2005

three short operas based on Franks Sargeson Stories

By:

• David Griffiths

Duration:

55' 00"

Instrumentation:

soloists, SATB chorus, flute, clarinet in B flat, 2 violins, 2 cellos

Contents:

1. They Gave her a Rise (12'); 2. Two Worlds (13'); 3. A Great Day (30')

Availability

• This work has a score

Text Note:

Frank Sargeson (permission for use granted by the Executors of the Sargeson Trust)

Influences:

• Art and literature - NZ

Performance History

	18 Aug 2005	Performed by students and staff of Waikato University Music Department, mus. dir. James Tennant; Gallagher Concert Chamber, Hamilton
		James Tennant
	10 Apr 2008	Performed by Opera Factory at Opera Factory Studio Theatre, Auckland
		Opera Factory
	12 Apr 2008	Performed by Opera Factory at Opera Factory Studio Theatre, Auckland
		Opera Factory
	16 Apr 2008	Performed by Opera Factory at Opera Factory Studio Theatre, Auckland
		Opera Factory
	18 Apr 2008	Performed by Opera Factory at Opera Factory Studio Theatre, Auckland
		Opera Factory
	19 Apr 2008	Performed by Opera Factory at Opera Factory Studio Theatre, Auckland
		Opera Factory
	21 Oct 2010	Performed as part of an Opera Showcase by the voice students of University of Waikato in the WEL Academy of Performing Arts, Hamilton