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What is a notable feature of Widmann's compositions?

  • Use of electronic music

  • Tributes to earlier composers

  • Minimalist style

  • Jazz influences

Answer

Tributes to earlier composers are a notable feature of Widmann's compositions. He often incorporates musical quotations, allusions, and homages to the works of past masters, such as Bach, Beethoven, and Mahler. This practice reflects Widmann's deep respect for musical tradition and his desire to engage with the history of music through his own compositions.
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