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Author: Richard Guerin
Einstein on the Beach in 2009?
The New York Sun today reported in their interview with incoming General Manager of the New York City Opera Gérard Mortier, that : "The 2009-2010 season — which will be … Continue reading “Einstein on the Beach in 2009?”
Reuters Review of Glass Documentary
Reuters today
Voor 11 September, Symphony No.5
Here is a quite touching video titled "Philip Glass "Voor 11 September" which appeared today on youtube. Philip Glass performs the coda from Mad Rush."One of the great gifts of … Continue reading “Voor 11 September, Symphony No.5”
Dennis Russell Davies & Maki Namekawa
During the run of Appomattox performances in San Francisco,as part of the Other Minds Festival, renowned conductor and pianist Dennis Russell Davies will be joined by partner Maki Namekawa in … Continue reading “Dennis Russell Davies & Maki Namekawa”
10,000 Glass Fans on the Roof
Since posting my first news item on March 27, 2007, this site has received 10,000 visitors. Thank you all for coming and continuing to support Glass Notes. Also, for those … Continue reading “10,000 Glass Fans on the Roof”
Witches of Venice/Part 8 at iTunes
The Witches of Venice is finally available at iTunes. Monday also saw the appearance of Part 8 of Music in 12 Parts.
Groningen Philip Glass Festival
It seems an entire European City will wholeheartedly and open-mindedly be dedicating itself to the Music of Philip Glass this October 20-27. The hosts of this event are the city … Continue reading “Groningen Philip Glass Festival”
Appomattox Synopsis Posted
The San Francisco Opera has posted on their website a full synopsis of the new opera Appomattox
Koyaanisqatsi Discussion @ Popcorn Taxi
Philip Glass discusses Koyaanisqatsi, his working relationship with Godfrey Reggio and the nature of film scoring.