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November 7 – December 1

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Resident Artist Profile

Ashley Ruckman

soprano · First year

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Alumni Profile

Alexandra Nowakowski

soprano ’18 · Palatine, Illinois

In the musical aspect, Alexandra Nowakowski was a brilliant Manon. Her lyricism and vocal lightness made her shine in her own light in “Adieu notre petite table,” always controlling the volume, and with certain nuances of an old style that reflect the personality of the soprano and her preparation of this role.

La Nueva España (2023)

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