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Osvaldo Golijov (1960-)

Information about the composer Osvaldo Golijov and his operas.

An Argentinian composer of classical music and film scores. He has composed one opera.

Web site: http://www.osvaldogolijov.com/

Operas:

Ainadamar

Based on the life of the Spanish poet Federico García Lorca, and his death by firing squad, Ainadamar combines flamenco with progressive rock.

Recommended recordings on CD

Spano/Upshaw/O'Connor (Deutsche Grammophon 477 6165GH)

477 6165GH

Winner of the 2007 Grammy Award for best opera recording.

Atlanta Symphony Chorus, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Robert Spano.

Cast: Dawn Upshaw (O'Connor), Kelley O'Connor (Federico García Lorca), Jessica Rivera (Nuria).

Deutsche Grammophon 477 6165GH