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The composer Steve Reich talks to John Wilson

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

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The American composer Steve Reich will be celebrating his 80th birthday next week. As he prepares to attend a series of events around the UK to mark his eight decades, the influential pioneer of minimal music looks back over his career, including his compositions It's Gonna Rain, Drumming, Clapping Music, and Different Trains.

Presenter John Wilson
Producer Jerome Weatherald. Show less

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Interviewed Guest:
Steve Reich
Presenter:
John Wilson

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