Minimalism is the opposite of complex avant-garde. Instead of rows and atonal formulas — a simple tonal foundation; instead of dramatic development — a gradual accumulation of change; instead of tension — meditative space.
Key works: In C by Terry Riley (1964), often regarded as the beginning of minimalism; Music for 18 Musicians by Steve Reich; Philip Glass's scores for Godfrey Reggio's films, notably Koyaanisqatsi (1982). Minimalism influenced film music, rock (Brian Eno), and pop. The Ukrainian isotopic echo is heard in the late works of Valentyn Silvestrov, which merge “postlude” and meditative minimalism.
