Preparing for Ainadamar

This

week The Phoenix Symphony is hard at work making final preparations for its Classics series finale, Ainadamar. This opera in concert performance promises to be a unique experience full of rich cultural history, engaging story lines and beautiful music. To prepare for the main event, here are some great online resources for learning more about the story and making of this modern masterpiece:

Preview article from The Arizona Republic - Richard Nilsen explains the story and genesis of the project undertaken by composer Osvaldo Golijov and also talks with Music Director Michael Christie about his experience performing the opera last year at the Colorado Music Festival.

Preview video at PhoenixSymphony.org - Michael Christie explains the story and influences behind Ainadamar along with music clips and images from the opera’s past performances.

Ainadamar Information at OsvaldoGolijov.com - Visit composer Osvaldo Golijov’s official website to read a full synopsis, read past reviews, watch a video about the rehearsals of Ainadamar at the Santa Fe Opera premiere, or download a Ainadamar listening guide.

Ainadamar recording mini-site - Deutsche Grammophon has dedicated a website to their commercial recording of Ainadamar containing more photos and sound clips.

Now that you’re fully engulfed in the scope of the opera, don’t forget to get your tickets for this Friday or Saturday, May 23rd and 24th at Symphony Hall!