''Thomas'' is a 1985
Finnish-language opera in three acts by
Einojuhani Rautavaara to a
libretto by the composer based on the life of
Thomas, 13th Century bishop of Finland.
Recording
*''Thomas'': –
Jorma Hynninen (
baritone
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– Thomas, Bishop of Finland), Sini Rautavaara
[Sini Rautavaara was the composer's spouse.] (
soprano – Maiden),
Peter Lindroos (
tenor – Johann von Gobyn, Knight of the Sword), (tenor – Mäster Styver, a Merchant from Gotland)
Joensuu City Orchestra,
Savonlinna Opera Festival Chorus, (conductor)
References
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Operas
1985 operas
Finnish-language operas
Operas by Einojuhani Rautavaara
Operas based on real people