1. “A Tribute to Steve Reich”
October 18 at The Monkey
An entire evening of minimalism can be hard to stomach. Try this concise tribute to one of the genre’s original stars, focusing on one landmark work, Music for 18 Musicians, with a couple of shorter ones tucked in.
2. “Composer Portraits”
October 18 at Miller Theatre
Dynamic German composer Wolfgang Rihm and his under-an-hour masterwork take center stage in this acclaimed series.
3. Ensemble Pi
October 21 at Tenri Cultural Institute
The innovative group always champions the work of living composers. Here’s a manageable sampling of some of the best, like Lou Harrison and Tania León.