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Music Is a Continuum

202329 minPGtalk

Terry Riley, a pioneering minimalist composer, reflects on his innovative approach to music and its profound emotional impact while residing in Japan.

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Music Is a Continuum

2023• 29 minPG

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Terry Riley, a pioneering minimalist composer, reflects on his innovative approach to music and its profound emotional impact while residing in Japan.

Synopsis

Terry Riley, a pioneering American composer born in 1935, has significantly shaped the minimalist music movement with works like 'In C' and 'A Rainbow in Curved Air.' Known for his innovative approach to composition, Riley views music as a continuum rather than a series of defined beginnings and endings. Residing in Japan, he continues to perform, emphasizing the importance of live improvisation in generating new ideas. His influence extends to numerous musicians, including Phillip Glass and Steve Reich, marking him as a key figure in contemporary music.

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