Bard Conservatory Preparatory Division Chorus The Bard Conservatory Preparatory Division Chorus was founded in 2019 to sing the children’s choir part in Mahler’s Third Symphony with the Bard College Conservatory Orchestra. Since then, the group has performed on many Bard programs, appearing with the Bard Baroque...
Terrence Wilsonpiano Photos by J. Henry FairPress photosPianist Terrence Wilson has appeared as soloist with the symphony orchestras of Atlanta; Baltimore; Cincinnati; Dallas; Detroit; Houston; Washington, D.C. (National Symphony); San Francisco; and St. Louis; and with the orchestras of Cleveland, Minnesota, and Philadelphia, and the Saint...
Ryan Michki ’26tenor First two photos by David Curleigh Press photosRyan Michki is an operatic tenor and stage director working in all aspects of music, opera, and theater. He is in his fifth year at the Bard College Conservatory of Music and plans to graduate in the...
Blair McMillenpiano Photo by Patrick XiongPress photosFor nearly three decades, classically-trained pianist Blair McMillen has divided his time as soloist, new-music specialist, ensemble leader, music festival director, and educator. He is known for his passionate advocacy of living composers and contemporary music, as well as championing...
David Westprincipal director, All-City High School Orchestra David West is a versatile and accomplished conductor, cellist, educator, and founder of numerous influential music initiatives in New York City. He has served as the director of orchestras and chamber music at Celia Cruz High School of Music...
Raman Ramakrishnan cello Photos by Titilayo AyangadePress photosCellist Raman Ramakrishnan enjoys performing chamber music, old and new, around the world. For two decades, as a founding member of the Horszowski Trio and the Daedalus Quartet, he toured extensively through North and South America, Europe, and...
Benjamin Truncale VAP '26tenor Photo by Coco JourdanaPress photosTenor Benjamin Truncale, from Long Island, New York, is a first-year student in the Graduate Vocal Arts Program at the Bard College Conservatory of Music, pursuing his master of music degree. He is thrilled to be performing Fauré’s...
Charles Barkerguest conductor Photo by Rosalie O'ConnorPress photosCharles Barker has conducted orchestras worldwide, including the Royal Philharmonic, Paris Opéra Orchestra, Danish Radio Symphony, La Orquestra Filarmonica de Buenos Aires, Adelaide Symphony, Columbus Symphony, and the Pacific Symphony. He is currently principal conductor of American Ballet Theatre...
Leonardo PinedaGuest Conductor for Educational Partnerships 2nd & 3rd photos by Titilayo AyendePress photosLeonardo Pineda stands at the forefront of a new generation of conductor-curators redefining the classical music experience. Recently named music director of The Orchestra San Antonio (TOSA) starting in October 2025—a resident company...
William Sharpbaritone Photo by Webb ChappellPress photosBaritone William Sharp has a reputation as a singer of artistry and versatility, garnering acclaim for his work in concert, recital, opera, and recording. He performs actively and has appeared with most major American symphony orchestras, including New York, Chicago,...