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Monteverdi's L'Orfeo (1607) is generally regarded as the work that launched the operatic genre. His use of musical resources to tell an ancient story inspired generations of future composers. Let's explore the birth of a new art form and piece that's still performed today.

*Please Note: This is the in-person section of this hybrid course.

Antisemitism is the world's oldest prejudice. Join us as we examine where it came from and why it is still with us. Learn to understand Zionism and anti-Zionism and why conflating them with antisemitism complicates our ability to make unprejudiced progress in today's world.

*Please Note: This is the online section of this hybrid course.

Antisemitism is the world's oldest prejudice. Join us as we examine where it came from and why it is still with us. Learn to understand Zionism and anti-Zionism and why conflating them with antisemitism complicates our ability to make unprejudiced progress in today's world.

Online Registration Notice:

Please note that the deadline to register for an online course is 48 hours before the start date for that individual course. This deadline allows us to get the Zoom link to you. Students who miss the cut-off date can submit a request for late registration to osher@uconn.edu with the understanding that there is no guarantee they will be able to register.

Thank you for your understanding!

Recording Notice:

OLLI is now able to record classes for students who might wish to review them. We only record classes with instructor approval. Recordings are completely private and only accessible to students. However, if you are concerned about privacy, you may, of course, stop your Zoom camera.

This class will be taught onsite at Riverside Cemetery, a 36-acre National Historic site and arboretum dedicated in 1853 and built as part of the Rural Cemetery Movement of the mid-19th century.

Please Note: This course will take place at Riverside Cemetery, 496 Riverside Street, Waterbury, CT 06708.

Group singing helps us feel great in mind, body, and spirit. Let's make a joyful sound with harmonies that emerge easily by singing rounds and simple parts of songs. No experience is needed, and you can record on your phone as we learn new songs!