Biography highlights and collaborations:
- Librettist behind Moby-Dick (opera by Jake Heggie), world premiere: April 30, 2010, Dallas Opera.
- Metropolitan Opera presentation of Moby-Dick in New York City in 2025 (March 3–29 window mentioned in press materials).
- Longstanding collaboration with Jake Heggie on operas and song cycles; notable collaborations with Tobias Picker, Jennifer Higdon, Joby Talbot, Mason Bates, and more.
- Award recognition: Cold Mountain (with Jennifer Higdon) won the International Opera Award for Best World Premiere (2015) and was nominated for a Grammy (Best Classical Composition); August 4, 1964 (Stucky) earned a Grammy nomination in 2012.
- Notable works include American Anthem, performed by Denyce Graves (1999 Smithsonian event) and Norah Jones (2007 The War soundtrack); referenced by President Biden in 2021.
- Discography highlights: Moby-Dick on DVD (EuroArts, 2013) and PBS Great Performances broadcast; part of a 2016 San Francisco Opera/EuroArts box set featuring Moby-Dick.
- Upcoming: Metropolitan Opera 2025/26 season features The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay (Sept–Oct 2025), expanding Scheer’s Met-era profile beyond Moby-Dick.
To stay connected, visit Gene Scheer’s official site for direct updates and contact information: genescheer.com.
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