LABCO: Louisiana Baroque Chamber Orchestra : Premiere Concert (3:30 Doors, 4PM concert)

January 25, 2026 3:00pm–5:10pm

(2025-2026- NMT Residency Artists) NMT is pleased to support and present this new musical project in their first season.

PROGRAM

Master pieces from the Courts of Baroque Europe : Artistic Director & Conductor: Riccardo Leónida

H. Purcell 

Prelude and Hornpipe,

“Sweeter than roses” for soprano and orchestra from “The Fary Queen” Z. 629

J. P. Rameau 

“Danse du Grand Calumet de la Paix” – Rondeau,  from “Les Indes galantes”  RCT 44

J. B. Lully 

“Chaconne des Scaramouches” from Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme LWV 43

G. F. Haendel 

Passacaglia, from Suite n 7 HWV 432 

 “Oh! Had I Jubal’s Lyre” , from “Joshua” HWV 64 for soprano and orchestra

J. S. Bach 

Die Kunst de Fuge BWV 1080, Contrapunctus I  

G.P. Telemann 

Concert for flute and bassoon soloists, strings and continuo TWV 52:F1 

F. Durante 

Concerto N 4 in E minor

A. Vivaldi

Concerto in D minor RV 127 

Concerto “Alla rustica” RV 151

B. Marcello 

Concerto in C minor for oboe soloist, strings and continuo 

Oboe soloist: Shelton Sugar

Flute soloist: Dennette Derbiszova McDermott

Basson soloist: Douglas Bakenhus 

Soprano Soloist: Jessica Frances Clayton

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LABCO seeks to revive and celebrate Baroque music through authentic, historically-informed performances. The project aims to develop a vibrant Baroque chamber orchestra engaging diverse musicians of various ages and backgrounds. We prioritize musical excellence, community involvement, an d education, creating an accessible platform for learning and appreciation of Baroque music with expressive interpretation and period-informed style

Pricing:

Premium Seating  $30. ($26. for students under 18, veterans & 65+) 

General Seating $26 ($22. for students under 18, veterans & 65+)

LABCO Season Pass (four shows) $100.

Labco Patron Pass (four shows plus spring reception event $150)