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Superman Symphony's Surprise Grammy Nominations

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Superman Symphony's Surprise Grammy Nominations

Michael Daugherty's Metropolis Symphony, based on the story of Superman, received an impressive five Grammy nominations this year.

Superman Symphony's Surprise Grammy Nominations

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Small Labels, Superman Symphony Dominate Classical Grammy Nominations
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Small Labels, Superman Symphony Dominate Classical Grammy Nominations

Independent labels such as Naxos, Harmonia Mundi and Dorian, have earned more than 20 Grammy nods, edging out major, legacy labels like RCA, EMI and Sony. Michael Daugherty's 'Metropolis Symphony' (on Naxos) is at the top with five nominations.

Metropolis Symphony, for orchestra [Oh, Lois!]

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