Galileo Galilei
Philip Glass
About this work:
A new opera in twelve scenes by Philip Glass adapted from the life of the famous Italian scientist Galileo. Libretto by Mary Zimmerman with Philip Glass and Arnold Weinstein. Directed by Mary Zimmerman and music conducted by Beatrice Jona Affron. It was commissioned by the Goddman Theatre for the 2001-2002 season.
Year composed: 2002
Duration: 02:30:80
Ensemble type: Opera/Theater:One-Act Operas
Instrumentation: 2 Flute, 2 Oboe, 2 Clarinet, 1 Bass Clarinet, 2 Bassoon, 2 Horn in F, 2 Trumpet, 2 Trombone, 1 Bass Trombone, 1 Tuba, 1 Percussion (General), 1 Celesta, 1 Electric/Electronic Keyboard, 1 Strings (General), 1 Harp, 2 Soprano, 1 Mezzo-Soprano, 1 Countertenor, 1 Tenor, 3 Baritone, 1 Bass-Baritone
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