EDUCATION
INTRODUCTION TO ITALIAN OPERA
In Collaboration with the NIAF (National Italian American Foundation)
Wednesdays Lunchtime from 12:30 - 1:30 pm EST*
One of the many gifts of Italy to the world is the beauty and magic of Italian opera which has endured for centuries. To understand opera is to understand life. This series will open the door to the incredible story telling that can only be done through powerful music and staging. The stories are timeless; Operatic music has touched people's emotions since its inception and knowing about its origins and its history will allow a deep appreciation of this important and unique art form. The teachers come from a background of operatic performance and directing, and their passion is likely to ignite yours.
Instructors:
Ashley Galvani Bell (Carnegie Hall, New York City Opera, Sarasota Opera)
Anton Armendariz Diaz (Rioja Forum, Principal de Castellón, Festival de Cine de Barcelona)
*if unable to attend the live session you will receive a link that is viewable for a 48-hour period of your selection.
$25 per class or Full Series $125: take individual classes of your choice or multiple classes.
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Wednesday, February 17 12:30 - 1:30 pm EST LE NOZZE DI FIGARO by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Wednesday, February 24 12:30 - 1:30 pm EST ELISIR D'AMORE by Gaetano Donizetti
Wednesday, March 10 12:30 - 1:30 pm EST RIGOLETTO by Giuseppe Verdi
Wednesday, March 17 12:30 - 1:30 pm EST TOSCA by Giacomo Puccini
Wednesday, March 24 12:30 - 1:30 pm EST MADAME BUTTERFLY by Giacomo Puccini
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RECORDINGS OF PREVIOUS LIVE SESSIONS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE:
$25 per class
What is Opera?
History of Italian Opera
Don Giovanni & Lorenzo da Ponte
Lucia di Lammermoor by Donizetti
Barber of Seville by Rossini
La Traviata by Verdi
La Bohème by Puccini