Songs from the Trilogy
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Performer: Robert McFarlandPerformer: Scott Reeve
Performer: Richard Landry
Composer: Philip Glass
Performer: George Andoniadis
Performer: Philip Glass
Performer: Claudia Cummings
Performer: Iris Hiskey
Performer: Milagro Vargas
Performer: Sheryl Woods
Performer: Jon Gibson
Performer: Douglas Perry
Performer: Paul Esswood
Performer: Paul Zukofsky
Edition: Music CD
CD Release Date: 1989-08-07
Music Label: Sony
Soundtracks:
- Protest
- Evening Song
- Hymn to the Sun
- Trial/Prison
- Akhnaten & Nefertiti
- Kuru Field of Justice
- Knee 01
- Tolstoy Farm
- Window of Appearances
- Bed
- Epilogue
- Knee 05
Music reviews of Songs from the Trilogy
Music Review: cream of the cream
Rating: 5 Stars
The three operas comprising Glass' trilogy are something special, but this disc of arias from those three operas is even better. The selections themselves, the pacing of the sequencing, and absolutely top-drawer performances make this a standout disc. It's a great introduction disc for those seeking to learn more about Philip Glass's operas without having to invest in the full length recordings, although Akhnaten especially is a masterpiece and more than worthy of the price for the complete opera. I've given this disc to many friends and received only grateful raves, even from those already familiar with Glass' music. Douglas Perry's singing deserves special mention; his singing of Evening Song from Satyagraha is perfect in every way, with immaculate phrasing and a kind of passion of restraint that is mesmerizing. Glass' intentions are deceptive to the ear; he is master of a simplicity that keeps giving. The selections from Einstein on the Beach are richly complex; even after years of listening, new directions continue to appear in the score, each time revealing another dimension, an idea not really noticed before will suddenly become clear and engaging, creating a wonderfully familiar listening experience. Beautiful stuff. The melismatic Bed aria from Einstein on the Beach is a joy, heartbreaking as it is. Milagro Vargas contributes passionate singing in the Window of Appearances, and some marvelous ensemble singing is generously spread throughout the entire disc. Glass' best work may be found in his opera scores, and this disc presents the cream of the cream. Check it for yourself. You won't be disappointed.
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