Joe Walsh is an accomplished conductor, music director, coach, and pianist with experience in preparing and presenting opera and musical theater, both nationally and internationally. He is admired for his ability to combine dramatic flair and theatrical excitement with sensitivity, detail, and a keen sense of dynamic pacing. ... [ MORE ]


"Virginia Opera's production of Mozart's "Don Giovanni" which opened Saturday evening at the Harrison Opera House did the amazing – it did not have imbalances and succeeded on every level. Being one of the greatest of all operas, the experience was one of the best offered by the company in recent years, and one that could rival those of bigger companies. Leading the music, conductor Joseph Walsh moved the long story forward at a fast pace, keeping the listener alert by connecting sections of recitative and aria tightly. He drew a polished, energetic performance from the members of the Virginia Symphony Orchestra in the pit, every bit of fast figuration under control."

Lee Teply, The Virginian Pilot, February 15, 2010