Oboist

Handel's arrival in Rome in 1706 had a profound influence on his development as a composer, igniting one of the most creative periods of his career. In Rome, Handel rubbed shoulders with the greatest musicians of the age while basking in the luxuries, excesses, and patronage of the clerical aristocracy. When in Rome brings together seductive and euphoric music of this time and place.

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When In Rome

All Souls' Episcopal Church/Bach Collegium San Diego

The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center

Handel’s arrival in Rome in 1706 had a profound influence on his development as a composer, igniting one of the most creative periods of his career. In Rome, Handel rubbed shoulders with the greatest musicians of the age while basking in the luxuries, excesses, and patronage of the clerical aristocracy. When in Rome brings together seductive and euphoric music of this time and place.

When in Rome

In an emotionally charged tale of courage in the face of tyranny, internationally acclaimed tenor David Portillo portrays the brave and tragic Turkish Emperor Bajazet, imprisoned by the Tartar Emperor Tamerlano sung by “exquisite” (Opera News) countertenor Ryan Belongie. Following her triumphant 2023 Haymarket debut in La Giuditta, luminescent soprano Emily Birsan sings the role of Asteria, Bajazet’s daughter, desired as wife by both Tamerlano and his Greek ally Andronico, sung by rising star mezzo-soprano Kathleen Felty. Mezzo Emily Fons makes her much-anticipated return to Haymarket as the Princess Irene, Tamerlano’s jilted bride-to-be. Bass-baritone David Govertsen brings his “thrilling bass” (Chicago Stage Style) to the role of Leone, confidant of Andronico.

Tamerlano

DePaul University Welcome Center

Haymarket brings Handel’s blockbuster oratorio La Resurrezione to the stage with an updated nod to its visually sumptuous 1708 premiere. Building on Haymarket’s “brilliantly performed” (Chicago Tribune) films that incorporated projected scenic elements, designer Camilla Tassi makes her Haymarket debut with lavish projections inspired by eye-witness accounts of the first performances of this oratorio. Handel’s score is an opera in all but name, and demands breathtaking vocal and instrumental virtuosity. Early music specialist Christian Curnyn conducts the Haymarket Opera Orchestra with a star-studded cast led by soprano Sarah Brailey as the Angel and baritone Douglas Williams as Lucifer. Vocal fireworks combine with religious fervor in a heroic showdown between Heaven and Hell.

La Resurrezione

**Ecstatic Visions: A Night of Baroque Splendor with Ars Lyrica Houston**

Join Ars Lyrica Houston for an unforgettable evening of Baroque music titled "Ecstatic Visions," taking place on Friday, November 3, 2023, at 7:30 PM in the Zilkha Hall at The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts. This concert promises to be a lush journey through the ecstatic and divine, featuring a selection of rapturous instrumental and vocal music that explores themes of love, happiness, and the sublime.

The highlight of the evening is Handel’s "Silete venti," a spectacular solo motet for soprano and Baroque orchestra that showcases the composer's mastery in creating operatic scenes within a deeply religious context. The performance will also include enchanting pieces by Johann Joseph Fux, Johann Schmeltzer, Jean-Philippe Rameau, and others, spotlighting the exceptional talents of Ars Lyrica ensemble members.

Featuring the virtuosic Sherezade Panthaki as soprano, alongside Kathryn Montoya on oboe/recorder and Andrew Fouts on violin, "Ecstatic Visions" is set to be a highlight of Ars Lyrica's 20th anniversary season, celebrating 20 Years of Magic.

The program will also feature works such as Jean-Philippe Rameau's Suite from Naïs, Giovanni Bassano's Divisions on "Onques amour," and more, culminating in a performance that runs for 1 hour and 30 minutes, including an intermission. All texts will be projected in English surtitles for the audience's convenience.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the beauty and ecstasy of Baroque music, brought to life by the talented artists of Ars Lyrica Houston. Digital subscriptions and replay passes are available for those who wish to enjoy the concert broadcast online, ensuring that you can be part of this magical evening from anywhere.

For more information and to secure your tickets, visit Ars Lyrica Houston's official website. Join us for "Ecstatic Visions" and let the music transport you to a world of awe and wonder.

Ecstatic Visions

Hobby Center for the Performing Arts

This virtuosic tribute to Antonio Vivaldi, the famous “Red Priest” of Venice, features breathtaking concerti from this pioneer of the genre, colorful arias from a 1735 operatic pastiche, and his beloved setting of the Stabat Mater for solo voice and strings.

Oboist

Kathryn Montoya

Events

Past events

25 - 26 Oct, 2025

When In Rome · Bach Collegium San Diego

25 - 26 Oct, 2025

When in Rome · Chamber Music SoCal

Future and recently performed repertoire

Oboe in Oboe Concerto in G minor by Handel

Chamber Music SoCal

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