May 1st and 2nd

Ciao! Over the past two days the Glee Club has had the experience of touring the ruins of Pompeii, Rome, and the Vatican City. Pompeii was a beautiful experience full of historical references which demonstrated to the group that we are not so different from those close to our age several thousand years ago. Our current hotel, Cardinal Hotel Saint Peter, is beautiful and spacious. Unfortunately, the Internet connection here is very poor, and we are therefore unable to post photos during our stay here, which will last through Monday morning. Today, we toured the opulent Vatican City, and held our largest (and most successful) concert yet on our tour. This occurred at the Basilica di Santa Maria Sopra Minerva, in a joint concert with the Coro Beato Angelico della Minerva, conducted by Maestro Valentyna Rivis. Following this concert (and a lively reception afterwards), the group enjoyed delicious gnocchi at Rossopomodoro. Tomorrow (5/3) will be a free day in Rome, with options including tours of the ruins, the catacombs, art exhibits, and anything else the great Roman metropolis has to offer! Pictures from the past two days (5/1 a 5/2) will be posted at the next hotel, Internet connection permitting. So long for now, and thank you for checking in!