Join us for an enchanting evening of vocal performance as Ben Breitman, a talented baritone and Bachelor of Music student under the guidance of Nancy Gustafson, graces the stage. This recital is set to take place on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at 6:00pm CDT in the intimate setting of the McClintock Choral and Recital Room, located within the prestigious Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Center for the Musical Arts.

Accompanied by the skilled pianist Olga Sklyanskaya, Ben will delve into a repertoire that spans the emotional spectrum of classical music. The program includes heartfelt compositions by Francesco Paolo Tosti such as "Non t’amo più," "A vucchella," and "L’ultima canzone." The evening will also feature captivating arias from W. A. Mozart's operas "Le nozze di Figaro" and "Die Zauberflöte," alongside Vincenzo Bellini's poignant "Ah per sempre io ti perdei" from "I puritani." The recital will be rounded off with selections from Franz Schubert's "Schwanengesang," D. 957, and the timeless standard "It Had to Be You" by Isham Jones.

This event is a wonderful opportunity to experience the depth of classical and operatic music, brought to life by emerging talent within the Northwestern Bienen School of Music community. Admission is free, and no tickets are required, making it accessible to all who wish to immerse themselves in the beauty of music. For those unable to attend in person, a live stream will be available, ensuring no one misses out on this captivating performance.

Mark your calendars for an evening of exquisite music that promises to be both inspiring and memorable.

Ben Breitman, baritone

Ryan Center for the Musical Arts

Schwanengesang

Northwestern Bienen School of Music

It Had To Be You

Non t'amo più

A vucchella

L'ultima canzone

Non più andrai

Papagena Papagena Papagena

Ah per sempre io ti perdei

Ben Breitman

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May 11, 2024

Ben Breitman, baritone · Northwestern Bienen School of Music

Future and recently performed repertoire

Singer in Schwanengesang by Schubert

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Singer in It Had To Be You by Jones

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Singer in Non t'amo più by Tosti

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Singer in A vucchella by Tosti

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Singer in L'ultima canzone by Tosti

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Singer in Non più andrai by Mozart

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Singer in Papagena Papagena Papagena by Mozart

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Singer in Ah per sempre io ti perdei by Bellini

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