Praised for bringing a “fresh view to classical music” (The Republic), Indian American conductor Roger Kalia is a versatile communicator who brings unique and unmistakable energy to the podium. Recently profiled by Symphony Magazine in recognition of his innovative programming, Kalia has been hailed as “leading with passionate intensity and a clear beat” as well as being “one to watch” (Long Beach Gazette).
The Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra picks a new director for the first time in over 30 years.
The Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra picks a new director for the first time in over 30 years.
John Williams | Star Wars: A New Hope In Concert
Florence Price | Piano Concerto in One Movement
Gershwin | Rhapsody in Blue
Copland | Symphony No. 3
Fei-Fei, piano
What’s fun for Kalia – is not bowing and then facing the orchestra to conduct but rather to have that relationship with the audience and how we as audience feel after the concert. He wants to see the joy in the audience – to communicate that joy that all on stage feel when they perform for us.
...this show was the first of its kind in United States or perhaps in the world...Roger conducted the event with infectious aplomb...Unbelievable show.