UC Davis Symphony Orchestra Conductor Christian Baldini is leading Friday night’s annual “Rising Stars of Opera” concert at the Mondavi Center. This year’s featured artist is Julia Bullock, who debuted in the San Francisco Symphony’s  2013 production of “West Side Story.” Balidini has also taken a new role with the San Francisco Symphony as conductor Michael Tilson Thomas’ backup. Baldini will also be guest conducting the San Francisco Symphony’s “Deck the Hall” Holiday concert in early December.

LINKS TO UPCOMING CONCERTS WITH CHRISTIAN BALDINI:

• San Francisco Symphony Dec. 7
• Camellia Symphony Orchestra - Nov. 8 at Sacramento City College
• UCD Symphony Orchestra Nov. 22