April Cinballera Salon: Songs of the South at Villa Montezuma

On April 21, the 3rd Monday of the month, join us at the Villa Montezuma at 7 PM for Songs of the South!

One evening each month, Cinballera hosts its own monthly opera night, Cinballera Salon: Opera at the Villa! We're collaborating with the historic Villa Montezuma Museum at 1925 K Street, San Diego in the historic Sherman Heights Historic District. April is the third month during year 2 of Cinballera Salon: Opera at the Villa!

This month's theme is Songs of the South. We're honoring the music and history of the American South, celebrating the distinct culture of Dixieland through song. There will be folksongs from the Southern states, spirituals, art songs about the Deep South, gospel songs, and excerpts from operas set in the South. From beloved Stephen Foster tunes to Puccini operas with American settings, the program will be as dynamic as this charming US region!

We call this series Cinballera Salon because it is a loving tribute to the musical salons of years past, when friends would gather in lovely parlor to enjoy sharing music for an evening. Hosted the third week of the month, each evening will have a different theme. Music on the program will include opera arias, art songs, and other classical vocal music, performed by talented operatic singers from throughout the region. There is a special emphasis on duets, trios, and other ensembles, to recreate opera scenes in an intimate setting.

In keeping with this mansion's gracious history, we encourage our guests to use this as an excuse to dress up for an evening out! Gentlemen, dust off your favorite suit and tie, and ladies, here's a chance to wear that dress and hat you've been saving! For April, we're keeping it simple. Draw inspiration from your favorite aspect of Southern culture! The only overarching theme is the magnolia flower, the symbol of the South.

No tickets; admittance with a donation (suggested amount $25 per person). All the proceeds support the two non-profit organizations, Cinballera and Friends of the Villa Montezuma, and pay the performers.

Email admin@cinballera.org to reserve your spot!

Join us on this musical journey through the good old South, y'all!