Half Six Fix: Steve Reich at 90
Kick-start your evening with a 60-minute Half Six Fix concert exploring the music of Steve Reich. Introduced by the performers, with screens in the hall to bring you closer to the action. Steve Reich – who celebrates his 90th birthday in 2026 – is a pioneer of minimalism, weaving together layers of music, slotting the phrases together like a complex puzzle. Reich compares his Three Movements’ gradually shifting harmony to the ‘changing light as clouds move slowly across the sky’. The second piece, Music for Ensemble and Orchestra, features over 20 soloists, accompanied by a pulse-like piano accompaniment. Susanna Mälkki conducted the world premiere of Music for Ensemble & Orchestra in 2018. Providing expert insight into Reich’s work in her introduction, she leads the LSO in two of Reich’s meditative masterpieces.
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When and where does the Steve Reich at 90 celebration take place?+
The concert takes place at the Barbican Centre in London on 11 November 2026.
Who is conducting the London Symphony Orchestra for this performance?+
Renowned conductor Susanna Mälkki leads the London Symphony Orchestra for this programme.
How do I get tickets for the concert?+
Tickets are available through the official LSO ticketing platform. Tickets on Mood.
What is the Half Six Fix format?+
This is a 60-minute performance featuring an introduction by the artists and helpful on-stage screens to enhance your listening experience.
