Celebrating a world of music': Pacific Opera Project leaves audience enthralled at the Pasadena Tournament of Roses!

On the hallowed lawns of the historic Tournament House, under a cloudless Pasadena sky, the Pacific Opera Project (POP) conjured an evening of melodious magic that was nothing short of spectacular.

"Celebrating a World of Music": Pacific Opera Project's Enthralling Opera Extravaganza

As reported by Pasadena Now, this enchanting event was organized in partnership with the Pasadena Tournament of Roses and revolved around the theme of the 2024 Tournament of Roses, “Celebrating a World of Music.” The POP opera, known for its eclectic mix of music, dished out a performance that was every bit accessible, affordable, and thoroughly enjoyable.

According to an official statement by the Tournament, "Los Angeles’s Pacific Opera Project lived up to its reputation, delivering an unforgettable performance that encompassed energetic, high-quality opera."

"Music, the Universal Language": The Mesmerizing Melody of Unity

Under the keen direction of music director Brian Holman, the concert stage buzzed with life. Arnold Livingston, Ben Lowe, Oriana Falla, and Emily Geller charmed the audience with their impressive range and talent, presenting a repertoire that included operatic and musical theater hits like Rigoletto, Carmen, La Traviata, and West Side Story, to name a few.

The event underscored the 2024 Tournament of Roses theme “Celebrating a World of Music: The Universal Language,” introduced earlier by Alex Aghajanian, the current Tournament President. Aghajanian's belief in music's ability to cross cultural and linguistic barriers and to foster unity was beautifully encapsulated in this concert.

He conveyed his vision by saying, "Music serves as a universal language, capable of transcending cultural, linguistic, and societal boundaries. It has the unique ability to move, soothe, excite, and delight people from all walks of life, regardless of their diverse cultures, beliefs, hopes, and dreams."

The Association, consisting of 935 members, is now bracing for the 135th Rose Parade on January 1, 2024, and the 110th Rose Bowl Game that follows. Meanwhile, applications for the 2024 Royal Court are set to open online on Tuesday, August 1.

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