Embassy Events

Ambassador Vallee Hosted Recital of World Renowned Musicians in Honor of Women’s History Month

March 21, 2007 

On March 20 Ambassador Rodolphe "Skip" Vallee hosted a concert at his home in celebration of Women’s History Month. The event specifically honored women’s contributions to the arts. The performers were composer Nancy Van de Vate, soprano Michelle Vought, and pianist Carlyn Morenus. Dr. Vought sang selected arias from Dr. Van de Vate’s opera compositions. She also entertained guests with several selections from American operas and musicals. The evening was lively and energetic with the contemporary piano melodies of Dr. Morenus and the broad range of musical styles presented by Dr. Vought. All three women have made countless contributions to the musical world. Dr. Van de Vate is most famous for her operas "All Quiet on the Western Front" and "Where the Cross is Made." She has also created 26 orchestral works. Dr. Vought has performed with several opera organizations worldwide in both the United States and Europe. Dr. Morenus is a solo pianist, collaborative pianist and chamber musician, and teaches at the Illinois State University.