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'O Isis und Osiris' from Act II of Die Zauberflöte by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
The High Priest Sarastro prays to the Egyptian gods that Tamino and Pamina will learn wisdom and virtue, and triumph in their trials. The noble simplicity of the melody, the lyrical writing for the bass voice and the lulling accompaniment of strings show that Sarastro, far from being the evil sorcerer the Queen of the Night had claimed, is both impressive and benign.
'Deh! Tu di un'umile preghiera' from Act II of Maria Stuarda by Gaetano Donizetti
Maria has been condemned to death by Elisabetta. She has confessed her fear of death and her guilt about her past actions to her advisor Talbot. Now calm, she asks the crowd to join her in praying for God's mercy. Donizetti depicts Maria's new-found humility through her flowing, virtually unembellished vocal line, and her hopes of heaven through the predominance of rising phrases. The prayer begins with delicate harp accompaniment, but as the chorus joins Maria the full orchestra enters and the mood becomes impassioned and almost exultant.
'Tu al cui sguardo onnipossente' from Act I of I due Foscari by Giuseppe Verdi
Lucrezia Contarini prays that God may save her husband Jacopo, unfairly condemned by the Council of Ten. In contrast to her angry recitative at the start of the scene her prayer is gentle and lyrical – a long, flowing vocal line, of the kind that Verdi admired in Bellini's arias, over an ostinato in the harp and soft woodwind chords. Lucrezia's vocal line grows more ornate as she becomes more ardent, and the aria culminates in an elaborate cadenza. Lucrezia's mood darkens in the ensuing fiery cabaletta – a short passage of recitative following her prayer when she has learnt that her husband will be condemned to exile, and she swears that God will strike down the corrupt Council.
'Allmächt'ge Jungfrau' from Act III of Tannhäuser by Richard Wagner
Tannhäuser has travelled with a group of pilgrims to Rome to seek the Pope's forgiveness for his transgressions with the goddess Venus. Elisabeth is in love with Tannhäuser and has waited eagerly for him. When he does not return with the other pilgrims, Elisabeth prays in anguish to the Virgin to let her die. The almost chorale-like simplicity of the music, with its delicate textures and lyrical soprano line, conveys Elisabeth's dignity and earnestness. Wagner also makes us aware of her pain through effective use of chromaticism. The aria culminates in Elisabeth's heart-rending plea, set at a higher pitch than much of the rest of the aria, that through her death she may redeem Tannhäuser.
'Ave Maria' from Act IV of Otello by Verdi
Desdemona has had a premonition of her death. Alone, waiting for her husband Otello to arrive, she says her evening prayers. Her initial chanting of the words of the 'Ave Maria' evolves into a beautiful soprano melody, cradled in warm string harmonies, as Desdemona asks for the Virgin's blessing on the sinner and the innocent. The aria closes in a soaring soprano phrase to the word 'Hail', sung pianissimo, before a final murmured Amen. The tenderness of this prayer gives the audience a certainty of Desdemona's goodness and innocence – making the ensuing tragedy all the more terrible.
'Vissi d'arte' from Act II of Tosca by Giacomo Puccini
Scarpia, Rome's Chief of Police, has condemned Tosca's lover Cavaradossi to death, and suggested a terrible bargain: he will spare Cavaradossi if Tosca will accept him as a lover. In agony, Tosca turns to God. She recalls her devotion to the Catholic Church, and how she has lived 'for art and love'. Puccini makes the aria particularly poignant by bringing back the theme that introduced Tosca in Act I, as if she is remembering happier times. Her initial melancholy, illustrated in falling vocal phrases, evolves into ardour and urgency as she repeatedly asks God why he has rewarded her devotion with such bitterness.
'Salve regina' ('Zdrávas královno') from Act II of Jenůfa by Leoš Janáček
Jenůfa's stepmother the Kostelnička has given Jenůfa a sleeping draught. Meanwhile she takes Jenůfa's illegitimate baby to the millstream, to drown it – worried that the child may prevent Jenůfa's marriage to the kindly Laca. Jenůfa wakes up, bleary from the drug. She frantically searches for her child, and comes to the conclusion that her mother has taken the baby to show him to his father, Števa. She offers up a prayer to the Virgin, in a meditative mood that contrasts with her earlier agitation. It is a rare section of extended melody in an opera where much of the dialogue imitates speech. Shimmering strings and harp give the music an ethereal air, while the soaring soprano line and simple melody convey Jenůfa's sincere faith. It is one of the most moving examples of Janáček's writing for the soprano voice.
'Und ist kein Betrug' from Act III of Wozzeck by Alban Berg
Marie feels remorse at her affair with the Drum Major and her behaviour towards her lover Wozzeck. She reads the Bible and prays. Berg contrasts Marie's reading of Bible texts (all referring to Christ's mercy and to women taken in adultery), intoned in Sprechstimme (sung speech used extensively in the opera) with her increasingly anguished sung pleas for God's mercy. He sets the scene as a series of variations on a delicate opening theme, conveying Marie's growing distress. By the end of the scene, speech gives way entirely to song, as Marie reads the story of Mary Magdalene, and implores God, her line rising to a top C: 'Lord, you had mercy on her, have mercy also on me!'
'Hagios! Hagios!' from Act I of Król Roger by Karol Szymanowski
Long before Arvo Pärt and John Tavener attempted to capture the spirit of the Orthodox Church in their music, Szymanowski brought an Orthodox Church service on stage in the opening of his great opera Król Roger. The first act of the opera is known as the 'Byzantine' act, for the clear influence in it of Byzantine music and architecture. It opens very quietly, with an unaccompanied choir singing the words of the Byzantine Liturgy. Gradually the textures become more complex, with slow, hypnotic phrases in the bass voices answered antiphonally by more rapid passages in the high voices. The religious text is set syllabically, with every word declaimed. The texture becomes richer as strings join the voices and the bass voice of the Archbishop leads the congregation in chanted prayer.
'Ave Maria' from Act II of Dialogues des Carmélites by Francis Poulenc
Although he never lost his roguish humour, religion became increasingly important to Poulenc. This is reflected both in his beautiful religious choral works and in Dialogues des Carmélites, his only full-length opera. In Act II, new Prioress Madame Lidoine has warned her sister nuns of the adversity ahead of them. She leads the Carmelites in the 'Ave Maria', one of the most important prayers of the Catholic Church. The prayer is unaccompanied, with simple choral textures and rich harmonies. Poulenc gives particularly expressive harmonies to significant words and phrases, such as 'Jésus' and 'mortis nostrae'. The mood is both tranquil and ardent, making this one of the most exquisite of operatic prayers.
Tosca runs 9 January–5 February 2016. Tickets are still available.
Otello runs from 21 June–15 July 2017. Tickets are still available.


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I thought Liu Bei left Gongsun Zan for the 2,000 extra troops promised by Tao Qian?
Does ending a dead dynasty count as being a traitor though? Did Cao Pi ever believe in the Han?
Sun Quan and Wu are the biggest traitors . Imagine you best friend sticking a knife in your back ? Wu and Shu were allied , and Wu stabbed them in the back as the lowly scum they were . Too bad for people like Sun Jian and Sun Ce.
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The strong salt smell of the sea engulfed us as we neared beach city of Oxnard. Founded in the 1800;s by two brothers who specialized in sugar beets, Oxnard, between Los Angeles and Ventura, is too often ignored by many as a vacation get away. Most people don't realize that there are five lovely beaches in the area. Developed originally as a farming planned community, it was incorporated into a city in 1903.
Greeted by out going Mayor Tom Holden, we were privileged to spend a few days at the beach resort Marriot Residence Inn on Ventura Blvd. we found a spread out apartment hotel with over 252 suites and over a 1200 sq feet of conference space fit for over 400. "We often host conventions, retreats and conferences," says Millicent Bennett, sales manager, who met us for the Manager's Reception – a nice spread of food – available Monday through Thursday . She pointed out that breakfast was also included in their more than reasonable room rates and the suites slept as many as six people. The center of the Dallas Cowboys summer camp, they often host military guests, as well, and many commercial guests as well. While prices are available for daily and weekly rates, she pointed out that if you stayed more than 30 days, according to the California law, you were a resident and no longer had to pay any tax on your room. The hotel encompasses three heated pools and a luxurious golf course and offers golf packages, as well. It's pet friendly, as well.
Our dinner the first night was at the Hollywood Beach Wine Company. This restaurant which was, in fact, only opened five weeks now and plans on celebrating its grand opening on November 15, we were offered a grand variety of wines from all over the world. Owner Lois K. Ivanoff, who has been in the food business almost all of her life, said that they were determined to offer many local wines, as well. That makes sense since many small wineries have opened with numerous tasting centers through the Oxnard-Ventura county. All cooked by well known chef, Marie McGrath, our meal consisted of a delicious cold cucumber soup and delicious French onion soup. The salmon special had whipped homemade potatoes with onion silvers and our dinner was topped off with a yummy pumpkin cheese cake. It's an example of old world meets California cuisine. "We offer many vegetarian options, as well, " said Lois. "Any of the chicken or fish dishes can be substituted with the Portobello mushrooms or the fried eggplant." Her grand opening, which will be a fundraiser for the victims of Hurricane Sandy, will give 10% of profits to the victims. Hours of a restaurant on in the Channel Island Harbor Marina are 3-9 weekday, 11:30- late on Saturday and a fabulous menu brunch on Sunday. (805 985 4677)
Some of the lovely things to do around Oxnard include a wine tasting tour. Many small wineries have sprouted up in the past few years making this an all day adventure for as little as $85 /person including lunch and limo.
Since it was Thursday, we chose to do the Farmer's Market. One of the oldest farmer's markets in the country, the event is held at the Plaza Park from 9-1 every week. Home grown veggies and flowers come from everywhere in the area and even as far as Filmore, Santa Maria, and Fresno. According to Alaina Upthegrove, the manager, there are people like the handmade jewelry seller Mary Battan who has been here for 15 years without a break. Many of these are family businesses. At the end of each day, a % of the produce is gathered and given away to those in need.
Next we went to Heritage Square – a revival area that, at Christmas time, lights up like Disneyland. Old homes from different parts of the city and county, which had been set for destruction, were moved here 21 years ago and turned into profitable businesses. Among the homes there is a Petit Playhouse, one of Oxnard's few live performance venues, a non-denominational church, and several restaurants. Concerts are often held in the square and the area is popular for weddings. It's been dubbed the "Hollywood Bowl of Oxnard." Several times a year, especially around the Christmas holidays, the homes are open for a Victorian tour. Also take the Holly Trolley, (only $10), which tours historical Oxnard and the expansive Christmas Tree Lane. (Reservations are suggested for this 805 483 7960.) If you like history, you'll love this area.
Historical buffs will also want to stop at the Woolworth's to see some original artifacts from the days of the store's popularity and eat at their Fresh and Fabulous Café where they serve international treats and offer a Saturday tea service and Sunday Brunch. It's open only M-F 7:30 am to 2:30 pm and then on Saturday from 9 am to 4 pm.
Another great place for trinkets and hand crafted gifts is Downtown Sol on Third Street 805 240 7765/
While at the square, we stopped for a wine tasting at Rancho Ventano. They specialize in reds because "we like them . In case we can't sell things, we can drink them, ourselves. The home, complete with ghosts, is worth a look see.
Next we went for a cooking lesson and lunch at one of the homes turned Italian restaurant La Dolce Vita. Run by Michelle Kenney, who is both chef and owner, we were taught how to make delicious eggplant caponata and Portobello Florentine. These were topped with a fennel and orange salad. Dessert consisted of Sicillian crepes with orange sauce. For these recipes, see Michelle's cookbook, Recipes for Living the Sweet Life. Open daily, they have live entertainment on Fridays and Karaoke on Thursday s and Saturdays. Cooking classes can be arranged with Michelle for any guest wishing it. They offer dine-in, take out, and catering, as well. (805- 486 6878)
Despite the rare inclement weather, some of us took out the Electric Boats at Hooks Landing, (805-382 6233) while others had an original kayaking wild life adventure around the Channel Islands created by Mike Lamm of the Channel Islands Kayaking Center (805 984 5995) and were pleased to see whales and dolphins. Tall ship sailing is also available.
While in Oxnard don't forget to visit the Carnegie Art Museum or Gull Wings Children's Museum just down the street from Plaza Park. The Murphy Auto Museum is another fun place to check out with antique cars and vintage clothing.
If you like Asian food, you'll want to visit the Golden Chicken Inn, one of the oldest Chinese restaurants in the area.
The highlight of my trip was visiting the Herzog wine cellars and ultra elegant (and somewhat pricey) restaurant, Tierra Sur. Originating in the 1800's, Herzog was given the title of Baron from the Emperor Franz Joseph and came to the States as they escaped from the Nazis. Kosher wines are no longer only the ulta sweet heavy reds that many know, but can be crisp, light, and elegant. Now into their eight generation, Joseph Herzog told us that the Herzog family produces wines from all over the world varying from gold medal dry reds to semi sweet whites and dessert wines as the Late Harvest Zindfadel. The restaurant, itself, open seven years ago, was an experience. Treated to wondrous appetizers as Chicken liver pate (chopped liver for those in the know) and chorizo lamb sausage with black olives on flat bread, we were given our choice of several lovely seafood and meat dishes among them a very tasty rib eye steak with fried shoestring potato salad and grilled grape sauce or the over roasted chili-chocolate rubbed rack of lamb with mushroom sauce. I'd never tasted a rib eye cooked so perfectly and with such flavor. Entrees are big enough to split, but there is a cost for that. Desserts, too, created by Chef Gabriel Garcia, were to die for, especially the flan and the flourless chocolate cake. One of the few kosher restaurants the area, they do a brisk business in catering, as well. Service is great and reservations are recommended. Available for both luncheons and dinners, they are open Monday-Thursday and Sunday. Because of the Sabbath, they close Friday's at 2 pm but in the winter, it's open for Saturday dinner at 7 pm. (805 983 1560)
The following morning, bright and sunny, we experienced the Channel Islands Maritime Museum showing us a history of the shipping and boats, both locally and historically. The reasonable price for admission is $5 and it's open daily 11-5 pm.
Our luncheon at the elegant Sugar Beets Restaurant and Bar in downtown Oxnard on A street offered a eclectic California fusion menu providing us with a variety of choices, topped with an excellent Crème de Brule. (805 240 7777)
There are numerous festivals going on in the Oxnard area, not just the Strawberry Festival that I had heard about. In fact, almost every weekend you can find something going on. I'm looking forward to the Heritage Square tour and Christmas Tree Lane sightings in December.
Getting to Oxnard is easy. Only an hour (or so) from the L A area by car, one also has the option of train, bus or shuttle plane. (A trick coming from the north valley is taking the 118 to the 23 and then joining the 101. Saves a lot of time and traffic.) The plane also runs from Oxnard to Vegas, as well, and many visitors come from the Nevada area to enjoy the beach scenery.
For more information go to www.visitoxnard.com and toll-free phone number: 1-800-2-Oxnard..... Located in the heart of downtown, they are happy to provide you with contact information for any of these fine places.