This cantata is a musical interpretation of the Rub iy t of Omar Khayyam, a Persian mathematician, poet, and philosopher. The work is scored for orchestra, choir, and soloists and is based on the translation of the Rub iy t by Edward Fitzgerald. It is a beautiful piece of music that elegantly captures the poetic and philosophical spirit of Khayyam's work. Anyone interested in classical music or Persian literature will find this book to be a compelling...