Braden River Middle goes behind the scenes at Sarasota Opera

On Thursday, March 10th, 60 Braden River Middle School (BRMS) orchestra and chorus students attended a dress rehearsal at the Sarasota Opera.

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Students enjoyed watching Verdi’s “Attila”, an opera in a prologue and three acts, which is sung in Italian with translations into English.

They got a “behind the scenes” look at how the pit orchestra and opera singers rehearse and prepare for performance.

It was a great way for the students to see professionals in action!

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BRMS orchestra and chorus teacher, Sarah Troeller, said students were "wowed by the orchestra, costumes/staging, and the beauty of the Sarasota Opera House."

Thank you to the Sarasota Opera for allowing our young musicians to take part in this amazing experience.