Minimalism Flashcards
1
Q
When and where did minimalism originate?
A
In the USA in the 1960’s as a reaction against complexity
2
Q
Features of minimalism
A
Repetition
Different layers
Gradual changes
3
Q
What is a drone?
A
A pitch that is sustained (held) or repeated under a piece of music
4
Q
What is a motif ?
A
A short bit of musical material
5
Q
What is a loop?
A
A short bit of electronic music which is repeated
6
Q
What is phase - shifting ?
A
When one or more layers slowly shift out of sync with each other eg. Clapping music
7
Q
What is metamorphosis?
A
Gradual changes over a long period of time
8
Q
What is ostinato ?
A
A repeating pattern of notes
9
Q
Key minimalist composers
A
La Monte young
Terry Riley
Meredith monk
Steve reich
Philip Glass
