Opera

This morning was filled with the arias and melodies which make up Gianni Schicchi and Suor Angelica.
They are two of Puccini's operas. And I have two weeks to master both of them.  Here are the synopsis of both, as well as the performance

Gianni Schicchi synopsis Gianni Schicchi performance
Suor Angelica synopsis Suor Angelica performance

Before you ask, I can not sing opera. I can sing songs in tune, but opera is waaaay beyond my capabilities.  I'll be playing the first violin part, which is challenging in itself.  So, off I go into the music room to practice until my fingers bleed.