Italy takes center stage in a richly colored program of opera, romance, and orchestral spectacle. Hear dramatic works by Verdi, a graceful waltz by Stockton's own Joan Cortopassi, and beloved favorites by Puccini, Rossini, Donizetti, and Ponchielli. The grand finale is Respighi's majestic Pines of Rome, brought to life with offstage brass for a breathtaking and immersive musical experience.