The Children of the Keweenaw
Paul Seitz
About this work: For complete background information on the opera (libretto by Kathleen Masterson), including artists in the premiere production, photos from the premiere, streaming video excerpts from the opera, press articles, and additional audio excerpts, please visit
The Children of the Keweenaw.
Year composed: 2001
Duration: 02:10:80
Ensemble type: Opera/Theater:Opera, More than One Act, with Chorus
Instrumentation: 1 Flute, 1 Oboe, 1 English Horn, 2 Clarinet, 1 Bass Clarinet, 1 Bassoon, 2 Horn in F, 1 Trumpet, 1 Trombone, 1 Tuba, 1 Timpani, 1 Percussion (General), 1 Piano, 1 Accordion, 8 Violin, 3 Viola, 3 Cello, 2 Double bass, 1 Harp, 1 Soprano, 1 Mezzo-Soprano, 2 Tenor, 1 Baritone, 1 Bass-Baritone, 5 S, 5 A, 5 T, 5 B
Instrumentation notes: An additional 8-person vocal ensemble appears throughout the opera, comprised of 3 soprano's, 2 mezzo-soprano's, tenor, baritone and bass. For details, visit
Operal Personnel List.