The Schiller Institute’s John Sigerson discussed the science of the Verdi tuning. He illustrated his argument by having the chorus perform the chorus “Va Pensiero” from Verdi’s opera “Nabucco,” at the A=432 Hz Verdi tuning, and then at the popular A=440 Hz tuning.

Conducted by: Jennifer Kreingold Performed by:  The Schiller Institute Chorus Orchestra: 1st violin: David Shavin, Don Clark 2nd violin: MyHoa Steger, Ryan Milton Cello: Jean-Sébastien Tremblay, Renée Sigerson Bass: Bruce Director Flute: Megan Beets, Pat Noble Trumpet: Curtis Cormier, Bowen Walsh Keyboard: Margaret Greenspan