Blurb for Meistersinger:
Wagner's most accessible opera. A sunny comedy set in Medieval Germany. The town Cobbler, Hans Sachs helps the young Knight Walther win the hand of the Gosldsmith's daughter Eva by foiling the unwanted attentions of the competing suitor Beckmesser.
OPERA FOR ALL -- Octavio Choy and Peter Shimkin
Monday 9 pm & Wednesday 2 pm
Longtime friends and opera lovers Octavio Choy and Peter Shimkin want YOU to become an opera fan! In this introductory series, we will present the plots of popular operas along with their musical highlights. We will provide insight to help you appreciate singers and singing in general. You will also learn about the musical style of great composers. All you need to get started is love of the human voice and a great tune.