Steve Reich

Steve Reich (born 1936) is an American composer and a pioneer of musical minimalism, known especially for phasing techniques and landmark works such as Music for 18 Musicians and Drumming.

Born October 3, 1936, in New York City. Pioneer of musical minimalism; developed phasing techniques and influential tape and ensemble works.

DeBaser hosts a set of enthusiastic reviews of Steve Reich emphasizing his phasing technique, percussion writing and landmark works such as Music for 18 Musicians and Drumming. Reviews mix technical appreciation with evocative, personal responses. Overall reception on DeBaser is strongly positive.

For:Listeners curious about minimalism and contemporary classical music; students and researchers of 20th-century composition; fans of percussion and repetitive/phase-based music.