Performance Practice in the Music of Steve Reich

ISBN-13: 9781316606087 / Angielski / Miękka / 2018 / 292 str.

Russell Hartenberger

Opis

A performer's perspective on Reich's compositions which explores the techniques developed by musicians to bring his compositions to life.

Recenzje

'This excellent book celebrates composer Steve Reich with an 80th birthday gift of publication. … This reviewer gives an A+ to the publisher and author for offering this fine book on the subject. … this volume gives a welcome and expert guide to the subject. … highly recommended.' Geary Larrick, Nacwpi Journal

Spis treści

Foreword Steve Reich; Introduction, 1. Drumming, early days; 2. Percussion and Drumming; 3. The process of composing Drumming; 4. Drumming, Part I; 5. Drumming, Part II; 6. Drumming, Part III; 7. Drumming, Part IV; 8. Acoustics of Drumming; 9. Anatomy of a phase; 10. Performance practice in Drumming; 11. Clapping Music; 12. Music for Pieces of Wood; 13. Six Pianos; 14. Music for Mallet Instruments, Voices, and Organ; 15. Music for 18 Musicians; 16. Inside rhythm.