The second in Philip Glass' trilogy about men who changed the world, Satyagraha's sub-text is politics. The opera is semi-narrative in form and deals with Mahatma Gandhi's early years in South Africa and his development of nonviolent protest into a political tool (Satyagraha is a Sanskrit word meaning 'truth force'). The first two acts each contain three scenes; the last is one continuous scene. Each act is dominated by a single historic figure (non-singing role) overlooking the action from above: the Indian poet Rabindranath Tagore in Act I, the Russian author Leo Tolstoy in act II, the American civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., in Act III. In the scope of a traditional orchestra, Glass used a large string section for the first time in Satyagraha. His typically repetitive musical structures impart the music with a unique, definitely non-illustrative dimension and mirror the rhythm and melody of Hindu prayers.This deluxe Satyagraha lift-off box set contains a wonderful 24-page booklet.
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"Philip Glass Satyagraha
Deluxe3LP Box Set
Includes 24-pge booklet
The second in Glass' trilogy about men who changed the world.
Satyagraha's sub-text is politics.
The opera deals with Mahatma Gandhi's early
years in South Africa and his development of
non-violent protest into a political tool.
180 gram audiophile vinyl"
Adapted from the Bhagavad-Gita
Satyagraha was commissioned by the City of Rotterdam, The Netherlands
World Premiere: September 5, 1980, Stadsschouwburg Theater, Rotterdam
Original production: The Netherlands Opera Company.
Recorded and mixed at RCA Recording Studios, New York, N.Y.
Additional recording: Digital by Dickinson, Bloomfield, New Jersey
Digital multi-track supplied by Digital by Dickenson
Mastered [at] Masterdisk, New York, N.Y.
Made in Europe
Includes Philip Glass catalogue with info on the Philip Glass series on MOV, coming in 2020 / 2021
Limited edition
1000 copies available worldwide
"Satyagraha" is a groundbreaking opera by the renowned American composer Philip Glass, presented here as an LP by Music On Vinyl. This mesmerizing work, first premiered in 1980, draws inspiration from the life and philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi during his formative years in South Africa. The opera?s minimalist style?characterized by repetitive structures and hypnotic rhythms?creates a meditative atmosphere that powerfully conveys themes of nonviolent resistance and spiritual awakening. Philip Glass is celebrated for pioneering minimalism in contemporary classical music; his influential works include "Einstein on the Beach," "Akhnaten," numerous film scores such as "Koyaanisqatsi," and collaborations with artists across genres. Music On Vinyl, known for their high-quality pressings and attention to detail, ensures audiophiles experience this masterpiece with exceptional clarity and warmth.