Minimalism

This lesson is part of the Rhythm, Meter & Form category.

Objectives

• Students will become familiar with characteristics of minimalism.

Resources

Readings

• Hutchinson, Music Theory for the 21st-Century Classroom
  • Chapter 35: Minimalism
• Magnuson, Sound Patterns: Minimalism

Class Activities

• Discussion and definition of minimalistic techniques and concepts
• Analysis of minimalistic music
• Performance and improvisation in a minimalistic style

Assignments

• Identification and analysis of minimalistic techniques in written and recorded music