New York Counterpoint / Eight Lines / Four Organs – Steve Reich / Bang On A Can – – Pre Owned CDs (Arrives in 14days)

This album is a revelatory exploration of Steve Reich’s most iconic works, brought vividly to life by Bang On A Can, the pioneering ensemble known for championing contemporary music. ‘New York Counterpoint,’ with its swirling clarinet layers, pulses with the heartbeat of the city itself—urban, kinetic, and endlessly inventive. ‘Eight Lines’ unfurls like a kaleidoscope, weaving together piano, strings, and woodwinds into a vibrant, hypnotic tapestry. The inclusion of ‘Four Organs,’ Reich’s audacious early experiment in extending musical time, is a bold statement: it challenges and rewards attentive listeners with its gradually shifting harmonies and relentless rhythmic drive.

Bang On A Can’s interpretations are crisp and fearless, emphasizing the relentless energy and structural clarity that have made Reich’s music a touchstone of late 20th-century composition. For collectors, this album is more than a listening experience—it’s a document of American minimalism at its most vital and accessible. Whether you’re drawn to its architectural beauty or its daring sonic palette, this record stands as a testament to the enduring power of repetition and transformation in music. A must-have for those who crave music that pushes boundaries while remaining deeply rooted in pulse and pattern.

Track List:
– New York Counterpoint –
4 – Eight Lines (Octet) – 17:39
5 – Four Organs – 15:53