Enjoy “An Evening of Italian Opera and Song” Friday, February 17, at the Museum of Modern Renaissance, 115 College Ave., Somerville.

The program “Riflessi di sole”, which translates to Reflection of the Sun, will include early 20th century Italian art song as well as arias from the Italian opera, such such Boheme, Rigoletto, and more. The performers are:

Anton Belov – baritone,  Heather Gallagher – mezzo-soprano, Giovanni Formisano – tenor, Yuriko Nonaka – soprano, Eric Mazonson – piano

To learn more about the performers, please visit: www.riflessidisole.com

Museum of Modern Renaissance
115 College Avenue, Somerville, MA 02144
By subway: red line, Davis Square; free street parking

Friday, February 17, at 7:30 p.m.
Donation $20; Seniors/students $10; Children 12 and under Free

Artists’ Biographies

	Anton Belov, BaritoneThe voice of baritone Anton Belov was described as mellifluous by the New York Times and that of an emerging star by the Philadelphia Inquirer.  His appearances at opera houses throughout the United States earned him critical praise for portrayals of Count di Luna (Il Trovatore), Enrico (Lucia di Lammermoor), Don Giovanni, Figaro and Eugene Onegin.  He is a winner of eight vocal competitions including George London Foundation and Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions.  A native of Moscow, Dr. Belov holds degrees from New England Conservatory, Boston University and the Juilliard School.
	Heather Gallagher, Mezzo-SopranoAmerican mezzo-soprano Heather Gallagher’s work has been called “standout”, and is characterized by its “care and sweetness”. She studied with Marcello Giordani at the Academy at the Teatro Bellini in Sicily. She has received awards from the Licia Albanese-Puccini Foundation and the Metro West Opera Competition.  Ms. Gallagher was a Presidential Scholar at the Longy School of Music in Cambridge, MA. She is a graduate of New World School of the Arts and the University of Florida.
	Giovanni Formisano, TenorTenor Giovanni Formisano, born in Torre del Greco Naples, Italy began his vocal studies in Boston with Anton Belov. Giovanni is noted for his performances in such roles as Cavaradossi (Tosca), the Duke of Mantua (Rigoletto) and Nemorino (LElisir dAmore).  He is achieving wide recognition as a master of Italian vocal style.
	Yuriko Nonaka, SopranoSoprano Yuriko Nonaka, first prize winner of the International Madama Butterfly Competition, currently enjoys an international career. Ms. Nonaka has performed with the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra, Opera North, Opera Brooklyn, Commonwealth Opera, Opera Providence and The Key West Symphony Orchestra. A native of Japan, she holds a BA in vocal performance from Tokyo National University of Fine Arts and a Graduate Diploma in Opera from Longy School of Music.
	Eric Mazonson, PianoEric Mazonson’s playing has been described by New York Newsday as full of technical sparkle.  Mr. Mazonson received his Bachelor and Master of Music degrees from Boston University, where he studied piano with Anthony di Bonaventura and coached chamber music with Leslie Parnas, Eugene Lehner, Louis Battle and Walter Trampler.  He has been heard in many solo, chamber music and vocal recitals in the United States, Canada and Europe.  Mr. Mazonson has served on the faculties of the University of Rhode Island, Roger Williams University, Providence College, Framingham State University, and the Rhode Island Philharmonic Music School.