About the Artists

Finn Salgal, baritone

A native of Los Angeles, Finn Sagal is a second year Ensemble Member of the Ryan Opera Center. He has performed with Liza Minelli, Michael Feinstein, Chris Isaak, Kristen Chenoweth, and the Pasadena Symphony.

This summer he performed Guglielmo (Cosi fan tutte) in Renee Fleming’s directorial debut at the Aspen Music Festival.

Michael Banwarth, pianist

A native of Dubuque, IA, Michael Banwarth is a third year pianist with the Ryan Opera Center. Banwarth recently completed a Master of Music in collaborative piano at the New England Conservatory of Music.

This season he will help prepare the production of Cavalleria rusticana/Pagliacci with Lyric Opera of Chicago.

You won’t want to miss this special Musical Gathering featuring a captivating performance by the next generation of young musicians.

Stay tuned for more event information to come!

Join the American Opera Society of Chicago for their annual Meeting, Spring Concert and Luncheon featuring the talented musical performances from the 2026 Scholarship Winners!