Avant-Garde Classical Essentials

The avant-garde is all about the shock of the new—experimental, radical or unorthodox music that challenges the traditions of the time. And never has the musical rule-breaker created such chaos and confusion than in the latter half of the 20th century, helping a post-war world shake off the traditions of the past. This playlist features some of the most iconic avant-garde works, many of which changed our perception of music for good.