Florida Grand Opera to present 'Opera meets reggae'

“Opera meets Reggae 2.0: Hit Me With Music” will take place as part of the Innovation Center of the Florida Grand Opera of the Opera.

After the success of last year's concert “Hit Me With Music”, the surprising similarities between operas and reggae continue to examine, confused powerful stories, rich voice traditions and contagious rhythms into an unforgettable night of music.

Sopranos Sydney Dardis and Mary Burke Barber, Mezzo-Soprano Monique Galvão, Tenor James Mancuso, Bariton Andrew Payne and Bass-Baritone Phillip Lopez Star in concert. They are accompanied by Jared Peroune in the piano and Hal “Reggae Man” Anthony and Friends Band. Neil Nelson serves as a moderator.

The audience will hear a mixture of traditional reggae, beloved opera and innovative fusion parts that bring the two genres together.

This free family -friendly event will take place on March 16 in the Miami Beach Bandshell in cooperation with the Rhythm Foundation and the City of Miami Beach. The concert begins at 7 p.m.

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