Reductionism (music)
Reductionism is a form of improvised music that developed towards the end of the 20th century.[1] The centres of the music include Berlin, London, Tokyo and Vienna.[1] The key characteristics of the music include microtonality, extended techniques, very soft and quiet dynamics, silence, and unconventional sounds and timbres.[1]
Some of the leading names associated with Reductionism are Radu Malfatti, Toshimaru Nakamura, Axel Dörner and Rhodri Davies.
See also
- Electroacoustic improvisation
- Onkyokei
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Spencer, Wayne (7 March 2005). "Axel Dörner and Robin Hayward". Stylus Magazine. Retrieved 2012-10-02.