Metropolitan Opera National Council - Grand Finals Concert

Evening Music | May 6, 2010
Don't miss the Metropolitan Opera National Council's Grand Finals Concert, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the National Council Auditions. Margaret Juntwait will be your host from the stage of the Metropolitan Opera for this gala event, which includes appearances from guest alumni, including Deborah Voight, Dolora Zajic, Thomas Hampson, and Samuel Ramey. The Master of Ceremonies will be acclaimed soprano Beverly Sills. Each finalist will sing two arias accompanied by the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, conducted by Marco Armiliato. As you listen to these fine young singers—culled from the United States, Puerto Rico, and Canada—cast your own private vote.

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