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 …