German Contemporary Classical

German Contemporary Classical music is a genre of classical music that has been composed in Germany since the mid-20th century. It is characterized by its use of modern techniques and styles, often incorporating elements of jazz, minimalism, and electronic music. It is often seen as a reaction to the traditional German classical music of the past, and is often seen as a more experimental and avant-garde form of classical music. It is often characterized by its use of dissonance, extended techniques, and atonality. Notable composers of German Contemporary Classical music include Karlheinz Stockhausen, Helmut Lachenmann, and Wolfgang Rihm.