Steve Reich – master of minimalism

Steve Reich will perform with the London Sinfonietta at the Esplanade Concert Hall in Singapore on March 17. Photo: Jeffrey Herman

In his five-decade career, composer Steve Reich has followed the beat of his heart. These days, it drums faster before each concert he plays.

“I’m a lot more nervous than I used to be. I’m not as good a performer as I was when I was 35 years old,” says the American composer, who turns 80 in October.