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Gordon Getty
Composer

American composer Gordon Getty has made a lifetime of contributions to the world of classical music. He was awarded the prestigious European Culture Prize in 2019 recognizing his extraordinary legacy. Learn more about the man and his music. Scroll down for highlights or explore the website.

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Goodbye, Mr. Chips

Opera
2 hours
Premiered November 14, 2021

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Spring Song

• For Cello
• Duration: 1:56

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New York Premiere Screening “GOODBYE, MR. CHIPS” An Opera Reimagined for Film

Walter Reade Theater at Lincoln Center

165 W 65th Street, New York, NY 10023

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New York Premiere Screening “GOODBYE, MR. CHIPS” An Opera Reimagined for Film

New York City Opera in partnership with Festival Napa Valley presents Gordon Getty’s opera “Goodbye, Mr. Chips” at Walter Reade Theater on March 2, 2022.

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Recording of “Spring Song” is released

Gordon Getty’s “Spring Song” appears on Matt Haimovitz’s new recording “PRIMAVERA II the rabbits.”

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Featured Recordings

Gordon Getty’s oeuvre spans orchestral works, song cycles, and full length operas.

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Beauty Come Dancing

Love and dance permeate this album of 11 short choral works, paying homage to the romance and elegance of the late 19th century.

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Featured Reviews

A complete archive of reviews of works by Gordon Getty, including performances and recordings.

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