Arvo Pärt's White Light: A Panel and Performance
Estonian composer Arvo Pärt is the most performed…
March 24, 20181h 16m
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Show Notes
Estonian composer Arvo Pärt is the most performed living composer in the world today. His style is often characterized as a “mystic” or “holy” minimalism, inspired in part by Gregorian chant. This panel explores the religious dimensions of Pärt’s music and how it has been received, performed, and adapted for various vocal and instrumental ensembles.
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