Golda Zahra Returns to Beverly Hills for Free Concert

Beverly Hills, CA

Golda Zahra, an acclaimed opera singer, will return to her hometown for a free community concert on May 24, 2023. The concert will take place at the Beverly Cañon Gardens, located adjacent to The Maybourne Hotel at 241 North Canon Drive, starting at 6:30 PM. Golda will perform with a six-piece ensemble, showcasing a diverse set of musical genres.

The concert is set to feature a mix of opera, jazz standards, and popular Broadway favorites. Attendees can look forward to performances of songs such as “Mattinata,” a classic Neapolitan piece, “Somewhere Over the Rainbow,” “Quando m’en vo’” from La Bohème, “Memory” from CATS, and “I Could Have Danced All Night” from My Fair Lady. As a special encore, Golda will perform “O mio babbino caro” from Gianni Schicchi.

Guests are encouraged to arrive early for the best seating options, as lawn seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. It is recommended that attendees bring blankets and low chairs for comfort, and they are welcome to enjoy a picnic during the performance.

Future Performances

Golda Zahra has an exciting performance schedule ahead, with upcoming concerts including:

• June 13 at St. Monica Catholic Church for The Angelic Voice Concert, featuring a 50-piece Dream Orchestra and the Opera Chorus of L.A.
• July 12 at BroadStage in Santa Monica for a bipartite concert of opera, classic jazz, and Broadway.
• August 16 at Walt Disney Concert Hall, where she will perform the role of Liù in Puccini’s Turandot with the Dream Orchestra, conducted by Daniel Suk.

About Golda Zahra

Golda made her operatic debut in 2020 as Violetta Valéry in Verdi’s La Traviata in Padova, Italy. She was a finalist in the 2022 Rai Radio’s “Voci in Barcaccia” international opera competition, which led to her recording a CD for Rai Radio that was broadcast live from Rome. Recognized as a talented artist, Golda was awarded the 2015 Los Angeles Music Center’s Spotlight Award.

Golda has also performed as a soloist in prominent works including Mozart’s Requiem, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9, and Handel’s Messiah. Her performances have graced notable venues such as the Walt Disney Concert Hall, Royce Hall at UCLA, and The Saban Theatre. She has collaborated with esteemed ensembles, including The Hollywood Chamber Orchestra and LA Opera under conductor James Conlon.

Artistic Background

Golda’s journey into the world of opera began at the young age of four, influenced by her parents’ love for classical music. As part of her development, she studied classical piano and musical theater, eventually attending Colburn Music School and participating in community programs with LA Opera. Her collaboration with maestro Daniel Suk, who conducts the Dream Orchestra, began at Colburn Music School.

Golda Zahra is dedicated to making opera more accessible and enjoyable for general audiences, emphasizing her passion for the genre. Additionally, she acknowledges her Iranian American background as a significant part of her identity and artistry, enriching her performances with a unique cultural perspective.

Tickets for her concert at BroadStage can be purchased at GoldaInConcert.com, with a special discount available for Courier readers using the promo code “angel.” This community concert offers a wonderful opportunity for local residents to experience Golda Zahra’s remarkable talent and passion for music.