Merola Opera Program presents “A Great Night for Singing – An American Songfest”

San Francisco's esteemed Merola Opera Program will open its 2025 Summer Festival with "A Grand Night for Singing - An American Songfest," an intimate voice and piano recital that highlights the rich musical history of the United States. This exclusive, one-night-only event, curated by pianist and Merola alum Ronny Michael Greenberg (Merola '14), will feature a diverse selection of songs from 250 years of American history, ranging from American art song through the Great American Songbook, Broadway, and jazz. "A Grand Night for Singing - An American Songfest" will showcase the extraordinary talent of 11 Merola artists from the 2025 program--six singers and five pianists--performing works by composers who have contributed to the cultural fabric of America. The program will encompass a broad spectrum of American music, from timeless classics to lesser-known gems. This performance offers an opportunity to experience the depth and variety of American song through the expressive voices and musical interpretations of emerging opera talent, serving as both a celebration of American musical heritage and a glimpse into the future of opera and vocal music.