Steve Reich on Why Medieval Music Sounds So Fresh
About this episode
Steve Reich discusses the impact of medieval music, particularly the works of Pérotin, on his compositions and its relevance today.
Steve Reich talks about the influence of 13th-century French composer Pérotin on his own compositions and why medieval music feels fresh to contemporary ears.
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