Orphée et Eurydice

Orphée et Eurydice - Week 4!

Welcome students and teachers to Opera Online. This week we will look at Maureen McKay who plays the role of Eurydice.

You Tube Clip of the Week

Eurydice aria with chorus "Cet asile aimable et tranquille" from Gluck's Orphée et Eurydice

In this haven
So pleasant and tranquil
We live contented,
It is the smiling abode of joy.
Nothing here troubles the soul.
A sweet rapture affords
To all the senses a calm pleasure.
All sombre sadness is banished
In this safe place.

Maureen McKay will be seen as Eurydice in this opera. She made her debut with the opera company two seasons ago as Gretel in Hansel and Gretel. To find out more about this soprano visit her website.

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