Performance Practice in the Music of Steve Reich

Russell Hartenberger (University of Toronto)

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Cambridge University Press
06 October 2016

Theory of music & musicology; 20th century & contemporary classical music; Non-Western music: traditional & "classical"; Individual composers & musicians, bands & groups; Percussion instruments

Series: Music since 1900

Performance Practice in the Music of Steve Reich provides a performer's perspective on Steve Reich's compositions from his iconic minimalist work, Drumming, to his masterpiece, Music for 18 Musicians. It addresses performance issues encountered by the musicians in Reich's original ensemble and the techniques they developed to bring his compositions to life. Drawing comparisons with West African drumming and other non-Western music, the book highlights ideas that are helpful in the understanding and performance of rhythm in all pulse-based music. Through conversations and interviews with the author, Reich discusses his percussion background and his thoughts about rhythm in relation to the music of Ghana, Bali, India, and jazz. He explains how he used rhythm in his early compositions, the time feel he wants in his music, the kind of performer who seems to be drawn to his music, and the way perceptual and metrical ambiguity create interest in repetitive music.

By: Russell Hartenberger (University of Toronto)
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 252mm, Width: 180mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 740g
ISBN: 9781107151505
ISBN 10: 1107151503
Series: Music since 1900
Pages: 288
Publication Date: 06 October 2016
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

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.

Russell Hartenberger, Professor at the University of Toronto, has been a member of both Nexus and Steve Reich and Musicians since 1971. With Nexus, he created the sound track for the Academy Award winning Full Length Documentary, The Man Who Skied Down Everest. With Steve Reich and Musicians he has recorded for ECM, DGG and Nonesuch Records, and performed on the Grammy Award winning recording of Music for 18 Musicians. His awards include the Toronto Arts Award, the Banff Centre for the Arts National Award, a Juno nomination, and induction into the Percussive Arts Society Hall of Fame.

Reviews for Performance Practice in the Music of Steve Reich

'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 'This excellent book celebrates composer Steve Reich with an 80th birthday gift of publication. ... This reviewer give 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