Christmas in Song: Linda Baird, Mezzo-Soprano & Frank Chang, Piano

Join us for “Christmas in Song” by Linda Baird, a mezzo-soprano, and Frank Chang on the piano on December 16 at 7:30 PM in the Visitors’ Center.

Canadian mezzo-soprano Linda Baird has performed in opera and concert across North America and Europe, including appearances at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center. Her 2026 performances include Verdi’s Requiem with the Spokane Symphony and La Ciesca in Puccini’s Gianni Schicchi with Civitanova all’Opera in Italy. Other performance credits include Seattle Opera, Vancouver Opera, the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, the North Czech Philharmonic Teplice, Opera Română Craiova, and West Edge Opera. Linda holds a Master of Music in Opera from the University of British Columbia and lives in Oakland, California. For Christmas in Song, Linda joins pianist Frank Chang in a program of classical Christmas music.

Frank Chang started piano lessons at the age of 12, at the suggestion of his younger sister. While in school, Frank moonlighted as an accompanist for singers, big bands, choirs, and small jazz ensembles. While in grad school in San Diego, Frank hosted late-night underground jam sessions and recorded with local artists like Randy Morser and the Air Mail Special Jazz Orchestra. More recently, he’s a member of the Temple Hill Orchestra. Frank has four children and currently lives in Oakland with his wife, Tina.

All are welcome, and entrance and parking are free.