It quickly developed into one of the most widely played contemporary operas.
He is well known for his innovative work in contemporary opera and other forms.
It is still branded a "contemporary" opera, with ugly music.
It specialized in experimental productions of both ancient and contemporary opera.
Still, he acknowledged that contemporary opera is in crisis.
For another, it is likely to be perceived as a brave anomaly in the world of contemporary opera.
And no contemporary opera - that's another rule I've made.
What more could we hope for from contemporary opera?
He was especially noted for his work in contemporary American operas.
Why don't composers of contemporary operas want me to know what the singers are singing about?
