An award-winning musical director, he has worked in almost every theatre and concert hall in the LA area, as well as many prestigious concert halls throughout the United States and in Europe. He has had the honor of performing for Kings and Queens, and United States dignitaries, as well as private celebrity functions, presidential candidate fundraisers, and numerous benefits around the world. Some of his favorite memories include being the guest conductor for the Dallas Symphony and the Denver Symphony in concert with singer John Raitt. Others include working with Christina Aguilera, Sandy Duncan, Cybil Shephard, Maureen McGovern, Sally Struthers, Adrianne Barbeau, Jack Jones, Alexis Gershwin, Frank Gorshen, Lorna Luft, and Christine Ebersole. His theatrical experiences have included: Godspell, The Rocky Horror Show, Cabaret, Showboat, Footloose, The Secret Garden, 42nd St., Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Kiss Me Kate, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Little Shop Of Horrors, Jeykll and Hyde (Ovation nominee), Candide, Rags. Steven is a very sought-after arranger, producer, and conductor with numerous recording credits. He has extensive experience in the world of choral music, and is currently the Director of Music Ministries at the Valencia United Methodist Church.
STEVEN APPLEGATE (MUSICAL DIRECTOR)