The Puccini Society of Dallas

The Puccini Society of Dallas The Puccini Society of Dallas is dedicated to acknowledging, enjoying and promoting the music of Pucc Gantz an honorary, lifetime membership.

In December 1995, Judson Francis, Jr., Pat Blankenship and Dr. Earl Carter created the Puccini Society of Dallas so they could share their great love of Puccini’s music with others. Pat planned the programs, recruited members, and did whatever was necessary to keep the society going. Our first program was held in March 1996, at the home of Sam and Inge Vastola. At Pat’s request, Dallas artist and

teacher Ann Cushing Gantz painted a portrait of Puccini for Judson. Several of our members surprised Judson with the portrait at a small cocktail party in June 1996, shortly before his death. The portrait became our emblem, and we awarded the late Ms. We are dedicated to acknowledging, enjoying and promoting the music of Puccini and other great opera composers. We offer educational programs and help aspiring, young singers. Many of our members volunteer their time, for which we are very grateful.

03/11/2026

I have to confess that I don't remember a whole lot from my freshman year Music History 101 class (in my defense, it's been a few years). But there is one thing th...

The Puccini Society of Dallas PresentsOpera through the AgesSaturday, April 19, 2025, at 3:00 pmINTRODUCING Grace Mon...
04/14/2025

The Puccini Society of Dallas Presents
Opera through the Ages
Saturday, April 19, 2025, at 3:00 pm

INTRODUCING
Grace Monsanto, soprano
Lexi Cook, mezzo soprano
Diego Roberts Bu**ta, tenor
Kara Solis, pianist

Members $30 – Guests $40
Complementary Valet Parking

Puccini Society of Dallas
P.O Box 1782
Colleyville, TX 76034

For catering purposes, please RSVP by April 14th.

Dear Puccini members and friends:

Our April program is coming soon, presented by several of Virginia Dupuy's students. They always provide for us a lovely program. See the invitation for details, with our thanks to Lillian Ragland for the design of our monthly invitations.

Marilyn Halla, Puccini Society of Dallas

The Puccini Society of Dallas Presents Opera through the Ages Saturday, April 19, 2025, at 3:00 pm INTRODUCING Grace Monsanto, soprano Lexi Cook, mezzo soprano Diego Roberts Bu**ta, tenor Kara Soli…

10/26/2023

The Puccini Society of Dallas presents our October program Introducing Matthew Dexter, baritoneaccompanied by Stephen Dubberly  Saturday, October 28, 2023 3:00 pm Members  $30   …

How fair the woods and trees aboundAs verdant leaves shine all around.Let nature guile us with her loveAs sun shines dow...
06/04/2023

How fair the woods and trees abound
As verdant leaves shine all around.
Let nature guile us with her love
As sun shines down from sky above.

O bounteous nature, with your hand,
Bestow your beauty on the land.
Lead us down your wandering paths
And offer rest upon your grass.

Reflected image on sweet pond
Whose depths unknown we gaze upon.
Our spirits now on high shall soar
Refreshed and joyful ever more!

Photo: Vic Marriott
Poem: Ed Flaspoehler

09/27/2022

Andrew Simpson, Bass Please join the Puccini Society of Dallas for An Afternoon of Arias and Celebrations Presenting Andrew Simpson, bassBrian Bently, piano and Honoring our Founder, Bettie Francis…

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Dallas, TX
75225

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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