Description

Arvo Pärt: Adam's Passion – A Profound Musical & Visual Journey | DVD Video

Product Information

UPC: 4260234831016
Product Type: DVD, Video
Title: Adam's Passion
Composer: Arvo Pärt
Stage Direction / Set Design / Lighting Concept: Robert Wilson
Musical Selections: Sequentia, Adam's Lament, Tabula Rasa, Miserere
Languages: Original (Latvian/Russian) with subtitles in German, English, French, Korean, and Japanese
Performers:
- Tallinn Chamber Orchestra
- Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir (Conducted by Tõnu Kaljuste)
- Featuring: Michalis Theophanous and Lucinda Childs
Picture Format: 16:9 NTSC
Audio: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital, DTS Digital Surround 5.1
Region Code: Worldwide

Overview

"Adam's Passion" is a profound synthesis of music, visual art, and stagecraft, brought to life through the visionary collaboration between composer Arvo Pärt and stage director Robert Wilson. This production, which premiered at the Noblessner Foundry in Tallinn on 12 May 2015, invites you to explore the universal narrative of Adam—a story that reflects the collective human experience, imbued with both tragedy and hope. With its evocative musical selections and striking visual design, this film offers a deeply moving exploration of identity and shared destiny.

Product Features

Media: DVD (also available on Blu-ray)
Running Time: 94 minutes and 08 seconds
Audio Formats: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital, DTS 5.1 Digital Surround
Video: NTSC, 16:9
Subtitles: German, English, French, Korean, Japanese
Special Features: High-definition recording capturing the artistic collaboration and innovative stage design by Robert Wilson

Interesting Facts

Artistic Vision: The production fuses Arvo Pärt’s minimalist musical language with Robert Wilson’s distinctive stage direction, creating a multi-sensory narrative that transcends traditional storytelling.
Universal Narrative: As encapsulated by Pärt’s own words, "this story is your story, one that questions me. And this story is my story, one that responds to you. This is our common story. The story of Adam is the story of all mankind."
World Premiere: The film debuted at the Noblessner Foundry in Tallinn on 12 May 2015, marking a landmark event in contemporary performing arts.
Collaborative Excellence: Produced by Accentus Music in coproduction with ERR and WDR, and in cooperation with ARTE, Eesti Kontsert, Change Performing Arts, and Enterprise Estonia, this project showcases a rare and powerful blend of international talent and creative innovation.

Publishers

Produced by Accentus Music in coproduction with ERR and WDR, and in cooperation with ARTE, Eesti Kontsert, Change Performing Arts, and Enterprise Estonia. Filmed in Germany with all rights reserved.
WARNING: The material on this disc is licensed for non-commercial private use only. Any unauthorized use, including copying, editing, or public performance, is strictly prohibited.

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