November 2025 – “Bella Italia” Opera feature with Vancouver Island Symphony

Heather Walker is a professional horn player and a core member of the Vancouver Island Symphony. Join her for the next concert at the Port Theatre in Nanaimo (November 8th) and the Sid Williams theatre in Courtenay (November 9th). More info: https://vancouverislandsymphony.com/

Whether you’re new to opera or a devoted aficionado this concert promises to uplift your spirit and nurture your soul. Experience the enchanting voice of soprano Sarah Caulfield as she delivers a stunning performance bringing to life the rich themes of love, laughter, betrayal, seduction, passion, heartache, tragedy, and comedy. Enjoy a thoughtfully curated selection of your favourite opera pieces, showcasing the masterpieces of iconic composers such as Rossini, Bellini, Verdi and Puccini.

CONDUCTOR: Cosette Justo Valdés
GUEST ARTISTS: Sarah Caulfield,  soprano

PROGRAMME

G. ROSSINI: Overture “Semiramide”

G. ROSSINI: Una voce poco fa from “Il barbiere di Siviglia”

V. BELLINI: Casta Diva from “Norma”

G. PUCCINI: Si, mi chiamano Mimi  from “La Bohème”

Vittorio MONTI: Csárdás

Amilcare PONCHIELLI: Danza delle ore from “La Gioconda”

G. VERDI: E strano! / Sempre libera degg’io from “La Traviata”

G. VERDI: Prelude to Act I “La Traviata”

G. VERDI: Lo vidi e’l primo palpito from “Luisa Miller”

G. DONIZETTI: Di quai soave lagrime… Perche di stolto giubilo? from “Poliuto”

G. VERDI: Overture “La forza del destino”

When not performing music professionally, Heather teaches the Alexander Technique, a unique tool for improving posture and changing movement habits. For more information about private sessions, workshops, and group classes, please contact Heather through this website.

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