Music of Carolina Uccelli and Gioachino Rossini: Passion, Wit, and Vocal Fireworks!

Experience some of the most beautiful melodies and dazzling vocal pyrotechnics ever written in the concert Music of Carolina Uccelli and Gioachino Rossini: Passion, Wit, and Vocal Fireworks, taking place at First Parish in Lexington (Lexington, MA) on Saturday, December 13 at 7:00 PM. The performance features First Parish Resident Artists Yunona Tabala (soprano) and Julia Jaffe (mezzo-soprano), in collaboration with James Lorusso (piano). This sparkling program showcases music by the beloved Bel Canto legend Gioachino Rossini and his newly rediscovered contemporary Carolina Uccelli — a woman once hailed as a “born opera composer,” whose voice history nearly silenced. The evening will also include engaging commentary offering fascinating insights into the lives and careers of these remarkable composers, presented by Noam Shoresh. Come for the music — stay for the party! RSVP by December 1 at www.surl.li/rufbks to receive a complimentary pre-show refreshment, served between 6:45–7:00 PM. A reception for all attendees will follow the concert. Suggested donation is $20 and will go directly to the performers. Free parking is available behind the building.