The UCSB Opera Gala was a splendid performance of repertoire that spanned over time and regions and gave everyone in the theater a true experience of opera at its best.
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“I am fortunate to have come across a wonderful book by Robert Shapiro, where I learned so much about every one of those six. The group did not exist long, each composer had a very unique journey and musical path, but their friendship and collegiality remained strong throughout the century.”
“I was very lucky that several wonderful musicians were willing to join me in this virtual recital project,” Kislenko said. “We have just completed all the recordings and had a lot of fun, particularly enjoying the lightness of the musical spirit and elegance of the selections.”
Isabel Bayrakdarian
Let’s say you’ve been stuck in the house for, oh, nearly a year. The walls are closing in, and you’re pretty sure another Zoom meeting will make your head explode. What’s a pandemic hermit to do?
One word: Mozart. Yes, you need Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart to soothe and cheer your weary soul. And you’re in luck.
UC Santa Barbara’s Department of Music will present a virtual performance of “Don Giovanni,” at 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 26. The two-act opera is free and available to the public. The link for the YouTube premiere will be available on the event page the week of the event.