The Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra is set to present “Garden of Good & Evil” at Kaufmann Concert Hall in New York City on Jan. 25, 2024. The event features music by Händel, Errollyn Wallen, and Tarik O’Regan. Countertenor Reginald Mobley headlines the performance with Richard Egarr leading the ensemble. Mobley has performed with such organizations as Minnesota Opera, The Chamber Orchestra {…}
On February 16, 2023, Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra & Chorale’s alternative concert series “SESSIONS” will return for its eight year of performances. PBO Assistant Conductor David Belkovski will be joined by company Creative Partner Davóne Tines, and soprano Nola Richardson for a program of early music and modern works. Selections include Purcell’s Evening Hymn,” Monteverdi’s “Lasciatemi morire,” Geminiani’s “Cello Sonata in {…}
San Francisco-based Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra has announced its exciting 2022-23 season spotlighting rare works by Handel and featuring Anthony Roth Costanzo, along with 13 guest artist debuts. Here’s what’s in store for Bay Area audiences. For this article, only vocal performances are listed. First up is Händel’s oratorio “Theodora,” featuring mezzo-soprano Helen Charlston in her PBO and American debut, soprano {…}
Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra & Chorale has announced the appointment as Tarik O’Regan the company’s first-ever composer-in-residence. He will work with Music Director Richard Egarr and company artists to compose new works and build new relationships within the PBO community. O’Regan has established himself as one of the most commissioned composers of his generation. His residency will include three new commissions: {…}
(Credit: Frank Wing) “Aci, Galatea e Polifemo” is probably not one of those Handel works that you remember prominently. But it can definitely be among the most memorable when produced with the passion on display in San Francisco recently. Under Nicholas McGegan’s expert baton, the Philharmonia Baroque Chamber Players’ and producers Anthony Roth Costanzo and Cath Brittan and Brooklyn’s National {…}
The Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra and Chorale has named Richard Egarr the next music director. Egarr will become the second Music director for the orchestra in its 40-year history. He will succeed Nicholas McGegan and will begin his work in the position during the 2020-21 season. In a press statement, executive director Courtney Beck said, “I am delighted to name Richard Egarr as Philharmonia’s new Music Director. {…}