Two of the Chicago area’s favorite vocalists, Diva Montell and Jeorge Holmes, join their unique talents in a combination of inspiring holiday season classics and a remarkable tribute to the great opera composer, Giacomo Puccini, on the centennial of his passing in 1924.
For this performance in the Norris Gallery, Diva and Jeorge will be accompanied by pianist Marilyn Gans.
Diva Montell began singing at age six. A versatile soprano, Diva studied vocal performance at DePaul University and the American Conservatory of Music with an emphasis in opera. From Whitney Houston to Barbra Streisand to opera to Broadway, Diva is a compelling and engaging performer across all popular musical genres.
Jeorge Holmes began singing at age seven, learning much from his father, James G Holmes, and is a baritone-tenor performing a wide array of vocal styles, including Sinatra, Bennett, Buble, Martin, Cole, Diamond, Jones, Presley, Bocelli and the greatest tenor arias of all time.
Join us for an unforgettable performance of your holiday favorites, plus the greatest arias and duets from Puccini operas such as La Boheme, Turandot, Madama Butterfly, Tosca, Gianni Schicchi, and Manon Lescaut. This family-friendly concert welcomes music lovers of all ages, with special discounted tickets for students under 18.