Every once in a while, I get to mix business with pleasure. Going to the 40th Anniversary Ruby Gala, hosted by Canadian Children’s Opera Chorus, was my debut into high society and I loved every minute of it.
I felt right at home, wearing a sparkling evening gown and sipping red wine. I was acting like a little girl in a candy shop, schmoozing with the likes of the Canadian Tenors, Quartetto Gelato, Richard Margison and Alana Bridgewater.
The concert was phenomenal. Former CCOC members took the stage and sang pop and jazz selections. Then, the various children’s choruses performed operatic ballads. I was extremely impressed by their talent and genuinely believe that classical music is here to stay. Next up was the Canadian Tenors. I was completely mesmerized as they performed their pop hits and Tomasso Albinoni’s Adagio.
Anyway, I had a fabulous time at the gala. It was not all fun and games for me, however. I had to look pretty and sit in front of the lobby to greet the guests.
Did I mention that I had the chance to take a photo of my hero, Jamie McKnight, from Canadian Tenors?
Here is something you might want to listen to. It’s from Quartetto Gelato, one of my favourite groups. Peter DeSotto did a fantastic job with his rendition of Nessun Dorma. Enjoy!!!!
