Philip Glass Rudolph Wurlitzer, Peter Stephan Jungk, Dennis Russell Davies, Teatro Real Madrid - The Perfect American

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Review by Eduardo Santos

Album Review: The Perfect American by Philip Glass Alright, so here’s the deal with The Perfect American. Released in 2016, this opera album is a total vibe for anyone into classical music that doesn’t shy away from being bold and modern. It’s an opera based on Peter Stephan Jungk’s book about Walt Disney’s final days, but don’t expect Mickey Mouse sing-alongs—this one’s heavy stuff. With music by Philip Glass, adapted text by Rudolph Wurlitzer, and brought to life by some killer talent like Dennis Russell Davies conducting and the Teatro Real Madrid crew, it’s a wild mix of history, art, and emotion. The album falls under the contemporary classical genre, which means you’re not just getting pretty melodies—you’re diving into layers of sound that make your brain go “huh.” I gotta say, though, there are moments where it feels less like listening to music and more like eavesdropping on someone’s inner monologue. And honestly? That’s kinda cool. Now let me tell ya about two tracks that stuck with me. First up, Act One, Scene 3. This scene has Nazan Friket killing it with her soprano vocals. Her voice cuts through the orchestral haze like a knife, and suddenly you’re not just hearing notes—you’re feeling them. There’s something raw and haunting about how she delivers her lines, almost like she’s pleading with you to pay attention. You can practically see the drama unfolding onstage even if you’re just chilling at home with headphones on. Then there’s Act Two, Epilogue, which wraps things up in a way that feels both satisfying and unsettling. The orchestra (shoutout to Orquesta Sinfónica De Madrid!) really brings its A-game here, creating these swells of sound that feel like waves crashing over you. By the end, I was sitting there thinking, “Wait…what did I just experience?” But in a good way! Like, yeah, my brain might’ve been slightly scrambled, but isn’t that the point of great art? One thing I gotta mention is Zachary James’ bass vocals—they’re deep enough to rattle your soul. He doesn’t show up in every track, but when he does, dude commands attention. Same goes for Christopher Purves’ baritone; his tone adds this gravitas to the whole thing. Honestly, the cast is stacked, and everyone pulls their weight. So, would I recommend The Perfect American? Absolutely—but with a heads-up. If you’re looking for easy-listening tunes to play in the background while you scroll TikTok, this ain’t it. This album demands your focus. It’s intense, thought-provoking, and sometimes downright weird—but isn’t that what makes it memorable? And hey, here’s a random thought: listening to this made me realize how much opera and life have in common. Both are messy, unpredictable, and occasionally leave you wondering what the heck just happened. But damn, they’re worth experiencing anyway.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Act One, Scene 113:40
Act Two, Scene 67:40
Act One, Scene 213:25
Act Two, Scene 35:44
The Perfect American
Act One, Scene 46:29
Act Two, Scene 14:38
Act Two, Epilogue2:31
Act One, Scene 310:26
Act Two, Scene 56:00
Act One, Scene 510:32
Act Two, Scene 44:34
Act One, Prologue4:46
Act Two, Scene 213:06

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OMM 0102

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Orange Mountain Music

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Formats

  • 2 × CD
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Recorded AtTeatro Real

Credits

RoleCredit
Adapted By (Text)Rudolph Wurlitzer
Baritone VocalsChristopher Purves
Bass VocalsZachary James
ChorusCoro Intermezzo Sinfónica De Madrid
Chorus MasterAndrés Máspero
Composed ByPhilip Glass
ConductorDennis Russell Davies
OrchestraOrquesta Sinfónica De Madrid
Soprano VocalsNazan Friket
Tenor VocalsJohn Easterlin
Text ByPeter Stephan Jungk

Notes

Recorded Live Performance Teatro Real Madrid, February 2013.

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About Philip Glass Rudolph Wurlitzer, Peter Stephan Jungk, Dennis Russell Davies, Teatro Real Madrid

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American composer and musician born 31 January 1937 in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. He was married to from 1965 to 1980. He studied music with , Vincent Pershichetti, and . In 1966 he worked with , which changed his perspective on composition. In the fall of 1968, he founded the Philip Glass Ensemble to perform his music and in 1971 he started Chatham Square Production to release his music. Publisher: .

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Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: *The Perfect American*, an opera by Philip Glass, is based on a fictionalized account of Walt Disney’s final days. The story dives into themes like legacy, mortality, and the complexities of being a cultural icon. Released in 2016, it features a mix of powerful vocals and intricate orchestration, performed by the Orquesta Sinfónica de Madrid and conducted by Dennis Russell Davies. Fun detail—Christopher Purves, the baritone who plays Disney, brings an emotional depth that makes the character feel both larger-than-life and deeply human. It’s not your typical opera; it’s thought-provoking and layered, just like its subject.