After Extra Time
Michael Nyman · 1996
64 min · 26 tracks · opera
A minimalist exploration of emotion through fragmented piano motifs and subtle orchestral textures.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its innovative structure, consisting largely of short pieces that reflect Nyman's ongoing engagement with film music and performance art. It showcases his ability to evoke drama and emotion in brief compositions, contributing to the evolution of minimalist music during the 1990s.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with resolution subtle emotional exploration fragmented motifs for deep focus
- Context
- Released in 1996, 'After Extra Time' marked a period of continued experimentation for Michael Nyman following his breakthrough score for 'The Piano' in 1993. By this time, Nyman had already established himself as a prominent figure in contemporary classical music, known for blending minimalist techniques with cinematic storytelling.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Corigliano· George Frideric Handel· Jean Sibelius
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 After Extra Time I Standout 3:47
- 2 After Extra Time II 1:34
- 3 After Extra Time III 1:16
- 4 After Extra Time IV 0:39
- 5 After Extra Time V 1:01
- 6 After Extra Time VI 1:02
- 7 After Extra Time VII 1:01
- 8 After Extra Time VIII 1:33
- 9 After Extra Time IX 0:53
- 10 After Extra Time X Standout 3:04
- 11 After Extra Time XI 1:53
- 12 After Extra Time XII 1:59
- 13 After Extra Time XIII 3:11
- 14 After Extra Time XIV 2:45
- 15 After Extra Time XV 1:48
- 16 After Extra Time XVI 1:46
- 17 The Final Score I 2:42
- 18 The Final Score II 3:29
- 19 The Final Score III 3:12
- 20 The Final Score IV 1:19
- 21 The Final Score V 2:42
- 22 The Final Score VI 1:41
- 23 The Final Score VII 1:31
- 24 The Final Score VIII 3:50
- 25 The Final Score IX 2:51
- 26 Memorial (remix) Standout 11:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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