Reductionism (music)

Reductionism is a form of improvised music that developed towards the end of the 20th century.[1] The centres of the music include Berlin, London, Tokyo and Vienna.[1] The key characteristics of the music include microtonality, extended techniques, very soft and quiet dynamics, silence, and unconventional sounds and timbres.[1]

Some of the leading names associated with reductionism are Radu Malfatti[2], Toshimaru Nakamura, Axel Dörner and Rhodri Davies.

See also

• Electroacoustic improvisation
• Onkyokei

References

1. Spencer, Wayne (7 March 2005). "Axel Dörner and Robin Hayward". Stylus Magazine. Retrieved 2012-10-02.
2. Clark, Philip. "The playlist: experimental music". Guardian. Retrieved 8 February 2018.