Musica Angelica, Southern California’s acclaimed Baroque orchestra, proudly announces its 2025–26 season: a stirring farewell to Artistic Director Martin Haselböck, whose 22-year leadership transformed the ensemble into a national and international force in historically-informed performance.
The four-concert season features rich, expressive repertoire spanning the golden eras of Italian, German, and sacred music, including Haselböck’s final interpretation of Bach’s monumental St. Matthew Passion. Performances will take place at First Congregational Church of Long Beach (and First Congregational Church of Los Angeles.
2025–26 CONCERT SEASON
Quattrocento: Four Centuries of Italian Music
A sweeping journey through four centuries of Italy’s musical brilliance, from Renaissance polyphony to the grandeur of high Baroque.
Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 7:30 PM
First Congregational Church of Long Beach
Sunday, October 19, 2025 | 3:00 PM
First Congregational Church of Los Angeles (Sanctuary)
A Baroque Christmas in Germany
Festive, elegant, and deeply joyful—this holiday program highlights the rich seasonal traditions of Germany’s Baroque masters.
Saturday, December 20, 2025 | 7:30 PM
First Congregational Church of Long Beach
Sunday, December 21, 2025 | 3:00 PM
First Congregational Church of Los Angeles (Shatto Chapel)
Valentine to the Viola da Gamba
An intimate and expressive concert centered on one of the Baroque era’s most poetic instruments, featuring solo and ensemble works that showcase its warm, human voice.
Saturday, January 31, 2026 | 7:30 PM
First Congregational Church of Long Beach
Sunday, February 1, 2026 | 3:00 PM
First Congregational Church of Los Angeles (Shatto Chapel)
St. Matthew Passion
Johann Sebastian Bach’s towering masterpiece, conducted for the final time by Martin Haselböck as Artistic Director of Musica Angelica. A farewell concert of extraordinary emotional power.
Saturday, March 28 – St. Matthew Passion | 6:00 PM
First Congregational Church of Long Beach
Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 3:00 PM
First Congregational Church of Long Beach – Sanctuary
*Programming is subject to change.
This season will mark a historic finale for MARTIN HASELBÖCK. Since taking the helm in 2003, Martin Haselböck has shaped Musica Angelica’s artistic identity, bringing European authenticity, stylistic rigor, and interpretive passion to every performance. Under his leadership, the ensemble has toured internationally and collaborated with major institutions including LA Opera, Long Beach Opera, Pacific Chorale, and the LA Master Chorale.
This season serves as a tribute to his legacy—a chance for audiences to experience the depth and elegance that have defined more than two decades of musical excellence.
Season subscriptions range from $169–$337. Visit www.musicaangelica.org or call the box office at (562) 276-0865 to reserve tickets.
ABOUT MUSICA ANGELICA
Musica Angelica is Southern California’s leading Baroque orchestra, known for performances on period instruments that are both historically accurate and artistically daring. Founded in 1993 and now in its 33rd season, the ensemble continues to inspire audiences through expressive programming, innovative collaborations, and world-class musicianship.
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