STEVE REICH OCTET Violin Phase 1980 ECM 1st US Press ECM-1-1168 LP Minimalism
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Description
STEVE REICH OCTET / VIOLIN PHASE 1980 ECM First US Press ECM-1-1168 LP
DESCRIPTION
This release captures a defining moment in Steve Reich’s recorded output, presenting three major works that solidified his influence on late 20th-century contemporary music. Music for a Large Ensemble, Violin Phase, and Octet reflect Reich’s mature minimalist language—precise rhythmic phasing, expanded instrumentation, and luminous harmonic motion.
Recorded in early 1980 and produced by Manfred Eicher, the album features Reich performing with his own ensemble and exemplifies ECM’s signature sound: clarity, space, and disciplined intensity. Music for a Large Ensemble stands out for its dense yet transparent layering, while Violin Phase remains one of Reich’s most historically important compositions. Octet closes the record with bright, interlocking lines and kinetic energy.
This copy is a confirmed first U.S. pressing with correct ECM teal labels, Warner distribution credits, and matching ECM and Warner matrix inscriptions. Exceptionally clean vinyl, excellent cover, and complete with the original ECM catalog insert.
PRESSING DETAILS
Country: United States
Year: 1980
Label: ECM Records
Catalog Number: ECM-1-1168
Pressing Type: First US pressing
Mastering / Matrix Identifiers:
Side A: ECM-1-1168-A / W-37778-A
Side B: ECM-1-1168-B / W-37778-B
CONDITION
Vinyl:
NM ~ Clean and glossy. Minimal hairlines & handling marks. No audible clicks, pops or surface noise. Plays Clean.
Cover:
EX ~ Light age toning and minimal handling wear. No seam splits, no writing, no significant flaws. Clean and well-preserved.
Inner Sleeve:
Archival-quality anti-static inner sleeve included.
Inserts / Extras:
Original ECM catalog insert included, Near Mint condition.
ITEM SPECIFICS
Artist: Steve Reich
Title: Octet / Violin Phase / Music For A Large Ensemble
Format: LP
Release Year: 1980
Label: ECM Records
Catalog Number: ECM-1-1168
Country: United States
Genre: Classical
Style: Contemporary Classical, Minimalism
Speed: 33 RPM
Record Size: 12”
SHIPPING & VINTAGE DISCLAIMER
Ships within 3 business days. Vinyl packed outside jacket in protective sleeve and shipped securely in a proper LP mailer.
Vintage records may exhibit minor signs of age not affecting play unless otherwise noted.
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