Milton Crotts, conductor

"Musique Ménage" translates from French as "household of music." Join us to observe and absorb the gifts and talents of our small ensemble led by Music Director, Milton Crotts. We will be joined by UNC Greensboro’s Opera Theatre, courtesy of David Holley, Theatre Director, for two afternoons of intimate music and variety for the ear.

Program:

 Opera a la carte with musicians from the BRO and
UNC Greensboro Opera Theatre:

UNC Greensboro Opera Theatre,
Courtesy of David Holley, Theatre Director

Blue Ridge Orchestra Chamber Ensemble
Milton Crotts, BRO Music Director

BRO Music Director Milton Crotts and Opera Theatre Director David Holley promise an evening of elegant opera music including selections from Mozart’s comedic masterpiece The Impresario, “Chi il bel sogno” from Puccini’s La Rondine, and “Morro, ma prima in grazia” from Giuseppe Verdi’s opera about the assassination of Swedish King Gustav III.  The program features iconic songs sung by the title characters of three beloved French operas: Bizet's Carmen sings the defiant and challenging “Habanera”; Massenet's Manon performs her celebratory “Gavotte”; Lakme and her servant girl Mallika sing the hauntingly beautiful “Flower Duet” by Leo Delibes. The emotional tenor aria “La Serenata”, the "Intermezzo" from Cavalleria Rusticana, and the "Meditation" from Thais are among the many other highlights of these intimate concerts.

PLEASE NOTE: March 7th ticket purchases include wine, savory hors d'oeuvres, and an exclusive chance to mingle with performing artists. Wine and delectables will NOT be provided on March 8th due to the nature of this larger event.