Musica Angelica, Southern California\u2019s acclaimed Baroque ensemble’s 2025\u201326 season is a stirring farewell to Artistic Director Martin Haselb\u00f6ck, whose 22-year leadership transformed the ensemble into a national and international force in historically-informed performance.<\/p>\n
The season features rich, expressive repertoire spanning the golden eras of Italian, German, and sacred music, including Haselb\u00f6ck\u2019s final interpretation of Bach\u2019s monumental St. Matthew Passion. Performances will take place at First Congregational Church of Long Beach and First Congregational Church of Los Angeles.<\/p>\n
A Baroque Christmas in Germany<\/p>\n
Festive, elegant, and deeply joyful\u2014this holiday program highlights the rich seasonal traditions of Germany\u2019s Baroque masters.<\/p>\n
Saturday, December 20, 2025 | 7:30 PM \u2013 First Congregational Church of Long Beach Sunday, December 21, 2025 | 3:00 PM \u2013 First Congregational Church of Los Angeles (Shatto Chapel) <\/p>\n
Valentine to the Viola da Gamba<\/p>\n
An intimate and expressive concert centered on one of the Baroque era\u2019s most poetic instruments, featuring solo and ensemble works that showcase its warm, human voice.<\/p>\n
Saturday, January 31, 2026 | 7:30 PM \u2013 First Congregational Church of Long Beach Sunday, February 1, 2026 | 3:00 PM \u2013 First Congregational Church of Los Angeles (Shatto Chapel) <\/p>\n
St. Matthew Passion<\/p>\n
Johann Sebastian Bach\u2019s towering masterpiece, conducted for the final time by Martin Haselb\u00f6ck as Artistic Director of Musica Angelica. A farewell concert of extraordinary emotional power.<\/p>\n
Saturday, March 28 | 6:00 PM \u2013 First Congregational Church of Long Beach Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 3:00 PM \u2013 First Congregational Church of Los Angeles \u2013 Sanctuary <\/p>\n
*Programming is subject to change.<\/p>\n
This season will mark a historic finale for MARTIN HASELB\u00d6CK. Since taking the helm in 2003, Martin Haselb\u00f6ck has shaped Musica Angelica\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n
This season serves as a tribute to his legacy\u2014a chance for audiences to experience the depth and elegance that have defined more than two decades of musical excellence.<\/p>\n