John Adams' masterpiece, The Gospel According to the Other Mary, is a profound and deeply moving opera that delves into the complexities of faith, humanity, and redemption. Released on 1 January 2014 by Deutsche Grammophon, this monumental work spans over 2 hours and 13 minutes, taking the listener on a journey through the lives of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus.
With its unique blend of minimalism and avant-garde elements, Adams' composition creates a sense of tension and introspection, perfectly capturing the essence of the narrative. The opera's themes of love, loss, and spiritual awakening are woven together through a rich tapestry of sound, featuring a wide range of emotional and psychological depth.
Through his characteristic use of repetitive patterns and haunting melodies, Adams crafts a sense of urgency and drama, drawing the listener into the world of the characters. The result is a work of immense power and beauty, one that challenges and rewards the listener in equal measure.
The Gospel According to the Other Mary is a testament to John Adams' innovative spirit and his ability to push the boundaries of classical music. This opera is a must-listen for anyone interested in exploring the cutting edge of contemporary classical music, and a powerful reminder of the genre's ability to inspire, provoke, and transform.
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act I / Scene 1 - Jail / House of Hospitality: "The Next Day in the City Jail"John Adams, Kelley O'Connor, Los Angeles Master Chorale, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
TThe Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act I / Scene 1 - Jail / House of Hospitality: "Now a Certain Woman Named Martha"John Adams, Brian Cummings, Daniel Bubeck, Nathan Medley, Tamara Mumford, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act I / Scene 2 - Mary: "And She Had a Sister Named Mary"John Adams, Brian Cummings, Daniel Bubeck, Nathan Medley, Tamara Mumford, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act I / Scene 2 - Mary: "I Am Surprised That I Am Beginning to Pray Daily"John Adams, Kelley O'Connor, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act I / Scene 2 - Mary: "En un día de amor yo bajé hasta la tierra"John Adams, Los Angeles Master Chorale, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act I / Scene 3 - Lazarus: "Now a Certain Man Was Sick"John Adams, Brian Cummings, Daniel Bubeck, Nathan Medley, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act I / Scene 3 - Lazarus: Lazarus Dies While the Sisters Await JesusJohn Adams, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act I / Scene 3 - Lazarus: "Why Standest Thou Afar Off, O Lord?"John Adams, Tamara Mumford, Brian Cummings, Daniel Bubeck, Nathan Medley, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act I / Scene 3 - Lazarus: "In My Own Quietly Explosive Here"John Adams, Kelley O'Connor, Tamara Mumford, Brian Cummings, Daniel Bubeck, Nathan Medley, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act I / Scene 3 - Lazaruss: "Don’t Touch My Left Arm"John Adams, Kelley O'Connor, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act I / Scene 3 - Lazarus: "When Mary Was Come Where Jesus Was"John Adams, Brian Cummings, Daniel Bubeck, Nathan Medley, Kelley O'Connor, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act I / Scene 3 - Lazarus: "Jesus Said, Take Ye Away the Stone"John Adams, Brian Cummings, Daniel Bubeck, Nathan Medley, Los Angeles Master Chorale, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act I / Scene 3 - Lazarus: "And When He Thus Had Spoken"John Adams, Brian Cummings, Daniel Bubeck, Nathan Medley, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act I / Scene 3 - Lazarus: "Drop Down, Ye Heavens, From Above"John Adams, Los Angeles Master Chorale, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act I / Scene 4 - Supper at Bethany: "Then Jesus Six Days Before the Passover"John Adams, Brian Cummings, Daniel Bubeck, Nathan Medley, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act I / Scene 4 - Supper at Bethany: "For the Grave Cannot Praise Thee"John Adams, Russell Thomas, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act I / Scene 4 - Supper at Bethany: "Then Took Mary a Pound of Ointment"John Adams, Brian Cummings, Daniel Bubeck, Nathan Medley, Kelley O'Connor, Los Angeles Master Chorale, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act I / Scene 5 - Passover: "And There Were Some That Had Indignation"John Adams, Russell Thomas, Brian Cummings, Daniel Bubeck, Nathan Medley, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act I / Scene 5 - Passover: "We Know There Will Be No Utopias"John Adams, Tamara Mumford, Brian Cummings, Daniel Bubeck, Nathan Medley, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act I / Scene 5 - Passover: "Tell Me: How Is This Night Different"John Adams, Russell Thomas, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act II: "Who Rips His Own Flesh Down the Seams"John Adams, Los Angeles Master Chorale, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act II / Scene 1 - Police Raid: "Martha and Mary, Not Knowing"John Adams, Brian Cummings, Daniel Bubeck, Nathan Medley, Russell Thomas, Los Angeles Master Chorale, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act II / Scene 2 - Arrest of the Women: Instrumental IntroductionJohn Adams, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act II / Scene 2 - Arrest of the Women: "Up At Two A.M., Picketed All Day"John Adams, Tamara Mumford, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act II / Scene 2 - Arrest of the Women: "The Said Defendants"John Adams, Tamara Mumford, Los Angeles Master Chorale, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act II / Scene 2 - Arrest of the Women: "Jesús, incomparable perdonador de injurias"John Adams, Los Angeles Master Chorale, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act II / Scene 3 - Golgotha: "And They Were Come Unto a Place Called Golgotha"John Adams, Brian Cummings, Daniel Bubeck, Nathan Medley, Kelley O'Connor, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act II / Scene 3 - Golgotha: "Daughters of Jerusalem, Weep Not for Me"John Adams, Los Angeles Master Chorale, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act II / Scene 3 - Golgotha: "Now There Stood by the Cross of Jesus"John Adams, Tamara Mumford, Brian Cummings, Daniel Bubeck, Nathan Medley, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act II / Scene 3 - Golgotha: "When Jesus Saw His Mother"John Adams, Brian Cummings, Daniel Bubeck, Nathan Medley, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act II / Scene 4 - Night: "When the Rain Began to Fall"John Adams, Kelley O'Connor, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act II / Scene 4 - Night: "His Son Cried Out to Him"John Adams, Russell Thomas, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act II / Scene 5 - Burial / Spring: "Now in the Place Where He Was Crucified"John Adams, Brian Cummings, Daniel Bubeck, Nathan Medley, Gustavo Dudamel, Los Angeles Philharmonic
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act II / Scene 5 - Burial / Spring: Mary Awakens on the Third MorningJohn Adams, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act II / Scene 5 - Burial / Spring: "It Is Spring"John Adams, Kelley O'Connor, Los Angeles Master Chorale, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act II / Scene 6 - Earthquake and Recognition: “And, Behold, There Was a Great Earthquake"John Adams, Kelley O'Connor, Tamara Mumford, Russell Thomas, Brian Cummings, Daniel Bubeck, Nathan Medley, Los Angeles Master Chorale, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
The Gospel According to the Other Mary / Act II / Scene 6 - Earthquake and Recognition: "Why Seek Ye the Living Among the Dead?"John Adams, Kelley O'Connor, Tamara Mumford, Russell Thomas, Brian Cummings, Daniel Bubeck, Nathan Medley, Los Angeles Master Chorale, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
John Adams is a visionary composer, renowned for his bold and innovative approach to music. With a style that seamlessly blends elements of minimalism and avant-garde, he has created a unique sound that is both captivating and thought-provoking. His operas, in particular, have garnered widespread acclaim, showcasing his mastery of the genre and his ability to craft compelling narratives that resonate with audiences. Through his work, John Adams continues to push the boundaries of classical music, inviting listeners to experience the full depth and complexity of his artistry.
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