ClassicalArtist Of The Week: Rachel Barton PineOctober 13, 2017 | Kevin DohertyRachel 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. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleMetropolitan Opera Soprano Leads Cast In Return Of Opera To SacramentoApril 28, 2017 | Kevin DohertyMetropolitan 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. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
ClassicalDespite Busy Concert Schedule Violinist Karen Gomyo Finds Time To TangoOctober 7, 2016 | Kevin DohertyLife 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. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
ClassicalOnce Struggling Sacramento Philharmonic And Opera Bouncing BackFebruary 18, 2016After 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.