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Minimalism emerged in the mid-20th century, primarily within the 1960s New York experimental scene, as a reaction against the complexity of serialism. Find upcoming Minimalism events in London below.
Upcoming Minimalism Events · London
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Origins: Traumer - All Day Long
Traumer
minimal technodub technotech house
FOLD
Morton Feldman: Unsettled Memory
Eliza McCarthy, Juliet Fraser, Apartment House, Anton Lukoszevieze, Newton Armstrong, Emma Williams, Rebecca Toal, Gordon MacKay, Kerry Yong
electroacousticcontemporary classicalminimalism
LSO St Luke's
TUE 22 SEP
SAT 26 SEP
GBSR Duo Perform Sarah Davachi
Sarah Davachi, GBSR Duo
minimalismcontemporary classicaldrone
Kings Place
Steve Reich at 90: Triple Quartet + After Dark
Carducci String Quartet, Solem Quartet, Ligeti Quartet
chamber musicneoclassicalminimalism
Purcell Room
Steve Reich at 90: After Dark
contemporary classicalminimalismexperimental
Queen Elizabeth Hall
SUN 27 SEP
Steve Reich at 90: Music for 18 Musicians
Paraorchestra, Charles Hazlewood
contemporary classicalclassicalminimalism
Royal Festival Hall
RNS Moves: Caroline Shaw, Arvo Pärt and Philip Glass
RNS Moves
classicalcontemporary classicalminimalism
Kings Place
London Sinfonietta & Jonny Greenwood: Steve Reich
Jonny Greenwood, London Sinfonietta
classicalcontemporary classicalchamber music
Royal Festival Hall
Steve Reich at 90: London Sinfonietta & Jonny Greenwood
Jonny Greenwood, London Sinfonietta, Chloe Rooke, Royal Academy of Music students
classicalcontemporary classicalchamber music
Royal Festival Hall
TUE 6 OCT
Sound profile
An organic sound.
energy
35
danceability
40
valence
50
grit
20
organicness
70
commerciality
25
tempo
50
vocality
15
About Minimalism
Minimalism emerged in the mid-20th century, primarily within the 1960s New York experimental scene, as a reaction against the complexity of serialism. Characterized by a steady pulse, repetitive melodic cells, and slow harmonic evolution, it frequently utilizes instrumentation such as mallet percussion, organs, and magnetic tape loops. The genre emphasizes processes like phase shifting and additive rhythmic structures, creating a hypnotic and meditative mood that challenges traditional notions of musical development. Semantically, it bridges the gap between avant-garde classical traditions and modern electronic genres like ambient and techno, exerting a profound influence on film scoring and contemporary post-minimalist styles worldwide.
Also known as: Minimal music
Parent genre:Classical
Minimalism events in London - FAQ
- What is Minimalism music?
- Minimalism emerged in the mid-20th century, primarily within the 1960s New York experimental scene, as a reaction against the complexity of serialism. Characterized by a steady pulse, repetitive melodic cells, and slow harmonic evolution, it frequently utilizes instrumentation such as mallet percussion, organs, and magnetic tape loops. The genre emphasizes processes like phase shifting and additive rhythmic structures, creating a hypnotic and meditative mood that challenges traditional notions o…
- What Minimalism events are in London?
- Mood tracks all upcoming Minimalism events in London - concerts, club nights, and live shows. The calendar is updated daily with new events across all major venues. Browse the listings above to find tonight's Minimalism events or upcoming shows this week.
- What are the characteristics of Minimalism music?
- Minimalism music scores high on organicness (70%), valence (50%), tempo (50%), and lower on grit (20%), vocality (15%). These qualities shape the typical Minimalism sound at live events and club nights.
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