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Spring 2025 Lecture Series
Italian Opera: A Reflection of Life!

Presented by Louis M. Barrella, M.A.

 

“Italian opera: A Reflection of life!”
An opera Lecture Series at the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum
with Professor Lou Barrella, M.A.

SPRING TERM 2025

 

A 5-Session Journey into the Minds of Great Composers

 

This 5-session class is designed to captivate both seasoned opera lovers and newcomers alike. It aims to deepen appreciation for Italian Opera by offering insights into the minds and souls of the composers whose works continue to inspire us today.

 

Now in its 18th season, this is not a repeat course—most sessions are new, and there is no prerequisite for newcomers. Join us for an experience of intellectual stimulation and musical pleasure.

 

Course Schedule (Meets Every Other Week)

 

 March 18th – Donizetti's Comic Operas

 April 1st - Preparation for Rossini's The Barber of Seville

 

🎭 BONUS EVENT – April 11th (Friday)

• Exclusive Seats to the MET Opera Dress Rehearsal of The Barber of Seville

 

 April 15th - Tosca’s Kiss – A Documentary about Verdi’s Casa di Riposo

 April 29th - Libretto Reading of Act 2 of Verdi’s La Forza del Destino

 May 13th - Italian Music by Non-Italian Composers

 

 

Tuition is $155 for non-members and $140 for members, and it must be paid in advance.

 

For a Members Discount ($140) please Insert Code: MemberPRO22 at checkout!