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“Bel Canto” Opera presentation – CANCELLED by the Library

Burlington Public Library 2331 New Street, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Please join Sabatino Vacca, Artistic Director of SOLO, in a discussion of the world of “Bel Canto” opera.  The term refers to the Italian-originated vocal style, developed by composers such as Bellini, Rossini and Donizetti, which prevailed throughout most of Europe during the 18th and early 19th centuries.  Audiovisual examples will be presented in this … Continue reading "“Bel Canto” Opera presentation – CANCELLED by the Library"

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“Opera 101” – CANCELLED by the Library

Hamilton Central Library 55 York Blvd., Hamilton, ON

Please join Sabatino Vacca, Artistic Director of SOLO, as he presents a lively discussion on opera for beginners.   Sabatino will explore the world of opera and its many facets, in an informal manner.  Audiovisual examples will be presented in this lively interactive discussion.  Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about the multi-faceted world of … Continue reading "“Opera 101” – CANCELLED by the Library"

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Verdi’s “Messa da Requiem” Presentation – Postponed until further notice

Grimsby Public Library 18 Carnegie Lane, Grimsby, Ontario, Canada

Please join Sabatino Vacca, Artistic Director of SOLO, in a discussion of Verdi’s “Messa da Requiem” in preparation for SOLO’s upcoming performance on May 23rd at the Burlington Performing Arts Centre.  Sabatino will explore the music of the Requiem and why it inspires such reverence among audiences worldwide.  Audiovisual examples will be presented along with a soloist performance. Don’t miss … Continue reading "Verdi’s “Messa da Requiem” Presentation – Postponed until further notice"

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Verdi’s “Messa da Requiem” Presentation – Postponed until further notice

Hamilton Central Library 55 York Blvd., Hamilton, ON

Verdi’s “Messa da Requiem” Presentation Please join Sabatino Vacca, Artistic Director of SOLO, in a discussion of Verdi’s “Messa da Requiem” in preparation for SOLO’s upcoming performance on May 23rd at the Burlington Performing Arts Centre.  Sabatino will explore the music of the Requiem and why it inspires such reverence among audiences worldwide.  Audiovisual examples will be presented along with a soloist … Continue reading "Verdi’s “Messa da Requiem” Presentation – Postponed until further notice"

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Verdi’s “Messa da Requiem” presentation – Postponed until further notice

Burlington Public Library 2331 New Street, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Verdi’s “Messa da Requiem” Presentation Please join Sabatino Vacca, Artistic Director of SOLO, in a discussion of Verdi’s “Messa da Requiem” in preparation for SOLO’s upcoming performance on May 23rd at the Burlington Performing Arts Centre.  Sabatino will explore the music of the Requiem and why it inspires such reverence among audiences worldwide.  Audiovisual examples will be presented along with a soloist … Continue reading "Verdi’s “Messa da Requiem” presentation – Postponed until further notice"

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Verdi’s Requiem – Postponed until further notice

Burlington Performing Arts Centre 440 Locust Street, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Verdi’s Requiem: one of the most dramatic, and undoubtedly the most operatic, of its type ever composed.  Any performance of the Verdi Requiem is always a grand occasion. So to get you in the spirit, here’s a quick guide to this unique work…   How did Verdi come to write his Requiem? Initially, it was the … Continue reading "Verdi’s Requiem – Postponed until further notice"

A Symphonic Summer Night

Queenston Heights Bandshell Niagara on the Lake, ON

A Symphonic Summer Night Saturday - September 19, 2020, 6 P.M. Queenston Heights Bandshell Niagara on the Lake David Diston, Baritone Sabatino Vacca, Conductor   Programme   La Gazza Ladra                                                                       G. Rossini Overture   Don Giovanni                                                                          W. A. Mozart Overture Fin ch'han dal vino Madamina   Le Nozze di Figaro                                                                  W. A. Mozart Overture … Continue reading "A Symphonic Summer Night"