Awash in colorful orchestration made possible by a larger orchestra of strings, winds and plucked instruments, this unique program reflects a long-awaited Sinfonia bucket list of contralto and soprano arias that range from heartrending to hilarious. Enjoy music of Bach, Handel and Rameau, featuring the artistry of rising star soprano Chea Kang and the extraordinary contralto Sara Couden.

Our February concerts are dedicated to Sinfonia Spirituosa’s treasurer, Carol Perrin, who passed away in December 2023 after fighting multiple battles with cancer. This ensemble exists because of her vision, passion, and dedication. We will forever be profoundly grateful for Carol’s warm friendship and her unwavering support. Her loss is and will continue to be keenly felt.

Davis Concert

Sunday, February 25th, 2024, 4pm
Episcopal Church of St. Martin
640 Hawthorn Lane, Davis CA 95616 (map)
Free parking is available in the large lot on the church property.

Advance Tickets: $25 General/$10 Student
(note: online sales end at noon on the day of the concert)
Tickets at the door: $30 General/$10 Student

Program

(for both Sacramento and Davis Concerts)

• George Frederick Handel
  • From Agrippina, HWV 6
    • Overture
    • “Voi che udite il mio lamento” — Sara Couden, contralto
    • “È un foco quel d’amore” — Chea Kang, soprano
  • From Giulio Cesare in Egitto, HWV 17
    • “V’adoro pupille” — Chea Kang, soprano
  • From Silla, HWV 10
    • “Senti, bel idol mio!” — Sara Couden, contralto
  • From Theodora, HWV 68
    • “To thee, thou glorious son of worth” — Chea Kang, soprano and Sara Couden, contralto
• Johann Sebastian Bach
  • Cantata BWV 54, Widerstehe doch der Sünde — Sara Couden, contralto
• Jean-Philippe Rameau
  • From the ballet-opéra comique, Platèe
    • “Que ce séjour est agréable” — Sara Couden, contralto
    • Menuet 1 & 2
    • “Air de la Folie” — Chea Kang, soprano
    • Rigaudon 1 & 2