LARCHMONT, NY (April 2026) — New Rochelle Opera announced it will host an elegant spring fundraiser, the Sip & Serenade Soirée, on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church located at 4 W Fountain Square, Larchmont, NY.
The event will feature wine, cuisine and performances of operatic arias and duets by regional artists. Organizers say the evening will bring together music lovers, patrons and community supporters in an experience designed to celebrate artistry while advancing the organization’s mission.
Guests will participate in a curated sparkling wine tasting led by Thierry Pradines, owner of Best Wine Purveyors in Pleasantville, New York. The tasting will be paired with an assortment of savory small bites designed to complement the wines.
The musical program will feature performances by Victoria McGrath, soprano, and Jeremy Brauner, tenor, accompanied by Francisco Miranda. Maestro Jason Tramm will serve as emcee.
Throughout the evening, Tramm and Pradines will share remarks about both the musical repertoire and the wines.
Organizers said the Sip & Serenade Soirée will serve as a fundraiser supporting New Rochelle Opera’s upcoming concert performances of Giuseppe Verdi’s Nabucco, scheduled for May 15 and May 17, 2026.
Proceeds from the event will support the presentation of the opera, which is widely considered the work that established Verdi’s international reputation and includes the chorus “Va, pensiero.”
Guests are encouraged to attend in festive dress.
Tickets for the event are $100.
New Rochelle Opera said it is dedicated to presenting high-quality operatic performances while fostering community engagement and cultivating the next generation of artists and audiences through programming and collaborations.
This article was prepared with the assistance of AI tools under the direction and editing of Robert Cox.
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