Phantom of the Organ with Raul Prieto Ramirez

“Raul Prieto Ramirez is a colossally talented organist. His fearless playing and at-times brazen registrations gave his eclectic program a nervy, exciting flair so often lacking in classical recitals. He’s the whole package — flawless technique and solid repertoire executed with the flair and bravado of a matador. A highly satisfying afternoon.” – Joey DiGuglielmo, Washington Blade

Experience the electrifying talent of Raúl Prieto Ramírez, an iconoclastic Spanish organist renowned for his sizzling, transcendent performances. Join him for a haunting Halloween concert featuring Phantom of the Opera arias alongside two opera singers, Bernardo Bermudez and Anna Belaya, and be captivated by the organ’s mesmerizing, spooky side.

Sponsored by Bert & Candace Forbes, Maryellen & Michael Simkins, Carol A. Williams, and TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Luis Obispo

ABOUT ANNA BELAYA

Anna Belaya – a celebrated Ukrainian soprano, and a graduate from Kiev Tchaikovsky Conservatory – is renowned for her rich and creamy voice. She has performed with San Diego Symphony, Arkansas Symphony, San Diego Spreckels Organ Pavilion, San Diego Grossmont Symphony, Dream Orchestra of Los Angeles, and more. She is a regular performer and soloist with Los Angeles Balalaika Orchestra and their Firebird quintet. Ms. Belaya is a multiple award winner, including prizes from The Virginia and Susan Hawk Vocal Competition and Musical Merit Foundation Competition.

ABOUT BERNARDO BERMUDEZ

Venezuelan American Tenor Bernardo Bermudez, started his musical education at The Conservatory of Music Juan Manuel Olivares, in Caracas Venezuela. He has performed in productions and concerts with companies including San Diego Opera, Los Angeles Opera, Long Beach Opera, Anchorage Opera, Portland Opera, Opera Santa Barbara, The San Diego Symphony, Opera North, Union Avenue Opera, West Bay Opera, Livermore Valley Opera and The Music Academy of the West to name a few. He participated as a voice fellow at the prestigious Summer Festivals at The Music Academy of the West in Santa Barbara California and is also co-founder of Opera4Kids – a non-profit organization, whose mission is to use the transformative power of live vocal and classical music performance, to educate young audiences about theatre and music, in a culturally enriching environment.