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HSO Season Finale: "Romantic Connections"--a Conversation with Johannes Müller Stosch

Johannes Müller Stosch is a versatile and dynamic conductor, recognized for his expressive artistry, expert musicianship, and visionary leadership. As Music Director and Conductor of the Holland Symphony Orchestra, he has transformed the ensemble into one of the most vibrant professional regional orchestras in the Midwest. Under his nearly 20-year tenure, HSO has seen unprecedented artistic and organizational growth, expanded its season offerings, increased its audience engagement, and achieved record numbers of season subscribers. His innovative programming and commitment to musical excellence have established HSO as a pillar of the cultural community in West Michigan. Maestro Stosch will round out his 20th season with the HSO in April of 2027. Listen here as he and Foley celebrate his upcoming 20th anniversary and look back over what has been accomplished during that time—and as they preview this weekend's season finale concert, featuring works of Joseph Marx, Margaret Bonds and Arturo Márquez.

Encouraged by creative parents, Foley began his music career at age 7, studying violin with Jean Manning at North Muskegon Public Schools. As a Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp camper, he became Blue Lake Public Radio’s first high school intern. Foley earned an English Literature degree from Hope College, and Masters in Fine Arts degree in Creative Writing from the Warren Wilson College. He has performed with the West Michigan (formerly West Shore) Symphony; served on the English Department faculty at Muskegon Community College, and been the Music, Art & Theatre reviewer for the Muskegon Chronicle. He follows his love of the arts around the globe, but says, “There is no place like the Blue Lake setting, sharing extraordinary music with our listeners.” Foley hosts Blue Lake Public Radio’s weekday classical music from 1 to 4 p.m. and “Sunday on Blue Lake”.