Opera and lovebirds buffs can say “Happy Valentine’s Day” in highly tuneful fashion this year.
Opera San José is offering personalized virtual versions of the old-fashion Valentine’s Day Telegram this season for a $85 donation.
Donors select a classic love song, performed by one of Opera San José’s acclaimed resident artists, and then have it sent to their special Valentines on Feb. 14 along with personalized messages.
“Whether the message is wistful (‘Wise men say only fools rush in…’), hopeful (‘No matter what the future brings…’), or passionate (‘No one else can end this yearning…’), donors can offer melodic declarations of affection to loved ones near or far with these exquisite virtual performances,” according a news release.
Love songs being offered include “Till There Was You” performed by soprano Maya Kherani; Edith Piaf’s signature “La vie en rose” performed by mezzo-soprano Ashley Dixon; “Be My Love” performed by tenor Carlos Enrique Santelli, “As Time Goes By” performed by baritone Eugene Brancoveanu and, our favorite of the bunch, “Can’t Help Falling in Love” performed by bass Nathan Stark.
The singers are accompanied on the tunes by pianist Veronika Agranov-Dafoe.
To schedule a virtual Valentine’s, visit www.operasj.org/unique-experiences/ or call (408) 437-4450 (open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.).
And if you’re looking for other Valentine’s Day ideas, here some lovely date-night strategies, as well as a roundup of what to watch and listen to.
