A Flowering Tree
opera by Adams
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A Flowering Tree is an opera by American composer John Adams, with a libretto by Adams and Peter Sellars. Premiering in 2006, the work is inspired by South Indian folktales and pays homage to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's opera The Magic Flute. Adams is known for his contemporary classical music, often incorporating elements of minimalism, jazz, and electronic music into his compositions. His operas, including Nixon in China and Doctor Atomic, are frequently performed and have received critical acclaim.12
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