and Galatea,” the second, released in 2008, includes the concertos of Telemann featuring the principal players of the orchestra as soloists, the third in the series is composed of Bach cantatas, released in 2009, and the fourth CD in 2010 features principal oboist Gonzalo Ruiz in works for oboe, organ and soprano by Telemann and Hertel. Repertoire and Performances The orchestra performs both the well-known pieces and lesser known gems of the baroque and classical eras. In addition to established repertory, Musica Angelica has premiered over ten works in the new-music genre. The group's 2004 premiere of a 1737 oratorio by Nicola Porpora, Il Gedeone, received positive reviews. Most recently, in March 2009, Musica Angelica performed the North American premiere of Antonio Vivaldi's opera, Motezuma. Notable performances have included a collaboration with actor John Malkovich, in a one man show portraying Austrian serial killer Jack Unterweger. In 2015 Musica Angelica performed with Mark Morris Dance Group in a dance interpretation of Purcell's "Dido and Aeneas." Recordings The group have released several recordings on the German New Classical Adventure label, including works by Telemann, Handel, and Vivaldi. References External links Musica Angelica Homepage Musical groups established in 1993 Early music groups Early music orchestras 1993 establishments in California Orchestras based in California