Three Operas: The Death of Klinghoffer/ Nixon in China/ Doctor Atomic

by John Adams

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The guide has an extended interview with John Adams in which the composer talks about his operatic compositions and assesses the place of opera in the today's world. An essay about each of the operas follows, detailing their genesis and exploring their music alongside Adams's unusually close collaborations with his librettists and stage directors. Illustrations, thematic guides, full librettos and reference sections are also included.
  • ISBN10 1847495486
  • ISBN13 9781847495488
  • Publish Date 16 February 2012
  • Publish Status Cancelled
  • Publish Country GB
  • Publisher Alma Books Ltd
  • Imprint Overture Publishing
  • Format Paperback
  • Language English