Electric Counterpoint - Part 1 Flashcards
1
Q
Who was Electric Counterpoint by?
A
Steve Reich
2
Q
Who was Electric Counterpoint written for?
A
Pat Metheny who was a jazz guitarist
3
Q
What style of music is Electric Counterpoint?
A
Minimalist Style
4
Q
What other composers do Minimalist music?
A
- Terry Riley
- Philip Glass
5
Q
What movement is Electric Counterpoint?
A
Third Movement - Fast
6
Q
When was Electric Counterpoint Produced?
A
1987
7
Q
Give 3 Features of Minimalism
A
- Little Variety of Instruments
- Diatonic Harmony
- Repetition of simple ideas with small changes introduced (Note Addition, Subtraction)
8
Q
Give two points on the Instrumentation
A
- The movement is for live guitars, accompanied by severn guitars & 2 bass that have been pre-recorded.
- Live guitar part is amplified to blend in will with the backing tape.
