Drumming

by Steve Reich

Drumming cover art

Documenting a foundational work of American minimalism, this piece was inspired by the composer's studies of traditional drumming in Ghana. The recording utilizes the 'phasing' technique where identical rhythmic patterns gradually shift out of sync, creating a hypnotic and complex polyrhythmic experience that bridged Western classical music with non-Western rhythmic traditions.

Genres

  • Minimalism
  • Process Music

Tracklist

  1. Drumming: Part I
  2. Drumming: Part II
  3. Drumming: Part III
  4. Drumming: Part IV
  5. Six Pianos
  6. Music For Mallet Instruments, Voices And Organ