Is Philip Glass A-List?
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No — Philip Glass is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
1976B$0.1M
'Einstein on the Beach' Opera
Collaboration with Robert Wilson gains recognition.
1982B$0.5M+$0.4M
Composes 'Koyaanisqatsi' Score
Score brings his music to broader audience.
1993B$2M+$1.5M
'Candyman' film score
Cult horror movie earns him notoriety.
1998B$5M+$3M
'The Truman Show' Film Score
Another big film, expanding recognition and earning potential.
2002B$10M+$5M
Composes 'The Hours' Score
Score wins Academy Award, increasing prestige and earnings.
2015B$20M+$10M
Kennedy Center Honors
Recognition of lifetime achievement.
2026B$30M+$10M
Legacy as Modern Composer
Glass continues to be performed and his work remains highly influential.
Last updated: February 25, 2026