropriate for "Four Organs", with it's long additive sustained chords over a maraca pulse."Berkeley University Museum - November 7, 1970" is a remarkable vinyl maxi release that captures the innovative spirit of Steve Reich, one of the most influential composers in contemporary classical music. Recorded live at Berkeley University Museum, this album showcases Reich's pioneering approach to minimalism and phase shifting techniques. The performance is an immersive journey through hypnotic rhythms and intricate patterns, offering listeners a unique insight into the evolution of modern composition during the early 1970s. Released by MODERN SILENCE, known for their high-quality reissues and dedication to preserving avant-garde masterpieces on vinyl, this edition ensures audiophile sound quality and meticulous attention to detail. Steve Reich has received numerous accolades throughout his career, including Grammy Awards and a Pulitzer Prize nomination; his works such as "Music for 18 Musicians" have become cornerstones of minimalist music worldwide. |
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