As a Fine Arts person this was an once in a lifetime opportunity. I don't know what to say but Grazie'. The above reviews said it all. To be an observer to opera singers and to hear a Maestro give vocal and language advice was an ELL, Gifted, Drama teacher's dream. It was so fascinating! I really missed NY while listening in to the Maestro's NY accent as he gave advice. He was very charming and witty. He obliged me by staying a little later and answering a few questions I had after the rehearsal.
(very nice) The singers were so entertaining and gracious as well. And there were even a few laughs during the evening.Hahaha to the clever piano player who played the, "Jeopardy Theme Song" as a joke when the Maestro's cell went off-lol!
I so wish I could sing one-one millionth well as the singers that were there. It was amazing to listen to them and wonder where did that voice come from?This was a very different/unique event for Yelp. I had a million thoughts running through my mind all evening. That's what good music and the theater does to my brain though. BTW, The food from the food carts was sooooo good too.Thank you so much to everyone involved. As usual I love and am thankful for being a Yelper !