Subject of “Chevalier” Hollywood film to be featured at Oregon Bach Festival 

Portrait of Joseph Bologne  Attribution: Mather Brown, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons  The story of composer Joseph Bologne has captured the hearts and minds of producers in Hollywood. On April 21, Searchlight Pictures released “Chevalier.” The historical drama documents the life of Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Sainte-George.   CHEVALIER | Official Trailer | Searchlight Pictures  Bologne …

Royce Saltzman, 1928-2023

Oregon Bach Festival (OBF) is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Dr. H. Royce Saltzman. The OBF co-founder, long-time executive director, and board member died on Monday, April 3rd surrounded by his family. He was 94 years old.  “This is a moment of true heartbreak for our festival, the university, and the entire choral …

Now Hiring: Development Program Manager

Development Program Manager We are seeking a dedicated and team oriented Development Program Manager. As a part of the School of Music and Dance fundraising team and reporting to the Associate Director of Development of Oregon Bach Festival, the Development Program Manager is responsible for managing a variety of complex fundraising matters, such as donor …

OBF 2023 Season Announcement

MUSICAL EXPEDITIONS AND MILESTONE EVENTS HEADLINE ASOREGON BACH FESTIVALANNOUNCES ITS 2023 SEASON January 25, 2023 – [Eugene, OR] – The internationally renowned Oregon Bach Festival (OBF) and the University of Oregon School of Music and Dance are pleased to announce the 2023 lineup of concerts and artists. The upcoming season, which runs June 30 through …

Katie Simon: SFYCA Activity Director Extraordinaire

SFYCA Activity Directors are the glue that hold everything together as they interface with SFYCA’s talented faculty and SFYCA’s up-and-coming participants. Katie Simon is SFYCA’s one of the longest-serving AD as she has held the AD title for over 7 years. As a member of a musical family, Katie is the fourth Simon sibling to …

SFYCA Profile – Sarah Brauer

Over the last two decades, Sarah has enjoyed a varied career of opera, oratorio, choral and recital performance. As part of the OBF 2020 Radio Festival, we are excited to feature this lovely tribute by Sarah Brauer, SFYCA alumna (2000, 2001) and now professional classical singer. Sarah earned her Master of Music degree from Rice …

Artistic Director Search Update – September 2022

Dear OBF fans: We’re writing with an update on the Oregon Bach Festival artistic director search. As you know, we had a slate of three candidates visit us this summer – each of whom showcased their best work in concert halls and classrooms around Eugene. As the Festival ended, the search committee convened and made …

OBF COVID-19 Updates

Updated: 6/14/22 at 12:45pm In accordance with state mandates, OBF performance spaces do not require face masks, proof of vaccination, or negative COVID test for entry. However, given the rise in Lane County COVID cases, the University of Oregon recommends individuals wear masks indoors when around other people. These policies are subject to change as the Festival progresses. Hult Center …

Finding Success Through Balance

SFYCA alum, Nicholas Meyer (’04, ’05, ’06) shares the importance of staying positive, maintaining a good attitude, and having fun – in music and in life! SFYCA alum Nicholas Meyer (’04, ’05, ’06) is an in-demand baritone, artistic co-director of Opera Theater Oregon, and teacher of a flourishing voice and piano studio of 40+ students …