Friday, September 20, 2024 at 7:30PM
Zilkha Hall, The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts (800 Bagby St, Google Maps)

In Praise of Virtue features soprano Hannah DePriest and countertenor Aryeh Nussbaum Cohen in two rarely heard solo cantatas: J. S. Bach’s beautifully reflective Ich bin vergnügt (BWV 84) and G. F. Handel’s glittering Splenda l’alba in oriente (HWV 166). Excerpts from Johann Adolph Hasse’s Marc-Antonio e Cleopatra set this noble love story with luscious melodies and spectacular virtuosity, in arias and duets for both soloists.

Featured artists:
Hannah DePriest, soprano˚
Aryeh Nussbaum, countertenor

˚ Ars Lyrica debut

On the program:
Handel, Splenda l'alba in oriente HWV 166
Bach, Ich bin vergnügt BWV 84
Telemann, Concerto for 3 Oboes and 3 Violins TWV
Excerpts from Hasse, Marc'Antonio e Cleopatra

"[Aryeh Nussbaum Cohen] is extravagantly gifted...poised to redefine what’s possible for singers of this distinctive voice type" (SF Chronicle)

“The night's breakout artist was unmistakably soprano Hannah de Priest…” (The Boston Globe)

Secure your seats with an in-person or digital subscription today! Single tickets will be available later this summer.

In-person subscriptions may be purchased through the Hobby Center website, or by calling 713-315-2525 (option 4).

Digital subscriptions may be purchased through the Ars Lyrica website.