David Lang

the loser (2016) 60'

solo baritone, solo piano; perc, va, vc, db

The Brooklyn Academy of Music, 2016 Next Wave Festival

Program Note Libretto Video score preview

even glenn gould our friend

strangely enough

it's not my way

glenn is the victor

those who live in the country

glenn died at that moment

the loser was a born loser

bonus track for glenn gould

first performance:

September 7–September 11, 2016
Bang on a Can Opera-orchestra
Karina Cannelakis, conductor
Conrad Tao, piano; Rod Gilfry, baritone

BAM Howard Gilman Opera House
Brooklyn, NY

This work is available for performance with restrictions. Please email us for more information: info@redpoppymusic.sqcdy.com

instruments: Opera/Music Theater