The moving “Va, pensiero” from Act III of Verdi’s Nabucco is a beloved piece of music and the ultimate showcase for the incredible Met Chorus. Check out this clip from our 2017 production as we rev up for the return of Nabucco on September 28. ✨ Book tickets and explore the 2023–24 season: bit.ly/441NV21 | The Metropolitan Opera

“Va, pensiero,” the famous Act III chorus from Verdi’s Nabucco, has long been an anthem of hope and community for music lovers around the world—including recently during our own At-Home Gala. Enjoy it performed by the exceptional Met Opera Chorus and MET Orchestra Musicians in tonight’s Nightly Met Opera Stream of Nabucco, available for free starting at 7:30PM EDT until tomorrow, May 18, at 6:30PM EDT. Enhance your viewing experience with curated supplementary content—including Playbills, podcas

In one of the most moving moments of yesterday's At-Home Gala, members of the MET Orchestra Musicians and Met Opera Chorus were able to come together virtually, performing "Va, pensiero" from Verdi's Nabucco, conducted by Music Director Yannick Nezet-Seguin. The full Gala performance is available now for on-demand viewing at metopera.org until 8:00PM EDT tonight, April 26. Share your viewing experience using #MetAtHomeGala and please consider making a gift to support the Met by texting METOPERA