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The Sound of 21st Century Classical

Explore the evolving landscape of 21st-century classical music with "The Sound of 21st Century Classical." This playlist brings together a diverse array of contemporary compositions that push the boundaries of traditional classical music. Highlights include "Prelude" by Beata Moon, a piece that sets a serene and reflective tone, and "Qi - I. Lucid Flight" by Evan Ziporyn, performed by Brooklyn Rider, which showcases dynamic string work. Joe Cutler’s "Folk Music (Daithi's Dumka)" fuses folkloric elements with modern sounds, while Terry Riley's "A Rainbow in the Curved Air - Instrumental" adds a minimalist touch that has influenced generations.

You’ll also find works like Olga Neuwirth’s adventurous "…miramondo multiplo… (2006) for trumpet and Orchestra: I. Aria dell' Angelo" and Richard Causton's "Ik zeg: NU," performed by the BBC Symphony Orchestra, bringing orchestral innovation to the forefront. Venture into the haunting beauty of Donnacha Dennehy's "The Hunger - Keening" and experience the imaginative soundscapes of composers like Steven Mackey with "Beast" and Viet Cuong’s "Deciduous - Live." This playlist captures the unique voices and varied expressions that define classical music in the 21st century.

Ensemble Recherche 4 tracks
JACK Quartet 4 tracks
Roomful of Teeth 4 tracks
Brad Wells 3 tracks
Daniel Hope 3 tracks
yMusic 3 tracks
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