Gordon Getty
Composer
American composer Gordon Getty has made a lifetime of contributions to the world of classical music. In recognition of his extraordinary legacy, he was awarded the prestigious European Culture Prize in 2019 and inducted into Opera America's Opera Hall of Fame in 2022. Learn more about the man and his music. Scroll down for highlights or explore the website.
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The latest on compositions, performances, and recordings.

Lisa Delan interviews Gordon Getty in “Haute Living”
“Haute Living San Francisco” publishes an interview of Gordon Getty as the cover story in its July-August issue.

Matt Haimovitz premieres Getty’s “Ninna Nanna” in Brooklyn
On April 23, 2023, cellist Matt Haimovitz performed the world premiere of “Ninna Nanna,” Gordon Getty’s new piece for solo cello, at Bargemusic in Brooklyn, NY.
Featured Recordings
Gordon Getty’s oeuvre spans orchestral works, song cycles, and full length operas.
Goodbye, Mr. Chips Highlights
This EP features some of the opera’s greatest arias and scenes from the film soundtrack, including its profoundly moving finale.
Featured Reviews
A complete archive of reviews of works by Gordon Getty, including performances and recordings.
Joanne Sydney Lessner: Goodbye, Mr. Chips
Composer/librettist Getty hews closely to the book, adding color and depth particularly where Kathie is concerned. The score is traditional and tonal, with recitatives and arias, soaring choral anthems, and a predilection for heroic high notes.
Read the full review on Opera NewsClaire Jackson: Gordon Getty: Goodbye, Mr. Chips (EP)
Soprano Marnie Breckenridge sweetly foreshadows the tragedy in ‘Chips darling it’s started’, a lyrical aria with colourful orchestration including harp and piano. This style is echoed in a later interlude, with melodic writing for strings, piano and tuned percussion.
Read the full review on BBC Music Magazine