Steve Reich on Composing "Runner"

Описание: Composer Steve Reich breaks down the musical ideas in his 2016 work “Runner” for large ensemble, from his initial inspiration to the distinct rhythmic patterns that define the piece’s five-movement arch structure.

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Music:
“Runner” for large ensemble
Composed by Steve Reich

Performed by Ensemble Signal • Brad Lubman, Conductor
Paul Coleman, Sound Director
Kelli Kathman & Jessica Schmitz, Flute
Jackie Leclair & Christa Robinson, Oboe
Adrían Sandí & Ken Thomson, Clarinet
Doug Perkins & Bill Solomon, Vibraphone
David Friend & Oliver Hagen, Piano
Courtney Orlando, Olivia De Prato, Ari Streisfeld & Lauren Cauley, Violin
Victor Lowrie & Isabel Hagen, Viola
Lauren Radnofsky & Mariel Roberts, Cello
Greg Chudzik, Double Bass

Recorded live at the Library of Congress, Coolidge Auditorium

Film produced by Jesse Yang