A Composer’s Notes: Philip Glass and the Making of an Opera

Name: A Composer’s Notes: Philip Glass and the Making of an Opera
Genre: Documentary, History
Released: 1986-01-01
Rating: 4.8
Cast: Philip Glass, David Freeman, Achim Freyer, Constance DeJong, Dennis Russell Davies

1986| 1h 27m| IMDb 4.8

Documentary History

A Composer's Notes takes us on an intimate journey alongside Philip Glass during the production of his third opera, Akhnaten. The composer shares his creative process and gives us a glimpse into the world of rehearsal and performance. The film also looks back at two earlier Glass music-theater works: Einstein on the Beach and Satyagraha offering a broad depiction of his applauded career.

Director: Michael Blackwood