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Wolff, Christian

Early Piano Pieces

Wolff, Christian: Early Piano Pieces (Hat [now] ART)

Early works from avant-garde composer Christian Wolff, including pieces for prepared piano influenced by John Cage's ideas for the same instrument.
 

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UPC: 752156014126

Label: Hat [now] ART
Catalog ID: Hat [now] ART141
Squidco Product Code: 10363

Format: CD
Condition: New
Released: 2008
Country: Switzerland
Packaging: Cardstock Gatefold Sleeve
Digital recording on September 8th and 9th, 2000 at Sendesaal Hessischer Rundfunk by Christoph Franke.
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