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Terrence Mitchell "Terry" Riley (born June 24, 1935) is an American composer and performing musician [1] best known as a pioneer of the minimalist school of composition. [2] . Influenced by jazz and Indian classical music, his work became notable for its innovative use of repetition, tape music techniques, improvisation, and delay systems. [2] .
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In C is a musical piece composed by Terry Riley in 1964 for an indefinite number of performers. He suggests "a group of about 35 is desired if possible but smaller or larger groups will work". [1] A series of short melodic fragments that can be repeated at the discretion of musicians, In C is often cited as the first minimalist composition to ...
Jun 19, 2015 · Composer Terry Riley turns 80 Wednesday. He's been called the father of minimalism for his groundbreaking 1964 work In C. But his influence has spread far beyond, sparking the imaginations of...
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Learn about Terry Riley, an American composer who pioneered Minimalist music and incorporated jazz, fusion and Eastern influences in his works. Explore his career, influences, collaborations and notable compositions such as In C, A Rainbow in Curved Air and Salome Dances for Peace.
