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- Prologue
- Introduction
- > > Chapter I. Holy Minimalism | Arvo Pärt | Tintinnabuli
- > Arvo Pärt
- Tintinnabuli I. Fundamentals
- Tintinnabuli II. Meditations
- Für Alina
- Cantus in Memoriam Benjamin Britten
- Fratres
- Tabula Rasa
- Spiegel Im Spiegel
- An den Wassern zu Babel
- Magnificat
- De Profundis
- Solfeggio | De Pacem Domine
- MAI
- Henryk Górecki . John Tavener
- > > Chapter II. Silence | Space
- > > Chapter III. Philosophies | Concepts
- Conclusion
- Bibliography
- Firtina Kiral
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abstract
In today’s age of information overload, it is all too easy to become constantly overstimulated. As both a composer and an improviser, I have found a new source of inspiration by exploring minimalism—especially Holy Minimalism—using simple materials, embracing a slower creative process, and diving into the music of Estonian composer Arvo Pärt. The introspective elements, structure and usage of space and silence in this music guided me towards a journey that has helped me reconnect with music in a profound way. Drawing from the composers of the ECM Record Label's New Series who specifically connect a certain image and sound, this thesis examines selected works by Arvo Pärt, whose Tabula Rasa was the starting point for the New Series. This research is to unpack the ideas behind these compositions, explore the thought processes involved, and discuss the underlying philosophies with external concepts that I find highly inspiring, all in search of fresh perspectives. As more artists turn toward simplicity, I believe that looking at this music and the philosophies behind it through both an improvisers and a composers lens can open up exciting new pathways for inspiration.
- Firtina Kiral - Arvo Pärt | Holy Minimalism | Silence. Exploring New Sources of Inspiration for Composers and Improvisers [Firtina Thesis - 2025-07-14 15:49] - 2025
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