Internationally recognized for his energetic presence, imaginative programming, and compelling musicianship, Vinay Parameswaran is one of the most exciting and versatile conductors on the podium today. In the 22/23 season, Parameswaran makes his debuts with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Pasadena Symphony, Louisiana Philharmonic, Charlotte Symphony, Oakland Symphony, Winston-Salem Symphony, and return appearances with the Nashville […]
Winner of first prize and the audience choice award at the 24th Annual Sphinx Competition, violinist Amaryn Olmeda is a rising star sought after for her bold and expressive performances as a soloist and collaborator. Violinist.com says of Olmeda, “[…] her commanding stage presence, infallible technique, and interpretive ability already rival that of international concert […]
HEROES INCLUDE: Maestro Michael Morgan – Oakland Symphony, Music Director At the age of 10, Michael Morgan knew exactly what he was going to do with his life. He was going to conduct orchestras all over the world and that’s exactly what he did. Dr. Lynne Morrow – Oakland Symphony, Chorus Director (Coming in […]
Join us in watching beautiful heartfelt performances by friends, colleagues, and students coming together to pay tribute to the life and living legacy of Michael Morgan. Presented by: Oakland Symphony Underwritten by: James F. Bell, Chairman, Bell Investment Advisors Support from: Akonadi Foundation; Bear Valley Music Festival; Gateways Music Festival; The Sphinx Organization Media […]
Michael Morgan, Oakland Symphony Music Director and Conductor for 30 years, Passes Away, Age 63. . Michael Morgan, Music Director and Conductor of Oakland Symphony since 1991, died peacefully on August 20, 2021 at Oakland Kaiser where he had been admitted for an infection. He was 63. In May of 2021, Michael Morgan underwent successful kidney […]
The Music Won’t Stop Telethon concert event in support of the Oakland Symphony’s Musician’s Relief Fund & Youth Programs. Premiered on OakSym Facebook Live on Friday, June 4, 2021 at 7:30 pm
Oakland Symphony Youth Orchestra 2020-21 Season Finale Two-Part Concert Series Sunday, May 16 and May 23, 2021 at 2:00 pm Join us for the Oakland Symphony Youth Orchestra’s virtual season finale event. This two-part virtual concert series will feature OSYO musicians performing pieces by Bizet, Dvořák, Mendelssohn, Mozart and Shostakovich as well as OSYO woodwind […]
. Oakland Symphony Youth Orchestra students performing Haydn String Quartet, Op. 76, No 2. The ensemble was coached by our first violin sectional coach Carla Picchi, who also plays in the first violin section of the Oakland Symphony.
How Are Musicians Made? Friday, October 9, 2020 . Maestro Michael Morgan, Oakland Symphony Music Director and Conductor Anne Cademenos, Senior Director of Development Dr. Lynne Morrow, Oakland Symphony Chorus Director Omid Zoufonoun, Oakland Symphony Youth Orchestra Principal Conductor Elizabeth Vandervennet, Oakland Symphony Lead Teaching Artist, MUSE Mentor & Cellist Amy Likar, Oakland Symphony […]
Dvořák’s “Symphony No. 9 (New World Symphony)” Movement 4 Performed by Oakland Symphony Youth Orchestra. Conducted and edited by Omid Zoufonoun. The capstone of Oakland Symphony’s Youth Orchestra’s 2019/2020 season, this performance of of Dvořák’s New World Symphony was recorded during Shelter-in-Place. Full rehearsals and the final concert were cancelled due to COVID […]