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Speight Jenkins & Remembering Steve Sokolow
February 4, 2012 - 9:00 am
The Wagner Society of Northern California is pleased to announce that Seattle Opera General Director Speight Jenkins will provide us with a preview of the 2013 Ring Cycle in Seattle.
Jenkins has engaged a wonderful of cast, some returning to roles in the Seattle Ring and others new to the produciton, this is certain to be a fantastic program with many musical examples. Always interesting and informative, Speight Jenkins is a welcome addition to our program schedule for 2012
After Mr. Jenkins’ talk, we will take time to share our memories of Steve Sokolow. The loss of this 30-member of the Society and two-term President has taken an emotional toll on our group. We would like you to join us in celebrating Steve’s life and legacy to the Wagner Society. As the date nears, we will ask people to sign up, should they wish to share. Through the sign-up process we can determine timings so that everyone gets a chance to be part of the Life Celebration.
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