On Oct. 6, members of the Herricks High School Music Department participated in a field trip to the Metropolitan Opera House where they saw a final dress rehearsal performance for the opera “La Boheme” by Giacomo Puccini.

For many of the students, it was their first time ever experiencing this New York City landmark, as well as being in the audience for a live opera. Many of them took time to absorb the ornate majesty of the legendary opera house before taking their seats for the performance. Following the opera, the students commented on the incredible music and voices, as well as the set design and overall grandness of the production.

The educators who accompanied the students were equally as excited to be a part of this unique musical adventure. “This is one of my favorite trips to do each year,” remarked high school orchestra director Catherine Birke. “It’s a joy to watch the students become totally invested in something I love so much. I’m lucky to share these incredible musical and cultural experiences with them.”