An exceptional Chinese young pianist from the Juilliard School of Music, Weiran Lydia Meng will perform Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue. Also in the program is the World premiere of XXI Music for string orchestra by a young Polish composer from Gdańsk Music Academy, Sandra Tracz, and Mozart's Symphony No. 29 i A-Major.
Ruggero Leoncavallo’s Pagliacci is a gripping masterpiece that blends raw emotion, unforgettable music, and timeless drama. Audiences should not miss the chance to experience what resonates across generations: love, betrayal, jealousy, and revenge—all set within a traveling performing troupe. The famous aria “Vesti la giubba,” where the lead character Canio sings of hiding heartbreak behind a painted smile, is one of the most iconic moments in operatic history.
CAST: Jax Hussler (Canio), Emily Tate Daniel (Nedda), Jonathan R. Green (Tonio), Eliam Ramos (Silvio), Mario De La Garza (Beppe)
PRESENTED BY: Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra & 2025 Greve Opera Academy
Join us for an evening that celebrates the vibrancy of our community through the power of music. The Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra welcomes you to our Annual Gala Dinner and Silent Auction, where melody meets generosity. Enjoy exquisite performances, savor a delightful meal, and engage in a silent auction supporting […]
The Holiday Concert: In the Land of Waltz and Czardas brings together an extraordinary lineup of guest artists from Poland’s most prestigious theaters, including Opera Śląska, Opera Wrocławska, Opera Lubelska, Teatr Wielki in Łódź, and Teatr Muzyczny in Poznań. Audiences will be treated to the brilliance of celebrated soloists such as Ewelina Szybilska, Tomasz Janczak, Joanna Horodko, Łukasz Gaj, and Agnieszka Tyrawska, joined by Wojciech Bonarowski, Patrycja Posłuszna, Adrian Sylveen, and Dariusz Ocetek. Together, they will illuminate the stage with the timeless charm and elegance of operetta.
In Program: Karol Szymanowski: Arrangements of Polish Folk Songs Henry Wieniawski: Selected pieces Ernesto Ferreri: “A Nocturn for Violin & String Orchestra” (World Premiere) Edward Grieg: Holberg Suite (Selections) Traditional Polish Christmas Carols with the Moniuszko Choir (arr. Kowalewski, Sylveen) Soloists: Michael Schiano, accordion, Patrycja Posluszna, soprano Michael Jude Schiano […]
The Connecticut Virtuosi & the members of Orchestra "Il Contrapunto" from Empoli (Italy) in performance of the most beautiful Italian baroque concertos. In Program: Giuseppe Valentini: Concerto in A minor for 4 violins, Op.7 No.11 Giuseppe Tartini: Violin Concerto in A major, GT 1.A09 Antonio Vivaldi: Concerto For Harpsichord, Strings […]
The Connecticut Virtuosi & the members of Orchestra "Il Contrapunto" from Empoli (Italy) in performance of the most beautiful Italian baroque concertos. In Program: Giuseppe Valentini: Concerto in A minor for 4 violins, Op.7 No.11 Giuseppe Tartini: Violin Concerto in A major, GT 1.A09 Antonio Vivaldi: Concerto For Harpsichord, Strings […]
The Connecticut Virtuosi & the members of Orchestra "Il Contrapunto" from Empoli (Italy) in performance of the most beautiful Italian baroque concertos. In Program: Giuseppe Valentini: Concerto in A minor for 4 violins, Op.7 No.11 Giuseppe Tartini: Violin Concerto in A major, GT 1.A09 Antonio Vivaldi: Concerto For Harpsichord, Strings […]
Easter Songs for Chorus, organ & Strings with the Moniuszko Choir
Performance by the Students of the Virtuosi Music Academy
Selection of works for Organ and Voice with mezzo-soprano Rebecca Almeida
Program sponsored in part by Marjorie Jolidon Fund at the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving
Join us for an electrifying evening as Bizet’s immortal Carmen—one of the most beloved and recognizable operas in the world—returns to the stage with irresistible passion, color, and drama. Carmen remains a timeless masterpiece, captivating audiences with its fiery spirit and unforgettable melodies. Set in vibrant Seville, the story follows Don José, a soldier torn between duty, love, and the magnetic allure of the free‑spirited Carmen.
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From the iconic “Habanera” to the thrilling “Toreador Song,” every moment promises intensity, beauty, and musical brilliance. Whether you are a longtime opera lover or discovering this classic for the first time, Carmen will sweep you into a world of passion and fate. Reserve your seats and experience the power of grand opera at its finest.
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Set in vibrant Seville, the story follows Don José, a soldier torn between duty, love, and the magnetic allure of the free‑spirited Carmen. As jealousy consumes him and Carmen turns her attention to the charismatic bullfighter Escamillo, the opera hurtles toward its gripping final scene outside the bullring.
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The Virtuosi OPERA international cast is headlined by Brazilian mezzo‑soprano Rebecca de Almeida as Carmen, American tenor Jax Hassler as Don José, Polish‑American baritone Wojciech Bonarowski as Escamillo, and American soprano Makaela Shade-Alexander as Micaëla. Artistic Director maestro Adrian Sylveen leads the Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra and the Virtuosi OPERA in a fully staged production enhanced with English super‑title translations.
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