• Different Trains / Electric Counterpoint |
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STEVE REICH

Different Trains / Electric Counterpoint |

Different Trains / Electric Counterpoint |

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Description

Nonesuch Records' 1989 recording of Steve Reich's Different Trains, the Grammy Award winner for Best Contemporary Composition, and Electric Counterpoint has returned on vinyl. The album features the first recordings of the two pieces, performed by Kronos Quartet and Pat Metheny, respectively. The vinyl edition is out, on the 30th anniversary of Kronos Quartet's world premiere performance of Different Trainsat Queen Elizabeth Hall in London. The New York Times declared Different Trains "a work of such originality that 'breakthrough' seems the only possible description."Pitchforkrecently called it a "late-career masterpiece," including the album among the 200 Best Albums of the 1980s. Track List: Disc: 1 1 Different Trains: America - Before the war - By Steve Reich & Kronos Quartet 2 Different Trains: Europe - During the war - By Steve Reich & Kronos Quartet 3 Different Trains: After the war - By Steve Reich & Kronos Quartet Disc: 2 1 Electric Counterpoint: I. Fast - By Steve Reich & Pat Metheny 2 Electric Counterpoint: II. Slow - By Steve Reich & Pat Metheny 3 Electric Counterpoint: III. Fast - By Steve Reich & Pat Metheny
  • Format: Vinyl
  • Genre: CLASSICAL
  • Released: 11/02/2018

Condition Ratings & Details

NOTE: Every title includes condition ratings. The first rating pertains to the physical media, and the second grade pertains to the sleeve.

NOTE: Images may not be exact. Please refer to the description to determine whether the images are Actual Photos or Photos Not Actual. New records will likely use generic web photos to represent the product.

Condition Ratings

  • MINT (M): Perfect, brand new, unplayed.
  • Near Mint (NM): Like new, barely played, will play perfectly.
  • Excellent (EX): Very close to near mint, with minor cosmetic wear. Will play perfectly.
  • Very Good Plus (VG+): Light cosmetic blemishes that do not affect play. Close to perfect playback.
  • Very Good (VG): Some light marks that may cause minor noise during playback. Still enjoyable and plays well.
  • Good Plus (G+): Noticeable noise during playback. Only listed if of collector value. Not ideal for listening.

Sleeve Details

  • PHOTOS ACTUAL: The photo is an original image of the exact item you will receive.
  • PHOTOS NOT ACTUAL: The photo is sourced from the web and may differ slightly from the actual item.
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