20 Jun Success Story: UH Alumnus Now Major American Orchestra Associate Conductor
Moores School of Music (MSM) alumnus Roger Kalia rings in the new year as the Orange County Pacific Symphony’s associate conductor.
Franz Anton Krager, MSM professor of conducting, said he was overcome with pride after learning about Kalia’s promotion. But as his mentor, Krager wasn’t exactly surprised.
“Roger is a star,” Krager says. “He was a model student, on time, enthusiastic, well studied, well-liked. He had the whole package — and still does. The news didn’t surprise me whatsoever.”
As the Pacific Symphony’s associate conductor, Kalia, who previously served as assistant conductor, will continue his work with the Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra. He will also conduct the orchestra’s Family Musical Mornings and Class Act Youth Concerts alongside new commitments.
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