Laquita Mitchell, David Morgans, & Lauren Torey star in Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra’s 2026–27 Season

The Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra announces its 2026–27 season led by Music Director Michael Repper. The season titled “New Worlds, Timeless Wonders” is an inspiring celebration of beloved masterworks, remarkable discoveries, internationally acclaimed guest artists, and cherished audience traditions. “This season reflects everything we love about making music,” said Music Director Michael Repper. “From timeless classics to remarkable rediscoveries, from internationally {…}

Oct 16, 2025

Laquita Mitchell to Perform with Berkeley Symphony

Berkeley Symphony is set to continue its 54th season on Nov. 16, 2025. The performance is set to be performed at the First Congregational Church of Berkeley. The program will be conducted by Ming Luke and will feature “Alma Monarca” by Juan Pablo Contreras, “The Four Last Songs” by Strauss with soloist Laquita Mitchell, and Missy Mazzoli’s Sinfonia (“for Orbiting {…}

May 22, 2025

Berkeley Symphony Orchestra Announces 2025-26 Season Featuring Laquita Mitchell

The Berkeley Symphony Orchestra has announced its 2025-26 season. Here is the only vocal performance of the season. In a statement, Executive Director Marion Atherton said, “This season represents an exciting new chapter for Berkeley Symphony. We’re thrilled to welcome some of today’s most compelling conductors, each bringing their unique artistic vision to our stage. For the 2025-26 season, we’re excited to {…}

Feb 27, 2025

Laquita Mitchell Headlines Dayton Opera’s ‘Aida’

Dayton Opera is set to present Verdi’s “Aida” this April. On April 4 and 6, audiences at the Dayton Performing Arts Alliance in Dayton, Ohio, will take in Verdi’s famed opera in a production by Kathleen Clawson, who has directed 19 productions since 2009, including such world premieres as “Shoes for the Santo Niño” in 2011 and “UnShakeable” in 2016. {…}

Dec 16, 2024

The Cleveland Orchestra to Host Free Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Concert

(Photo credit: Roger Mastroianni) The Cleveland Orchestra is set host its 45th annual concert honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Soprano Laquita Mitchell and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Chorus are slated to perform with The Cleveland Orchestra. Associate Conductor Daniel Reith conducts. Dr. William Henry Caldwell directs the all-volunteer community chorus. Aseelah Shareef, {…}

Aug 21, 2024

Laquita Mitchell, Kelley O’Connor, Nicholas Phan & Sidney Outlaw Headline California Symphony’s Opening Night Concert

(Credit: Courtesy of California Symphony) California Symphony is set to kick off its new season with Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony. The performances, which are set for Sept. 21 and 22 at Walnut Creek’s Lesher Center for the Arts, will star Laquita Mitchell, Kelley O’Connor, Nicholas Phan, and Sidney Outlaw. They are joined by 100 members of the San Francisco Conservatory of {…}

Jul 9, 2024

Black Leadership Arts Collective To Present Inaugural Gala

On August 23, the Black Leadership Arts Collective (B.L.A.C.) will present an Inaugural Gala. The evening will feature musical favorites at Manhattan School of Music, featuring members of B.L.A.C. and Grammy-nominated pianist Kevin Miller hosted by Terrance McKnight. Soloists will include Russell Thomas, Morris Robinson, Laquita Mitchell, J’Nai Bridges, Kenneth Kellogg, Kenneth Overton, Nicole Heaston, and Lawrence Brownlee. The proceeds {…}

Feb 18, 2024

Concerts at Saint Thomas to Present Poulenc’s ‘Stabat Mater’

The Concerts at Saint Thomas is set to present Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 3 and Poulenc’s “Stabat Mater.” The concert will be held on March 21, 2024, at Saint Thomas Church and will feature pianist and Director of Music at Saint Thomas, Jeremy Filsell performing the Piano Concerto No. 3 in D minor with the Modus Operandi Orchestra. The second {…}

Feb 17, 2024

The Cleveland Orchestra & Composer Allison Loggins-Hu Announce Concert Series

The Cleveland Orchestra will present a series of concerts in collaboration with Cleveland community partners. The series, which is also produced by the orchestra’s Daniel R. Lewis Composer Fellow Allison Loggins-Hu, will feature four performances with one of particular interest for opera lovers. On April 24, 2024, audiences will see “Faith,” a performance featuring music by Andrea Clearfield, Damien Sneed, {…}

Feb 4, 2024

The Julia Perry Centenary Celebration & Festival Schedule Announced

The Experiential Orchestra and Videmus present the Julia Perry Centenary Celebration and Festival in New York City. Julia Perry (1924-79) was an African-American composer, born in Lexington, Kentucky and raised in Akron, Ohio. She spent two summers at the Berkshire Music Center, studied with Luigi Dallapiccola and briefly with Nadia Boulanger. She won the Prix Fontainebleau and two Guggenheim Fellowships, {…}

Sep 28, 2023

Laquita Mitchell & Adam Lau Lead Oratorio Society of New York’s Opening Night

The Oratorio Society of New York led by Music Director Kent Tritle is set to open its 150th Anniversary and 2023-2024 season on Nov. 6, 2023. The concert will showcase Bach’s Magnificat and Mozart’s Requiem at the Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall. The concert will feature soloists Laquita Mitchell, soprano, Lucia Bradford, mezzo-soprano, Eric Finbarr Carey, tenor, {…}