David Ball, organ
PROGRAM
Works by Langlais, Saint-Saens, Bach, Howells, Boellmann, Demessieux, and Dupre.
BIO
Juilliard-trained organist David La’O Ball (BM ’14, MM ’16) serves as Organist and Assistant Director of Music at Christ Cathedral in the Diocese of Orange, California (formerly Crystal Cathedral).
David is a recognized and well-lauded young performer—The New York Times declared his appearance in Juilliard’s FOCUS! Festival “a rousing performance”; his performance of Bach’s Prelude and Fugue in a minor in Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall was broadcast on American Public Media’s nationally-syndicated radio program Pipedreams; and his segment of the 2014 WQXR Bach Marathon was streamed on WQXR-FM, New York City’s classical radio station.
In addition, David has performed solo and collaborative recitals across the country, including duet recitals with Dr. John A. Romeri on the largest musical instrument ever built: the Boardwalk Hall Organ in Atlantic City. In recognition of his accomplishments, David was named one of The Diapason’s 2017 Class of 20 under 30, a peer-selected group of young people at the forefront of the organ field.
David completed both the Bachelor and Master of Music at The Juilliard School in New York City, studying under Mr. Paul Jacobs. As part of a wide-ranging musical vision for 21st-century collaboration—a vision cultivated during his time at Juilliard—David is committed to making the “King of Instruments” play well with others. He has spearheaded a number of “David and Friends” chamber recitals, commissioned many new works, and co-founded the ensemble duo corgano, a horn and organ duet featuring fellow Juilliard alumnus Trevor Nuckols. Additionally, as an orchestral musician, David has played organ with the Juilliard Orchestra in Ives’ Three Places in New England under the baton of Jeffrey Milarsky, and Bartok’s The Miraculous Mandarin under Robert Spano. In 2015, he played harmonium for the Juilliard Vocal Arts production of Ullmann’s Der Kaiser von Atlantis, conducted by Keri-Lynn Wilson.
David is an active member of the American Guild of Organists (AGO). As a winner of the AGO/Quimby Regional Competition for Young Organists, David performed as a Rising Star at the 2016 National AGO Convention in Houston where he "used the organ evocatively... displayed a wide palette of colors in his artistic registration and... brought Mozart's K. 608 to a thrilling close, earning an enthusiastic response from the audience." (The American Organist) David has additionally won AGO Competitions in Wichita, Denver, Kansas City, and St. Louis, and was the recipient of the rarely-conferred Outstanding Student Award from the St. Louis Chapter of the AGO.
The only thing that matches David’s passion for solo and ensemble performance is his commitment to creating liturgical music of the highest caliber. From his earliest days as the organ scholar at the landmark St. Louis Cathedral Basilica, David played and accompanied the Cathedral Basilica’s choirs in performances across the country and in Rome, Italy. During his studies at Juilliard, he worked as the Assistant Director and Interim Director of Music at St. Malachy’s – The Actors’ Chapel in Times Square. As Christ Cathedral Organist, David’s musical contributions underpin the Cathedral's vast array of weekly services and events, accompanying the Diocesan, Cathedral, and Children's Choirs and supporting the parish's diverse congregation.
- Biography courtesy of Paula Harper.
Eventbrite FAQs
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
There are no ID requirements for the concert series.
The concert space is very open and acoustically live, so it's important to keep audience noise low to let everyone enjoy the music. Children who are able to be quiet for the duration of a :45 to :50 musical performance are welcome.
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
The Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption is at 1111 Gough between Geary and Ellis Streets. The 38 Geary stops nearby.
Driving? There is also a good sized parking lot, with entrances on Gough and on Cleary Court.
What can I bring into the event?
The performance takes place inside our sanctuary space, so please don't bring in food to eat or drink.
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Chris or Helena in the Cathedral Music Department can answer your questions from Wednesday through Saturday, between 10 am and 2 pm. Please call (415) 567-2020, extension 213.
What's the refund policy?
You can get a refund on donation tickets up to a day before the concert. You can also give your tickets to other people.
Do I need to bring a printed copy of my ticket?
You don't need to bring a printout. Eventbrite gives us a list.
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PROGRAM
Works by Langlais, Saint-Saens, Bach, Howells, Boellmann, Demessieux, and Dupre.
BIO
Juilliard-trained organist David La’O Ball (BM ’14, MM ’16) serves as Organist and Assistant Director of Music at Christ Cathedral in the Diocese of Orange, California (formerly Crystal Cathedral).
David is a recognized and well-lauded young performer—The New York Times declared his appearance in Juilliard’s FOCUS! Festival “a rousing performance”; his performance of Bach’s Prelude and Fugue in a minor in Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall was broadcast on American Public Media’s nationally-syndicated radio program Pipedreams; and his segment of the 2014 WQXR Bach Marathon was streamed on WQXR-FM, New York City’s classical radio station.
In addition, David has performed solo and collaborative recitals across the country, including duet recitals with Dr. John A. Romeri on the largest musical instrument ever built: the Boardwalk Hall Organ in Atlantic City. In recognition of his accomplishments, David was named one of The Diapason’s 2017 Class of 20 under 30, a peer-selected group of young people at the forefront of the organ field.
David completed both the Bachelor and Master of Music at The Juilliard School in New York City, studying under Mr. Paul Jacobs. As part of a wide-ranging musical vision for 21st-century collaboration—a vision cultivated during his time at Juilliard—David is committed to making the “King of Instruments” play well with others. He has spearheaded a number of “David and Friends” chamber recitals, commissioned many new works, and co-founded the ensemble duo corgano, a horn and organ duet featuring fellow Juilliard alumnus Trevor Nuckols. Additionally, as an orchestral musician, David has played organ with the Juilliard Orchestra in Ives’ Three Places in New England under the baton of Jeffrey Milarsky, and Bartok’s The Miraculous Mandarin under Robert Spano. In 2015, he played harmonium for the Juilliard Vocal Arts production of Ullmann’s Der Kaiser von Atlantis, conducted by Keri-Lynn Wilson.
David is an active member of the American Guild of Organists (AGO). As a winner of the AGO/Quimby Regional Competition for Young Organists, David performed as a Rising Star at the 2016 National AGO Convention in Houston where he "used the organ evocatively... displayed a wide palette of colors in his artistic registration and... brought Mozart's K. 608 to a thrilling close, earning an enthusiastic response from the audience." (The American Organist) David has additionally won AGO Competitions in Wichita, Denver, Kansas City, and St. Louis, and was the recipient of the rarely-conferred Outstanding Student Award from the St. Louis Chapter of the AGO.
The only thing that matches David’s passion for solo and ensemble performance is his commitment to creating liturgical music of the highest caliber. From his earliest days as the organ scholar at the landmark St. Louis Cathedral Basilica, David played and accompanied the Cathedral Basilica’s choirs in performances across the country and in Rome, Italy. During his studies at Juilliard, he worked as the Assistant Director and Interim Director of Music at St. Malachy’s – The Actors’ Chapel in Times Square. As Christ Cathedral Organist, David’s musical contributions underpin the Cathedral's vast array of weekly services and events, accompanying the Diocesan, Cathedral, and Children's Choirs and supporting the parish's diverse congregation.
- Biography courtesy of Paula Harper.
Eventbrite FAQs
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
There are no ID requirements for the concert series.
The concert space is very open and acoustically live, so it's important to keep audience noise low to let everyone enjoy the music. Children who are able to be quiet for the duration of a :45 to :50 musical performance are welcome.
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
The Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption is at 1111 Gough between Geary and Ellis Streets. The 38 Geary stops nearby.
Driving? There is also a good sized parking lot, with entrances on Gough and on Cleary Court.
What can I bring into the event?
The performance takes place inside our sanctuary space, so please don't bring in food to eat or drink.
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Chris or Helena in the Cathedral Music Department can answer your questions from Wednesday through Saturday, between 10 am and 2 pm. Please call (415) 567-2020, extension 213.
What's the refund policy?
You can get a refund on donation tickets up to a day before the concert. You can also give your tickets to other people.
Do I need to bring a printed copy of my ticket?
You don't need to bring a printout. Eventbrite gives us a list.
David Ball, organ
PROGRAM
Works by Langlais, Saint-Saens, Bach, Howells, Boellmann, Demessieux, and Dupre.
BIO
Juilliard-trained organist David La’O Ball (BM ’14, MM ’16) serves as Organist and Assistant Director of Music at Christ Cathedral in the Diocese of Orange, California (formerly Crystal Cathedral).
David is a recognized and well-lauded young performer—The New York Times declared his appearance in Juilliard’s FOCUS! Festival “a rousing performance”; his performance of Bach’s Prelude and Fugue in a minor in Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall was broadcast on American Public Media’s nationally-syndicated radio program Pipedreams; and his segment of the 2014 WQXR Bach Marathon was streamed on WQXR-FM, New York City’s classical radio station.
In addition, David has performed solo and collaborative recitals across the country, including duet recitals with Dr. John A. Romeri on the largest musical instrument ever built: the Boardwalk Hall Organ in Atlantic City. In recognition of his accomplishments, David was named one of The Diapason’s 2017 Class of 20 under 30, a peer-selected group of young people at the forefront of the organ field.
David completed both the Bachelor and Master of Music at The Juilliard School in New York City, studying under Mr. Paul Jacobs. As part of a wide-ranging musical vision for 21st-century collaboration—a vision cultivated during his time at Juilliard—David is committed to making the “King of Instruments” play well with others. He has spearheaded a number of “David and Friends” chamber recitals, commissioned many new works, and co-founded the ensemble duo corgano, a horn and organ duet featuring fellow Juilliard alumnus Trevor Nuckols. Additionally, as an orchestral musician, David has played organ with the Juilliard Orchestra in Ives’ Three Places in New England under the baton of Jeffrey Milarsky, and Bartok’s The Miraculous Mandarin under Robert Spano. In 2015, he played harmonium for the Juilliard Vocal Arts production of Ullmann’s Der Kaiser von Atlantis, conducted by Keri-Lynn Wilson.
David is an active member of the American Guild of Organists (AGO). As a winner of the AGO/Quimby Regional Competition for Young Organists, David performed as a Rising Star at the 2016 National AGO Convention in Houston where he "used the organ evocatively... displayed a wide palette of colors in his artistic registration and... brought Mozart's K. 608 to a thrilling close, earning an enthusiastic response from the audience." (The American Organist) David has additionally won AGO Competitions in Wichita, Denver, Kansas City, and St. Louis, and was the recipient of the rarely-conferred Outstanding Student Award from the St. Louis Chapter of the AGO.
The only thing that matches David’s passion for solo and ensemble performance is his commitment to creating liturgical music of the highest caliber. From his earliest days as the organ scholar at the landmark St. Louis Cathedral Basilica, David played and accompanied the Cathedral Basilica’s choirs in performances across the country and in Rome, Italy. During his studies at Juilliard, he worked as the Assistant Director and Interim Director of Music at St. Malachy’s – The Actors’ Chapel in Times Square. As Christ Cathedral Organist, David’s musical contributions underpin the Cathedral's vast array of weekly services and events, accompanying the Diocesan, Cathedral, and Children's Choirs and supporting the parish's diverse congregation.
- Biography courtesy of Paula Harper.
Eventbrite FAQs
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
There are no ID requirements for the concert series.
The concert space is very open and acoustically live, so it's important to keep audience noise low to let everyone enjoy the music. Children who are able to be quiet for the duration of a :45 to :50 musical performance are welcome.
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
The Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption is at 1111 Gough between Geary and Ellis Streets. The 38 Geary stops nearby.
Driving? There is also a good sized parking lot, with entrances on Gough and on Cleary Court.
What can I bring into the event?
The performance takes place inside our sanctuary space, so please don't bring in food to eat or drink.
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Chris or Helena in the Cathedral Music Department can answer your questions from Wednesday through Saturday, between 10 am and 2 pm. Please call (415) 567-2020, extension 213.
What's the refund policy?
You can get a refund on donation tickets up to a day before the concert. You can also give your tickets to other people.
Do I need to bring a printed copy of my ticket?
You don't need to bring a printout. Eventbrite gives us a list.
read more
PROGRAM
Works by Langlais, Saint-Saens, Bach, Howells, Boellmann, Demessieux, and Dupre.
BIO
Juilliard-trained organist David La’O Ball (BM ’14, MM ’16) serves as Organist and Assistant Director of Music at Christ Cathedral in the Diocese of Orange, California (formerly Crystal Cathedral).
David is a recognized and well-lauded young performer—The New York Times declared his appearance in Juilliard’s FOCUS! Festival “a rousing performance”; his performance of Bach’s Prelude and Fugue in a minor in Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall was broadcast on American Public Media’s nationally-syndicated radio program Pipedreams; and his segment of the 2014 WQXR Bach Marathon was streamed on WQXR-FM, New York City’s classical radio station.
In addition, David has performed solo and collaborative recitals across the country, including duet recitals with Dr. John A. Romeri on the largest musical instrument ever built: the Boardwalk Hall Organ in Atlantic City. In recognition of his accomplishments, David was named one of The Diapason’s 2017 Class of 20 under 30, a peer-selected group of young people at the forefront of the organ field.
David completed both the Bachelor and Master of Music at The Juilliard School in New York City, studying under Mr. Paul Jacobs. As part of a wide-ranging musical vision for 21st-century collaboration—a vision cultivated during his time at Juilliard—David is committed to making the “King of Instruments” play well with others. He has spearheaded a number of “David and Friends” chamber recitals, commissioned many new works, and co-founded the ensemble duo corgano, a horn and organ duet featuring fellow Juilliard alumnus Trevor Nuckols. Additionally, as an orchestral musician, David has played organ with the Juilliard Orchestra in Ives’ Three Places in New England under the baton of Jeffrey Milarsky, and Bartok’s The Miraculous Mandarin under Robert Spano. In 2015, he played harmonium for the Juilliard Vocal Arts production of Ullmann’s Der Kaiser von Atlantis, conducted by Keri-Lynn Wilson.
David is an active member of the American Guild of Organists (AGO). As a winner of the AGO/Quimby Regional Competition for Young Organists, David performed as a Rising Star at the 2016 National AGO Convention in Houston where he "used the organ evocatively... displayed a wide palette of colors in his artistic registration and... brought Mozart's K. 608 to a thrilling close, earning an enthusiastic response from the audience." (The American Organist) David has additionally won AGO Competitions in Wichita, Denver, Kansas City, and St. Louis, and was the recipient of the rarely-conferred Outstanding Student Award from the St. Louis Chapter of the AGO.
The only thing that matches David’s passion for solo and ensemble performance is his commitment to creating liturgical music of the highest caliber. From his earliest days as the organ scholar at the landmark St. Louis Cathedral Basilica, David played and accompanied the Cathedral Basilica’s choirs in performances across the country and in Rome, Italy. During his studies at Juilliard, he worked as the Assistant Director and Interim Director of Music at St. Malachy’s – The Actors’ Chapel in Times Square. As Christ Cathedral Organist, David’s musical contributions underpin the Cathedral's vast array of weekly services and events, accompanying the Diocesan, Cathedral, and Children's Choirs and supporting the parish's diverse congregation.
- Biography courtesy of Paula Harper.
Eventbrite FAQs
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
There are no ID requirements for the concert series.
The concert space is very open and acoustically live, so it's important to keep audience noise low to let everyone enjoy the music. Children who are able to be quiet for the duration of a :45 to :50 musical performance are welcome.
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
The Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption is at 1111 Gough between Geary and Ellis Streets. The 38 Geary stops nearby.
Driving? There is also a good sized parking lot, with entrances on Gough and on Cleary Court.
What can I bring into the event?
The performance takes place inside our sanctuary space, so please don't bring in food to eat or drink.
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Chris or Helena in the Cathedral Music Department can answer your questions from Wednesday through Saturday, between 10 am and 2 pm. Please call (415) 567-2020, extension 213.
What's the refund policy?
You can get a refund on donation tickets up to a day before the concert. You can also give your tickets to other people.
Do I need to bring a printed copy of my ticket?
You don't need to bring a printout. Eventbrite gives us a list.
show less
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