Discovering Opera: Gounod's Faust

Lafayette Senior Services Presents

Discovering Opera: Gounod's Faust
by Bradford Wade, opera lover for 35 years

Many operas have been written based on the story of the aged philosopher who sells his soul to the devil in return for youth and love, but Charles Gounod’s is by far the best known. It has some great arias, a very famous
chorus, and a spectacular final trio to wrap things up. Lecturer Bradford Wade will discuss the background of the Faust legend and present a guided tour of the opera, with a description of the plot interspersed with musical examples. This lecture is given in conjunction with Opera San Jose's production of Faust, April 21-May 6.

$1Members of Senior Services /$3 Non-Members

Please call Lafayette Senior Services at (925) 284-5050 to sign up.