Tom Cipullo joined the E. C. Schirmer catalog in 2017. As one of America’s most performed contemporary opera composers, we wanted to find out more about what makes him tick and the journey he’s on. How did you first become involved with music, and what drew you to composition? I was lucky enough to beContinue reading “Composing Opera is an Addiction: Interview with Tom Cipullo”
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Behind the Scenes of Glory Denied
Ever wanted to know what goes into an opera, start to finish? PBS did this fantastic video special on the Tri-Cities Opera’s production of Glory Denied (music by Tom Cipullo, based on the book by Tom Philpott). Watch the full video here. Our favorite line in the video? “Music is the greatest tool to letContinue reading “Behind the Scenes of Glory Denied”
“Glory Denied” by Tom Cipullo at Tri-Cities Opera
On November 10-12, 17, and 19, Tri-Cities Opera will stage Glory Denied by Tom Cipullo. The performance features the voices of Scott Purcell, Tascha Anderson, Frederick Schlick, and Stacey Geyer, and the TCO debut of conductor Joshua Horsch. America’s longest held prisoner of war returns to a country he no longer recognizes and a family who barely recognizes him. GloryContinue reading ““Glory Denied” by Tom Cipullo at Tri-Cities Opera”
Houston Grand Opera performs “Glory Denied” by Tom Cipullo
On November 6 and 9, Houston Grand Opera presents Tom Cipullo’s Glory Denied, as part of the Veterans Songbook Project. Opera attendees can donate a ticket to allow a Houston Veteran to attend the performance for free. Based on the book by Tom Philpott, Glory Denied takes place during the Vietnam War and tells the true story of ColonelContinue reading “Houston Grand Opera performs “Glory Denied” by Tom Cipullo”
“…give the audience enough red-meat moments that they can’t look away…” Celebrating National Opera Week with Tom Cipullo
In honor of National Opera Week (Oct. 27 – Nov. 5), E. C. Schirmer explores the creative process behind writing and producing new opera. Join us as we commemorate the creativity, diligence, and hard work of the composers, librettists, and producers who bring those operas to life. Hailed by the American Academy of Art & Letters forContinue reading ““…give the audience enough red-meat moments that they can’t look away…” Celebrating National Opera Week with Tom Cipullo”
“…you need to leave room for other dimensions of sound.” Celebrating National Opera Week with David Mason
In honor of National Opera Week (Oct. 27 – Nov. 5), E. C. Schirmer explores the creative process behind writing and producing new opera. Join us as we commemorate the creativity, diligence, and hard work of the composers, librettists, and producers who bring those operas to life. David Mason is an award-winning poet and novelist. His poetry, prose,Continue reading ““…you need to leave room for other dimensions of sound.” Celebrating National Opera Week with David Mason”
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