Steve Reich, a pioneer of minimal music, invites you into his world with "Phases: A Nonesuch Retrospective," a comprehensive collection released in 2006. This five-CD set is a celebration of Reich's influential career, showcasing his unique compositional style and innovative use of rhythm and repetition. The album spans a vast array of his works, from the iconic "Music for 18 Musicians" to the introspective "Different Trains" and the mesmerizing "Drumming." Each track is a testament to Reich's ability to create intricate, layered soundscapes that captivate and engage. The album features performances by renowned ensembles such as the Schönberg Ensemble and Percussion Group The Hague, conducted by Reinbert de Leeuw. With a runtime of over six hours, this retrospective offers a deep dive into the world of Steve Reich, making it an essential exploration for both new and longtime fans of his work.
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Different Trains: America—Before the warSteve Reich, Kronos Quartet
Different Trains: Europe—During the warSteve Reich, Kronos Quartet
Different Trains: After the warSteve Reich, Kronos Quartet
Tehillim, Pt. I (Fast)Steve Reich, Schönberg Ensemble, Percussion Group The Hague, Reinbert de Leeuw
Tehillim, Pt. II (Fast)Steve Reich, Schönberg Ensemble, Percussion Group The Hague, Reinbert de Leeuw
Tehillim, Pt. III (Slow)Steve Reich, Schönberg Ensemble, Percussion Group The Hague, Reinbert de Leeuw
Tehillim, Pt. IV (Fast)Steve Reich, Schönberg Ensemble, Percussion Group The Hague, Reinbert de Leeuw
Eight Lines (Octet)Steve Reich, Bang On A Can All-Stars
You Are (Variations): I. You are wherever your thoughts areSteve Reich, Los Angeles Master Chorale, Grant Gershon, Grant Gerson
You Are (Variations): II. Shiviti Hashem l'negdi (I place the Eternal before me)Steve Reich, Los Angeles Master Chorale, Grant Gershon, Grant Gerson
You Are (Variations): III. Explanations come to an end somewhereSteve Reich, Los Angeles Master Chorale, Grant Gershon, Grant Gerson
You Are (Variations): IV. Ehmor m’aht, v’ahsay harbay (Say little and do much)Steve Reich, Los Angeles Master Chorale, Grant Gershon, Grant Gerson
New York Counterpoint: I. FastSteve Reich, Evan Ziporyn
New York Counterpoint: II. SlowSteve Reich, Evan Ziporyn
New York Counterpoint: III. FastSteve Reich, Evan Ziporyn
Cello CounterpointSteve Reich, Maya Beiser
Electric Counterpoint: I. FastSteve Reich, Pat Metheny
Electric Counterpoint: II. SlowSteve Reich, Pat Metheny
Electric Counterpoint: III. FastSteve Reich, Pat Metheny
Triple Quartet: First MovementSteve Reich, Kronos Quartet
Triple Quartet: Second MovementSteve Reich, Kronos Quartet
Triple Quartet: Third MovementSteve Reich, Kronos Quartet
Come OutSteve Reich
ProverbSteve Reich, Theatre Of Voices, The Steve Reich Ensemble, Paul Hillier
The Desert Music: First Movement (Fast)Steve Reich, Brooklyn Philharmonic, Michael Tilson Thomas
The Desert Music: Second Movement (Moderate)Steve Reich, Brooklyn Philharmonic, Michael Tilson Thomas
The Desert Music: Third Movement, Pt. 1 (Slow)Steve Reich, Brooklyn Philharmonic, Michael Tilson Thomas
The Desert Music: Third Movement, Pt. 2 (Moderate)Steve Reich, Brooklyn Philharmonic, Michael Tilson Thomas
The Desert Music: Third Movement, Pt. 3 (Slow)Steve Reich, Brooklyn Philharmonic, Michael Tilson Thomas
The Desert Music: Fourth Movement (Moderate)Steve Reich, Brooklyn Philharmonic, Michael Tilson Thomas
The Desert Music: Fifth Movement (Fast)Steve Reich, Brooklyn Philharmonic, Michael Tilson Thomas
Music for Mallet Instruments, Voices and OrganSteve Reich
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