Brian Bartoldus
Artistic Director and Conductor
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Experience the majesty of what Beethoven himself called “mein großes werk” under the grand dome of the Baltimore Basilica, with the largest period instrument orchestra that the city has ever known. Hear this towering masterwork of the Romantic era in its first performance in over thirty years – a must-see event for any classical music lover in Baltimore.
Preconcert panel with Melinda O’Neal (HCB Artistic Director Emerita), John Moran (Co-director, Baltimore Baroque Band), and Brian Bartoldus (HCB Artistic Director), led by Jason Rudy (HCB Board President) begins one hour before the program.
Handel Choir of Baltimore
Handel Period Instrument Orchestra
Laura Choi Stuart; soprano
Caroline Tye; alto
Steven Soph; tenor
Dorian McCall; bass
Keats Dieffenbach; violin
Brian Bartoldus; conductor
Saturday, May 17, 2025, 3:00 pm
Baltimore Basilica
409 Cathedral Street
Baltimore 21201
This program will run approximately 90 minutes including intermission.
Handel Choir thanks Preston and Nancy Athey for their sustaining support. Our 2024-2025 season is supported in part by grants from the organizations pictured.
