Stories related to: Sacramento Philharmonic and Opera

Classical

Artist Of The Week: Rachel Barton Pine

October 13, 2017 | Kevin Doherty

Rachel Barton Pine is one of the most sought after violinists in the world. What does that mean? It means that she is very, very busy. She is constantly travelling from place to place; balancing family life, a career, and a Foundation.

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Arts and Lifestyle

Metropolitan Opera Soprano Leads Cast In Return Of Opera To Sacramento

April 28, 2017 | Kevin Doherty

Metropolitan Opera soprano Jennifer Black stars as Violetta in Verdi's La Traviata. The production marks the return of opera to Sacramento after an absence of almost four years. Kevin Doherty talks to Black about what audiences can expect.

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Classical

Despite Busy Concert Schedule Violinist Karen Gomyo Finds Time To Tango

October 7, 2016 | Kevin Doherty

Life as a touring classical soloist has its rewards and challenges, something violinist Karen Gomyo knows first-hand. Gomyo has appeared with top orchestras around the world. This Saturday she performs with the Sacramento Philharmonic and Opera.

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Once Struggling Sacramento Philharmonic And Opera Bouncing Back

February 18, 2016

After some tumultuous years and questions about whether it had a future, the Sacramento Philharmonic and Opera is starting to seeing its fortunes turn around. Executive Director and conservatory-trained violinist Alice Sauro explains what's changed.