Among those who enjoy early music, soprano Julianne Baird is a superstar.  Noted for her vocal facility and beauty of tone, she also has an extensive knowledge of period performance practices and a PhD in Music History. On March 25 she performs "mad songs" of Henry Purcell with harpsichordist John Bailey, alongside period readings from the famous Bedlam Asylum narrated by Edward Mauger. The concert is at St James Episcopal Church in Lancaster, presented by the Pennsylvania Academy of Music. More information is here, and you can hear our interview with her below.