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“I had always been more interested in playing and improvising than sitting down at a desk and writing out a piece. I'd always found it more fun to play, and the other a little bit tedious. I always had trouble with the decisions.”

Quote by Terry Riley

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Terry Riley is an American composer known for his innovative musical style and pioneering use of electronic music. His works combine elements of jazz, Indian classical music, and electronic music, having a profound impact on subsequent musicians. more

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