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San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus Wins Tribeca Award For Documentary
The San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus won the Audience Award at the Tribeca Film Festival for their documentary, Gay Chorus Deep South, highlighting their response to anti-LGBTQ laws.
Santa Rosa Symphony’s New Music Director
Francesco Lecce-Chong debuts as Santa Rosa Symphony's new Music Director, expressing gratitude and excitement for the supportive community and beautiful concert hall.
A New Music Director for Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra and Chorale
Richard Egarr is set to become the Music Director of Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra and Chorale in 2020/21, succeeding Nicholas McGegan. Egarr plans to explore new repertoire areas and enhance audience interaction.
Nicholas McGegan to Retire from Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra
World-renowned conductor Nicholas McGegan retires after 35 years with the Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra and Chorale, transitioning to Music Director Laureate.
Waltzing from the Blue Danube to Outer Space
Explore the history of Johann Strauss II's Blue Danube Waltz, from its initial reception as a choral piece to its iconic use in Stanley Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey.
Classical Californians: Kris Bowers
This week's Classical Californian is composer Kris Bowers
Celebrate These LGBTQ+ Composers
A brief profile of 6 LGBTQ+ composers
A Conversation with Sara Davis Buechner
Classical California's Maggie Clennon Reberg interviews pianist Sara Davis Buechner on her musical journey, experiences as a trans woman in classical music, and love for baseball.
Celebrating Classical Music with Pride!
Celebrating Pride month, this article highlights the contributions of LGBTQ+ composers in classical music, including Handel, Tchaikovsky, Angela Morley, Billy Strayhorn, Wendy Carlos, and Rufus Wainwright.
Classical Californians: Nicholas McGegan
Conductor Nicholas McGegan is this week's Classical Californian