Iannis Xenakis
Composer and music theorist, 'Metastasis'
Born
Died
2001
25 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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Born in Greece and later residing in France, a significant figure in the field of contemporary classical music. Contributions to music included the development of new forms of notation and the integration of architectural concepts into musical composition. Engaged in both music and mathematics, merging rigorous mathematical structures with avant-garde musical techniques. Xenakis also worked as an engineer and was involved in the design of music for large-scale audiovisual performances, merging sound with visual elements. His works challenged traditional frameworks of composition, opening pathways for future generations of composers.
Composed 'Metastasis' utilizing spatialization techniques
Developed stochastic music concepts influencing contemporary composers
Integrated architectural ideas into musical composition
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