Vermont Philharmonic Opera Gala

Got opera? The state’s oldest community orchestra presents its annual opera gala in two ear-pleasing performances in Stowe and Barre. Music director Lou Kosma conducts the Vermont Philharmonic in a stirring program of operatic works by Giuseppe Verdi, Giacomo Puccini, Gaetano Donizetti, Ottorino Respighi and Antonio Vivaldi. Violinist and newly appointed Vermont Philharmonic concertmaster Letitia Quante showcases her bow-and-string mastery as a featured soloist. Also in the spotlight is Danish soprano and 2017 Bel Canto Institute Performance Award-winner Helle Gössler Christensen (pictured).