What is john adams el nino?

John Adams' "El Niño" is a three-part oratorio about the birth of Jesus Christ, composed in 1999-2000. It combines texts from the Bible, Apocrypha, and various poets. The first part portrays the annunciation to Mary, the second the birth of Jesus, and the third the adoration of the Magi. The piece features soloists, choir, orchestra, and percussion, and blends elements of classical, contemporary, and world music. The title "El Niño" refers to the Spanish term for "the child," but also alludes to the meteorological phenomenon of warm ocean currents that often occur around Christmas in South America. The work has been praised for its spiritual depth, innovation, and cross-cultural appeal.