Featuring members of Washington National Opera Chorus

Steven Gathman, Chorus Master

• Choral music by American women, including the world premiere of "Standing at the Edge," a new choral work by Lori Laitman with lyrics from renowned poet, Mary Oliver.

• Selections from two beloved operas: Beethoven's Fidelio and Verdi's Macbeth.

• Natalia Pérez as a Lady Macbeth in ACT 1: Finale

The French Choir of Washington is proud to present its annual Winter Holiday concert: expect a unique joyful musical evening under the direction of its artistic director Simon Charette.

Program will feature the French Choir of Washington and the Choir of the Embassy of France, opera singers Natalia Perez (soprano), and Raymond Ghattas (baritone) as well as a string quintet of musicians.

Natalia performs in the Chorus in this production of Puccini’s Manon Lescaut with Washington Opera Concerts.

Performance 24th November

Join us for an enchanting evening honoring Władysław Zamoyski, featuring Natalia's captivating performance of Halka’s poignant aria, “Ha! Dzieciątko nam umiera... O mój maleńki,” from Moniuszko’s beloved opera. Experience this and other exceptional performances by talented artists in a celebration of music and culture.

Opera Gala - L'Opéra Comique de Washington - La Maison Française de l'Ambassade de France

Be swept away by the voices of soprano Natalia Pérez, mezzo-soprano Melanie Ashkar, and tenor Sahel Salam, under the masterful baton of Artistic Director Simon Charette. Our chamber orchestra and the voices of The French Choir of Washington and The Choir of the French Embassy promise a night of music that will leave you breathless.

Natalia performs the role of Adele in this performance of Johann Strauss’ La chauve-souris with the Canadian Vocal Arts Institute.

Natalia performs Liù’s aria ‘Signore, ascolta’ from Puccini’s Turandot in a behind-the-scenes look at an opera audition with the Orchestre de la Francophonie, under the direction of Julien Proulx.

En collaboration avec le Festival d'art vocal de Montréal en tournée, nous avons le grand plaisir de recevoir sur notre jolie scène extérieure des chanteurs d'opéra professionnels de grand talent, provenant de divers pays dans le monde!

Natalia takes part in a masterclass with the internationally renowned baritone Étienne Dupuis at the Canadian Vocal Arts Institute.

Natalia performs the roles of Norina and Despina in scenes from Donizetti’s Don Pasquale and Mozart’s Così fan tutte in this opera gala with the international & local participants of the Canadian Vocal Arts Institute 2024.