Composer

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Morton Feldman

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Keyboard

Style

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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1964

Average_duration

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7:19

Piano Piece 1964 is a composition by American composer Morton Feldman. It was composed in 1964 and premiered the same year by pianist David Tudor. The piece is a single movement work that lasts approximately 4 hours in performance. The piece is characterized by its use of silence and sparse, delicate textures. Feldman was interested in exploring the relationship between sound and silence, and Piano Piece 1964 is a prime example of this exploration. The piece is made up of a series of short, simple phrases that are repeated and varied throughout the course of the work. These phrases are separated by long periods of silence, which serve to heighten the listener's awareness of the sounds that do occur. The piece is also notable for its use of indeterminate notation. Rather than specifying exact pitches and rhythms, Feldman provides the performer with a series of graphic symbols that suggest certain types of sounds and gestures. This allows for a great deal of interpretive freedom on the part of the performer, and ensures that each performance of the piece will be unique. Despite its length and minimalistic approach, Piano Piece 1964 is a deeply engaging work that rewards careful listening. Its use of silence and delicate textures creates a sense of intimacy and introspection, inviting the listener to become fully immersed in the sound world of the piece.

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