ACE Society Presents
A Night of Classical Splendor Holiday Concert
by the Greater Toronto Philharmonic Orchestra

1. Verdi: La Forza del Destino, Overture

Embark on an enchanting journey with the captivating overture from Verdi's timeless masterpiece.

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2. Brahms: Hungarian Dances #1 & 5

Feel the rhythmic allure of Brahms as the Hungarian Dances come to life in a mesmerizing performance.

 

3. Lehar: Meine Lippen, Soprano Aria

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Lehar's operatic world as the soprano unveils the soul-stirring "Meine Lippen."

 

4. Gounod: Je Veux Vivre, Soprano Aria

Experience the emotional depth of Gounod's composition through the soaring notes of "Je Veux Vivre."

 

5. Mascagni: Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana

Let Mascagni's intermezzo weave a poignant musical tapestry, transporting you to the heart of Cavalleria Rusticana.

 

6. Ibrahimi: Valle Epike (Epic Dance Alb.)

Discover the Albanian heritage with Ibrahimi's vibrant and spirited "Valle Epike."

 

7. Strauss: Fruhlingsstimmen, Waltz

Enter the world of Strauss and be swept away by the enchanting melodies of "Fruhlingsstimmen."

 

8. Puccini: O Mio Babbino Caro, Soprano Aria

Allow the poignant strains of Puccini's "O Mio Babbino Caro" to touch your heart through the soprano's emotive performance.

 

9. Offenbach: Doll Song, Soprano Aria

Indulge in the delightful charm of Offenbach's "Doll Song" as the soprano takes center stage.

 

10. Antoni: Malsorja (Mountaineer Dance Alb.)

Experience the energetic rhythms and cultural richness of Albanian dance with Antoni's "Malsorja."

 

11. Strauss: Annen Polka

Dance to the lively beats of Strauss's "Annen Polka" and revel in the joyous atmosphere it brings.

 

12. Trisch-Trasch Polka

Continue the celebration with the infectious energy of the "Trisch-Trasch Polka."

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13. Unter Donner und Blitz, Polka

Conclude the evening with the thunderous and brilliant "Unter Donner und Blitz" polka by Strauss.