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This evening, October 16, 2026, at 7:30 PM, FLO's Head of Music will perform in NYC at Merkin Hall at the Kaufman Music Center. As a vocal coach at The Eastman School of Music, Brock Tjosvold will be part of ESM faculty and students' live performance of the recently released album, IN PLAIN SIGHT - The Black Anthology.

Tickets are $30.

Ticket link: https://www.kaufmanmusiccenter.org/mch/event/the-anthology-of-art-song-by-black-composers/

or find it in FLO stories. by @fingerlakesopera

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New to the FLO artist roster, Alicia will be playing Jack's poor mom and the Giant's long suffering wife.

ALICIA ESMERALDA BARRY is a Guatemalan mezzo-soprano from Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania. She earned an M.M. degree in Voice Performance and Literature at Eastman School of Music of the University of Rochester where she studied with Katherine Ciesinski. This fall she will make her debut as a principal artist in the role of Reina in The Farolitos of Christmas with Opera Southwest under the direction of Anthony Barrese. Recently, Alicia Esmeralda was an Apprentice Artist with Sarasota Opera performing in La Bohème, The Merry Widow, Il trovatore and Susannah. Her other notable roles include Carmen in Carmen (Vincerò Academy) Kate Pinkerton in Madame Butterfly (Austin Opera) and Paula in Florencia en el Amazonas (Eastman Opera Theater). With a strong concert background, Alicia Esmeralda has been a frequent featured soloist with the Rochester Oratorio Society. She has been featured in works such as “Misatango”,”Freedom Song”, and “Misa Criolla” under the direction of Eric Townell. She most recently was the featured solo recital artist in Music, Poetry & Spoken Word of Mesoamerica, presented by Arts Connexions which highlighted both her Guatemalan and Mayan heritage. She made her Carnegie Hall debut as a concert soloist in Weill Recital Hall performing selections from both Carmen and Cosí fan tutte. In addition to her strong vocal artistry, Alicia Esmeralda is a classically trained flutist.

For more information about all FLO does all year, visit www.fingerlakesopera.org
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#artist #ROCcityschools #community #FLO #OutandAbout by @fingerlakesopera

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The artists will be arriving in Rochester this weekend!
What better time to introduce who will be bringing JACK AND THE BEANSTALK to life for the Fall Education Tour.

Jason Garcia-Kakuk is a tenor from Queenstown, MD and currently based in Rochester, NY. Recent credits include Lysander in A Midsummer Night's Dream (Britten) and Tamino (cov.) in The Magic Flute (Mozart) with Aspen Opera Theater as a Renée Fleming Artist. He was also seen as a Gerdine Young Artist with Opera Theatre of St. Louis covering lead and supporting roles. Other past engagements include Eisenstein in Die Fledermaus (J. Strauss) with Eastman Opera Theatre, Der Steuermann in The Flying Dutchman (Wagner) with the Buffalo Philharmonic, and roles with Finger Lakes Opera as a 2025 Studio Artist. This past January, Jason was named a winner of the North Carolina district in The Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition, and went on to the Southeast Region level. This November he will compete in the Buffalo/Toronto district.

For more information about the Fall Engagement and all FLO does throughout the year, visit www.fingerlakesopera.org

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#community #artists #fall #ROCcityschools #FLO #OutandAbout by @fingerlakesopera

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On October 4th, Grace Ryan, whom you saw as Cherubino this Summer, won a spot in the Lyric Opera of Chicago's Ryan Opera Center Ensemble.

Congratulations! FLO is thrilled to watch the next part of your journey. by @fingerlakesopera

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A huge thank you to all the incredible teachers who help FLO bring the magic of opera and music to Rochester area schools, enriching the lives of countless students and fostering a lifelong appreciation for the arts! Your dedication and passion are truly making a difference in the community, and we're so grateful to have you as partners in our mission to share the beauty of opera with the next generation.

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#thankyou #thankyouteachers #musicteachers #NationalTeachersDay #Community #outandabout #classicalmusic #youngartists #flo #lifeoutloud #opera #instagood #operaforall #artist #rochesterny #MeetOpera #ROC #rochesternewyork #fingerlakesny by @fingerlakesopera

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FLO concert master, David Brickman, is pleased to announce a benefit concert in support of Isaiah House, taking place later this month. As a dedicated volunteer for the past three years, this event holds great significance for him and the community. Kindly RSVP via the Isaiah House website by October 7th.

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#community #IsaiahHouse #benefitconcert #FLO #RochesterEvents #fundraiser #support #violin #orchestra #trio by @fingerlakesopera

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It's National Coffee Day! FLO is buzzing with excitement! Grab your favorite coffee and aria, because today is the perfect excuse to get your caffeine fix and listen or sing your favorites ☕️

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#coffee #arias #coffeeandarias #nationalcoffeeday #operaforall #Rigoletto #Alcina #carmen #BaberofSeville #Mozart #Puccini #Turandot #Handel #Bizet #rossini #funny #happiness #coffeeislife by @fingerlakesopera

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Next month FLO will be beginning the 2026 Fall Engagement Tour! A time when FLO artists go into local schools and introduce opera to students. Your support makes FLO able to share the love of music with many, many wonderful children. It is one of the biggest highlights of the year!

If you would like to make a donation or learn more about Finger Lakes Opera visit www.fingerlakesopera.org

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#arias #happiness #Community #alumni #fingerlakesregion #singer #announcing #rochesternyartist #singersofinstagram #thrilledtoannounce #MeetOpera #soprano #rochester #rochesterny #artist #operaforall #instagood #opera #lifeoutloud #YAP #flo #youngartists #classicalmusic #outandabout #operasingersofinstagram #artistsofinstagram #donationmatters #donation #supportopera #support by @fingerlakesopera

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19 days ago

Have you ever wondered what The Friends go FLO Party in the Park was like this year? Well here are some highlights!

You could be part of the next Party in the Park and visit with the season's Young Artists by joining Friends of Finger Lakes Opera for the 2026/27 season.

Visit www.fingerlakesopera.org or the link in the comments for more information

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#fingerlakesregion #singer #artistsoninstagram #rochesternewyork #fingerlakesny #rochesternyartist #singersofinstagram #MeetOpera #rochester #rochesterny #meetthestaff #artist #operaforall #instagood #opera #lifeoutloud #youngartists #community #Tbt #SummerOutLoud #operasingersofinstagram #artistsofinstagram #fof by @fingerlakesopera

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What has FLO been doing lately you ask? Well FLO artists sang at Clark Manor House on September 16th! Here are some highlights! by @fingerlakesopera

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FLO is looking forward to supporting Rocester Fringe Festival and Jessica Ann Best on Saturday, September 19th at 4 PM.

PITCH!" is a new musical revue based on the true story of Paul and Jane Wargo, told in a reflective style by their granddaughter, performer Jessica Ann Best. "PITCH!" tells the story of Paul, a Rochester Red Wings pitcher from Pennsylvania, who meets and marries the sweet singer and secretary, Jane, after World War II. "PITCH!" brings the "Great American Pastime" and the "Great American Songbook" to life in a beautiful and true love story that leaves an impression on many generations.

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 4:05 PM
Length: 60 Minutes
Tickets: Not Required
Venue: The Little Theatre: Theatre 1 by @fingerlakesopera

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FLO IS HIRING
Join FLO's year-round administrative team - more details at the link below:

https://www.fingerlakesopera.org/about/jobs-auditions by @fingerlakesopera

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