SONGFEST RECITALS

Melody Please! Anytime FGO performs 20th or 21st century music, most people assume that the music is “atonal” or “dissonant.” Yet, what does that really mean, and is that statement true? This SongFest will explore a wide selection of 20th and 21st century opera and give examples of harmonic structure and melody that exists in new music. You will be surprised that some of your favorite arias were written after 1900.

Meet the Composer: Michael Ching Michael Ching, the composer of Buoso’s Ghost, will join us for a look at his compositional style and the opportunity to hear some of his art songs and other music. Maestro Ching began his career at FGO (the Greater Miami Opera at that time). Come and hear about his experiences as a young pianist, and see how FGO impacted his future and the music he writes.

The Final Act Some of the most celebrated music in opera occurs during the final acts: “The Rigoletto Quartet,” “Colline’s Aria” in La bohème, “Nessun dorma” in Turandot or “E lucevan le stelle” from Tosca. Was it the composer’s intention to place that tune towards the end of the opera? Did it enhance the storytelling or was it designed purely to keep the audience’s attention? Join us for this installment of SongFest to hear some of your favorites.

FINAL SING

Enjoy an evening of favorite arias and scenes from the world’s most beloved operas. Now that you know them, it is your LAST opportunity last chance to hear this year’s FGO Studio Artists in a performance designed to showcase their immense talent, artistry, and exciting work from throughout the season.

Seating is general admission. Tickets are $10.00 per person. Free for donors and subscribers, limited to the number of subscription seats purchased. To reserve tickets, call the FGO Ticket Office at 800-741-1010 or e-mail sales@fgo.org. Seating is limited so order today.