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Classical Californians: Nicholas McGegan
Conductor Nicholas McGegan is this week's Classical Californian
A Temple of Glory… with a Message for a King
"Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra and Chorale release a modern performance of Rameau and Voltaire's opera, Le Temple de la Gloire. The opera, ordered by King Louis XV, subtly critiques the king's lifestyle."
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.
Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra Loses East Bay Home
Berkeley's First Congregational Church, a 91-year-old icon and Philharmonia Baroque's venue, suffered a severe fire causing roof collapse. The orchestra seeks new performance sites.
Classical Californians: Etienne Gara | Tune in Wednesday at 7pm!
This week, Classical Californians welcomes back Delirium Musicum Artistic Director, Etienne Gara, for a look into the ensemble’s newest album, Cabinet of Curiosities.
Classical Californians: Nicholas Pike
Classical Californians welcomes Emmy award-winning composer and musician Nicholas Pike to share his Oscar nominated aria "Sweet Dreams of Joy" from the short documentary Viva Verdi!
Classical Californians: Jon Batiste
This week on Classical Californians, Grammy- and Oscar-winning musician Jon Batiste guides us through the music that shaped his artistic journey.
Classical Californians: Irene Messoloras
Irene Messoloras is a member of the University of California, Irvine music faculty, the conductor of Meridian, and this week's Classical Californian.
A Deep Dive into Beethoven's Beloved Symphony No. 9
Brian Lauritzen dives deep into Beethoven's timeless 9th Symphony
Classical Californians: USC President Beong-Soo Kim
This week’s Classical Californian is cellist and the University of Southern California Interim President Beong-Soo Kim.
