{"product_id":"phipps-opera-in-one-act-digital-pdf-download-arr","title":"Karen Phipps - Snow White: Opera in One Act","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/issuu.com\/ayottemusic\/docs\/636266665911\"\u003eClick HERE to browse the music.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSnow White — A Complete Opera in One Act by Karen Phipps\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003caudio controls style=\"width:100%;margin-bottom:1em;\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"http:\/\/www.ayottemusic.com\/music\/636266665911.mp3\" type=\"audio\/mpeg\"\u003eYour browser does not support the audio element.\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/audio\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSnow White\u003c\/em\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eKaren Phipps\u003c\/strong\u003e is a captivating operatic retelling of the beloved Brothers Grimm fairy tale, brought to life in a compact one-act format. From the jealous Evil Queen and her enchanted mirror, to the seven dwarfs and the fateful poisoned apple, Phipps's score captures every iconic moment of the tale with the full emotional power of the operatic tradition — while remaining eminently practical for university opera workshops, community opera companies, and touring productions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRequiring a small cast of \u003cstrong\u003etwo lead women, seven dwarf altos, and two or three men\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a total performance time of \u003cstrong\u003eunder one hour\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003epiano accompaniment only\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eSnow White\u003c\/em\u003e is an ideal vehicle for bringing the magic of opera to audiences of all ages — from young school children to adult concertgoers. Minimal staging requirements make it equally suited to full theatrical production or concert performance. A version for chamber orchestra is forthcoming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne-act operas have a distinguished history in the repertoire, from Puccini's \u003cem\u003eIl Tabarro\u003c\/em\u003e to Menotti's \u003cem\u003eThe Telephone\u003c\/em\u003e, and Phipps's \u003cem\u003eSnow White\u003c\/em\u003e offers performers and audiences a complete operatic experience in an accessible and practical format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCast and Production Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo lead women (Snow White and the Evil Queen)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeven dwarf altos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo or three men\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal performance time: under one hour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePiano accompaniment only (chamber orchestra version forthcoming)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimal staging — ideal for touring and educational productions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStory Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBased on the classic Brothers Grimm fairy tale of Snow White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures iconic characters: Snow White, the Evil Queen, the Magic Mirror, the Prince, and the Seven Dwarfs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDramatic arc includes the poisoned apple, the glass coffin, and the triumphant awakening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich vocal writing across a small, practical cast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerformance Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA complete, self-contained opera in one act by Karen Phipps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for university opera workshops, community opera companies, and touring productions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessible to adult and young audiences alike — a perfect educational outreach vehicle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePiano-vocal score included — ready for rehearsal and performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital PDF download — print-ready score included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Composer\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0706\/6750\/1677\/files\/phipps.jpg?v=1777672456\" alt=\"Karen Phipps\" style=\"max-width:180px;margin:0.75em 1.25em 0.75em 0;float:left;\"\u003eKaren Phipps received her Master’s degree from Eastern Michigan University, where she studied organ with Dr. Mary Ida Yost and composition as a post-graduate student with Dr. Anthony Iannaccone. She also studied organ and composition with Dr. Pamela Riuter-Feenstra at Eastern Michigan, and completed one year of doctoral studies at the University of Michigan studying organ with Dr. Marilyn Mason and composition with Dr. William Albright. Upon returning to Eastern Michigan, she continued organ and composition studies with Dr. James Wagner. She currently serves as organist and choir director at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Livonia, Michigan. Her organ works have been published by Northwestern Publishing House and Augsburg Publishing House, and her opera \u003cem\u003eSnow White\u003c\/em\u003e by Ayotte Custom Musical Engravings.\u003cdiv style=\"clear:both;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ayotte Custom Musical Engravings","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45150900617325,"sku":"636266665532","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0706\/6750\/1677\/files\/636266665532.jpg?v=1777499004","url":"https:\/\/www.ayottemusic.com\/products\/phipps-opera-in-one-act-digital-pdf-download-arr","provider":"Ayotte Custom Musical Engravings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}