🎭 “Oh, Bob, Can I Make You Understand” – Highway 1, USA
A powerful and emotionally charged moment from Highway 1, USA by William Grant Still—one of the most influential composers in American classical music.
Featuring Kaci Timmons as Mary, this performance captures the depth, tension, and vulnerability at the heart of this work.
🎥 Watch the full performance here:
https://youtu.be/FpSQoqw007U?si=-Km9WlYHoGCt1icZ
More performances from Opera Gems: A Celebration of American Opera are being released—stay tuned.
Presented by the Houston Ebony Opera Guild 🎶
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✨ What a beautiful evening at Opera Gems: A Celebration of American Opera.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for a powerful afternoon of artistry, storytelling, and song. From timeless classics to rarely heard treasures, last night reminded us of the richness of American opera and the joy of sharing it in community.
Bravo to our incredible artists, musicians, volunteers, and audience for making this performance so special. More moments from the evening to come. 🎶
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🎭 “Make Our Garden Grow” – Candide
A powerful and uplifting finale from Candide by Leonard Bernstein.
Featuring Bernard Kelly, Julie Allison, and ensemble, this performance brings the evening to a moving close—filled with hope, unity, and musical brilliance.
🎥 Watch the full performance here:
👉 https://youtu.be/71zC2-5q2lg?si=AeF-kiRATD_IGVGz
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More performances from Opera Gems: A Celebration of American Opera are being released—stay tuned.
Presented by the Houston Ebony Opera Guild 🎶
🎭 “Psalm 23” – Omar
A powerful and deeply spiritual moment from Omar by Michael Abels & Rhiannon Giddens.
Featuring Kenneth Gayle, Tenor, this performance reflects themes of faith, resilience, and strength—brought to life through a moving and expressive interpretation.
🎥 Watch the full performance here:
https://youtu.be/FBIwdKPqs4Y?si=7uQqApOa9Yg-VhfQ
More performances from Opera Gems: A Celebration of American Opera are being released—stay tuned.
Presented by the Houston Ebony Opera Guild 🎶
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🎶 TOMORROW IS THE DAY! 🎶
A glimpse from one of our ensemble rehearsals… and trust us, this is just a taste of what’s in store.
Powerful voices. Beautiful storytelling. American opera brought to life.
Join us tomorrow for Opera Gems: A Celebration of American Opera—an afternoon of unforgettable music you won’t want to miss.
🎟 Tickets available now: /event/opera-gems-a-celebration-of-american-opera/
📍 Heights Church
🕒 Sunday at 3PM
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🎶 Artist Spotlight 🎶
Tenor Kenneth Gayle brings depth and versatility to the stage at Opera Gems: A Celebration of American Opera, performing selections from two powerful works—“Lonely House” from Street Scene and music from Omar.
From introspective storytelling to rich, expressive vocal lines, his performance captures the breadth and beauty of American opera.
Experience it live this Sunday.
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🎶 Artist Spotlight 🎶
Soprano Kaci Timmons shares her insight on the beauty and significance of American opera, as she prepares to perform “I Loves You, Porgy” from Porgy and Bess.
A timeless duet filled with vulnerability, love, and emotional depth—this is music that continues to move audiences across generations.
Experience it live this Sunday at Opera Gems: A Celebration of American Opera.
🎟 /event/opera-gems-a-celebration-of-american-opera/
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🎶 Behind the Scenes at Opera Gems 🎶
This past Monday, our artists came together for an incredible evening of ensemble rehearsals and solo work—bringing every moment of this program to life.
From powerful group harmonies to stunning individual performances, the energy in the room was undeniable… and we’re almost ready for Sunday.
✨ You won’t want to miss this.
🎟 Tickets & details: /event/opera-gems-a-celebration-of-american-opera/
📍 Heights Church
🗓 Sunday | 3:00 PM
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🎶 Artist Spotlight 🎶
Tenor Bernard Kelly brings powerful storytelling to the stage with Stravinsky’s “Here I Stand” at Opera Gems: A Celebration of American Opera.
Experience the clarity, strength, and emotional depth of his performance live this Sunday.
📍 Heights Church
🗓 Sunday | 3:00 PM
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🎶 Meet the Artist 🎶
Baritone Dorceal Duckens shares a glimpse into the music, passion, and power behind Opera Gems: A Celebration of American Opera.
Join us this Sunday for an unforgettable afternoon of incredible voices and timeless artistry.
📍 Heights Church
🗓 Sunday | 3:00 PM
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🎶 Two composers. Two perspectives. One American story.
George Gershwin and William Grant Still helped shape the sound of American opera—each in their own powerful way.
At Opera Gems: A Celebration of American Opera, we honor the voices, stories, and cultural influences that define this music.
📅 April 26
🕒 3 PM
📍 Heights Church
🎟 Tickets available now — link in bio
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🎶 We’re gearing up for an incredible Opera Gems: A Celebration of American Opera!
Our singers are excited, prepared, and ready to bring this powerful program to life as we celebrate the richness of American music 🇺🇸✨
We hope to see you there:
📅 April 26
🕒 3:00 PM
📍 Heights Church, Houston
🎟 Get your tickets now — link in bio
Special thanks to @thegarzastudios for providing rehearsal space and supporting this production 🙏🏾
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