Name: From Thin Air: Minimalist and process music from Africa to Arvo Pärt
Start: 2025-05-01T19:00:00+01:00
End: 2025-05-01T20:00:00+01:00
Location: Rich Mix

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This lecture delves into musical forms which rely on the most economical of materials and concepts.
About this Event

This lecture delves into musical forms which rely on the most economical of materials and concepts. From Steve Reich’s adoption of rhythmic cycles and phasing in Ewe drumming to the expressive power of Estonian composer Arvo Pärt’s music, we explore how profound effect can emerge from such apparent simplicity. This lecture unpacks the processes behind celebrated minimalist works and reveals the quiet and elegant mechanisms underpinning their musical power.

A lecture by  Professor Milton Mermikides

This event is also available to watch live online. To register, visit:  gres.hm/process-music

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