Synopsis "Germain: An Opera in Four Acts, Vocal Score (in English)"
American contemporary composer James Nathaniel Holland ( https: //www.facebook.com/jamesnathanielholland/ ) brings this opera of political intrigue and love in four acts. Arranged here in vocal and piano reduction. Full Act IV video presentation on YouTube: https: //youtu.be/Ol9u4Gi7y6Y OPERA SYNOPSIS: A mythical country, somewhere lost in time and space; two factions, the minority "have" and the majority "have-not's," are in constant violent conflict to rule the country. Germain, a young man with mysterious origins, and for neither side, by fate meets the the prime minister and hopes for personal love. But this is not to be a happy ending. The leader of the have-not's takes this perfect opportunity to assassinate the PM.When the attempt fails, the blame falls on Germain and leads him to his imprisonment and eventual death.GERMAIN, A Dreamer (Lyric Baritone) CHERYL, A tavern owner and girlfriend to Talleyrand (Soprano, Coloratura)TALLEYRAND, Minister of District Thirteen, Secret leader of the Dissidents (Bass) ALEXANDER, The newly elected Prime Minister of Timbaksha (Tenor)TAMINA, Alexander's wife (Soprano) NADINE, Minister of District Five (Alto)URCHIN, A Young Teen (Male or Female Voice)WALLACE, Minister of District Nine (Baritone) OFFICER (Baritone)CHORUS: DISSIDENT, GUESTS, SERVANTS, CROWD, OFFICERS Video Presentation: https: //youtu.be/5Q1B6sg-7vo?si=b4KIT7Jbsf_6XbMK
