Allison Lovejoy has composed an oratorio for the Golden Gate Symphony Orchestra & Chorus based on the life of one of her ancestors.
The conservatory’s head of conducting studies draws a poised performance from these student musicians.
When he steps down at the end of the 2024–2025 season, Chalifour will have set a record tenure with the orchestra.
The New West Symphony’s music director chats about his programming ethos and working with composer Mason Bates.