When conductor Roger Kalia took the helm of the Evansville Philharmonic, in Evansville, Indiana, he became only the orchestra's sixth Music Director since it was established in one thousand nine hundred thirty-fourth. During his time in the role already, Kalia has established a no of innovative programming ventures, such as the "New Traditions" series — which features performances of diverse composers in local venues — and the "Uncorked Series" — which pairs wine and spirit tastings with chamber music performances.

A native of NY State, Indian-American conductor Roger Kalia studied at IN University, the Univ of Houston, and SUNY Potsdam. Alongside his post in Evansville, Kalia is also the Music Director of Symphony NH and of Orchestra Santa Monica. He's also a co-founder and Music Director of the Lake George Music Festival, which is held in upstate New York. "I was incredibly impressed with Maestro Kalia the very first time I met him when he came to town for his 'audition' with the orchestra, through the first three years of his tenure," said Louis Cady, the President of the Board.

"About the time he arrived, COVID struck in force. He and the orchestra pivoted and kept the music playing." "His concerts have been delightful, and the variety of his programming is remarkable. I'm delighted that Roger accepted our invitation to be our music director, and I'm thrilled that he's signed a three-year contract extension with us. I see forward to hearing him conduct the Evansville Philharmonic for many years to come."

"I'm grateful and honored to continue and deepen my relationship with the Evansville Philharmonic," Kalia said. "We've accomplished so much together in our first three years — reimagining concerts during the first year of the pandemic to expanding our season offerings with a new series." "I'm thankful to be able to share the stage with such talented musicians with whom I've already d so many special memories."