Philip Glass, 1937-

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April 18, 1990

18:39

Allen Ginsberg and Phillip Glass collaborate on a interpretation of Ginsberg's poem, "Hydrogen Jukebox."

Poet ALLEN GINSBERG and composer PHILLIP GLASS. The pair have collaborated on a interpretation of Ginsberg's poem, "Hydrogen Jukebox." The work gets it's premiere April 26th at the American Music Theatre Festival in Philadelphia, and features six singers, a five piece orchestra, and a mix of songs, chants, and the spoken word.

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Philip Glass
Allen Ginsberg

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March 2, 1983

01:03:21

Philip Glass's Minimalism.

Pianist and composer Philip Glass is known for his avant-garde "minimalist" music. Glass was trained classically at Juliard and in Paris. Glass discusses his album "Music With Changing Parts."

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Philip Glass

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Philip Glass

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Allen Ginsberg and Phillip Glass collaborate on a interpretation of Ginsberg's poem, "Hydrogen Jukebox."

Philip Glass's Minimalism.

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