Glass

Philip Glass has had a unique impact on traditional popular culture over the past 40 years. Written jointly as an appraisal of his work and a biography, Glass details the landmark points of his career and the artists he recorded with, such as Ravi Shankar. Diverse projects, from his four hour epic "Einstein on the Beach" to operatic compositions such as "100 Airplanes, " and their impact on popular culture are explored -- recording a remarkable life in music.