7pm to 10pm, Puccini's Girl of the Golden West, Calendar: Colligan Events, No location, September 4, 2026

Every Thursday, enjoy an evening of smooth, sophisticated sounds with the Syncopation Jazz Group at Max’s of Burlingame! This talented ensemble brings their unique blend of jazz rh… more Every Thursday, enjoy an evening of smooth, sophisticated sounds with the Syncopation Jazz Group at Max’s of Burlingame! This talented ensemble brings their unique blend of jazz rhythms and melodies to our stage, creating the perfect ambiance for your Thursday night out. Whether you’re indulging in our delicious dining options or sipping on craft cocktails, the Syncopation Jazz Group adds a touch of musical magic to your experience. Join us Thursdays at Max’s for a night of unforgettable live jazz, featuring Leonard York & Dave Schorr…along with leader Michael Bee add Michael McMorrow, Pete Stanwood & Israel “Tio” Pabon. less

Live jazz piano performance at the bar

Discover the music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons at Hammer Theatre Center under the gentle glow of candlelight.

Fever presents Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi

The new season of Chamber Music Sundaes begins with a performance by Trio de Karl

2pm to 5pm, Puccini's Girl of the Golden West, Calendar: Colligan Events, No location, September 6, 2026

Solo Piano

Organ recital performance by Raymond Hawkins, available both in-person and via livestream

ARTZenter Institute is a grant program in partnership with the Contemporary Music Players, encouraging the creation of new music that explores the power and grace of the traditiona… more ARTZenter Institute is a grant program in partnership with the Contemporary Music Players, encouraging the creation of new music that explores the power and grace of the traditional orchestral ensemble. The fund was created by Tony Magee, founder of The Lagunitas Brewing Company of Petaluma, CA, and is committed to creating chamber orchestra workshops, mentorship and performance opportunities for young composers nationwide. The Emerging Composer Completion Grant Program has grown into one of the nation’s largest and most ambitious vehicles in support of new work, with multiple calls-for-scores being announced annually. Featuring the winning composers from ARTZenter’s round of completion grants from January 2026, we present world premiere performances of 4 new compositions for sinfonietta at Brava Theater. less

A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such a… more A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such as your language preference or login information. Those cookies are set by us and called first-party cookies. We also use third-party cookies – which are cookies from a domain different than the domain of the website you are visiting – for our advertising and marketing efforts. More specifically, we use cookies and other tracking technologies for the following purposes: less

Experience the full lineup of live music, theater, and cultural performances featured at the Valley Center for Performing Arts throughout 2026. This showcase offers audiences a loo… more Experience the full lineup of live music, theater, and cultural performances featured at the Valley Center for Performing Arts throughout 2026. This showcase offers audiences a look at the venue's complete schedule of upcoming events and ticket options for the year. less

7pm to 10pm, Puccini's Girl of the Golden West, Calendar: Colligan Events, No location, September 11, 2026

⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in San Francisco. Get your tickets now to disco… more ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in San Francisco. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Juan Gabriel on Strings at Brava Theater Center under the gentle glow of candlelight. less

John Williams Liberty Fanfare Aaron Copland Suite from Billy the Kid (excerpts) Leonard Bernstein Danzon from Fancy Free Richard Hayman Pops Hoe-Down Conducted by Kyle Baldwin Jo… more John Williams Liberty Fanfare Aaron Copland Suite from Billy the Kid (excerpts) Leonard Bernstein Danzon from Fancy Free Richard Hayman Pops Hoe-Down Conducted by Kyle Baldwin John Philip Sousa The Stars and Stripes Forever Join us for Redwood Symphony’s Family Concert!. Kids — and adults — will love this concert, which starts with a Tour of the Orchestra and concludes with a group conducting lesson (free glowing batons for all!) and ten raffle winners conducting the orchestra in a Sousa March! less

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Cambrian Symphony opens its 2026–2027 season with Conjuring the Elements, an evocative program exploring the elemental forces of nature and the power of imagination through music. … more Cambrian Symphony opens its 2026–2027 season with Conjuring the Elements, an evocative program exploring the elemental forces of nature and the power of imagination through music. Under the baton of Thomas Alexander, the orchestra presents a captivating journey through fire, water, earth, and magic in works spanning more than two centuries.The program features acclaimed flutist Ráyo Furuta as soloist in Alexis Aranda's Acqua, a luminous contemporary work that explores the personalities of the zodiac's water signs. The concert also includes the sparkling Overture to Handel's Music for the Royal Fireworks, Beethoven's heroic Overture to The Creatures of Prometheus, Alan Hovhaness's atmospheric And God Created Great Whales, and Paul Dukas's beloved symphonic poem, The Sorcerer's Apprentice, immortalizing a tale of enchantment and runaway magic.Join Cambrian Symphony for an unforgettable evening celebrating the elemental forces that have inspired composers for generations. Admission is free, with a suggested donation of $25 per adult. less

Goldenvoice Presents...

Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic … more Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic masterpiece to life with full orchestral accompaniment. less

| Today's Show: 2pm | | Performances: Sept. 13-27 | Back after twelve years, Opera San José presents a new production of Don Giovanni, Mozart’s dark psychological thriller. Sedu… more | Today's Show: 2pm | | Performances: Sept. 13-27 | Back after twelve years, Opera San José presents a new production of Don Giovanni, Mozart’s dark psychological thriller. Seduction, rebellion and… less

2pm to 5pm, Puccini's Girl Of the Golden West, Calendar: Colligan Events, No location, September 13, 2026

Pianist Kevin Lee Sun is joined by shakuhachi player Daniel De Togni and soprano Wallis Lucas for a program titled 'Look to This Day'. The recital features a diverse repertoire of … more Pianist Kevin Lee Sun is joined by shakuhachi player Daniel De Togni and soprano Wallis Lucas for a program titled 'Look to This Day'. The recital features a diverse repertoire of fantasies and variations, including works by Bach-Busoni, Hyo-shin Na, and Daniel De Togni. less

Temescal String Quartet performing works by Mozart, Ravel, and the US premiere of a Jane O'Leary composition.

A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such a… more A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such as your language preference or login information. Those cookies are set by us and called first-party cookies. We also use third-party cookies – which are cookies from a domain different than the domain of the website you are visiting – for our advertising and marketing efforts. More specifically, we use cookies and other tracking technologies for the following purposes: less

Solo Piano

Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic … more Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic masterpiece to life with full orchestral accompaniment. less

Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic … more Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic masterpiece to life with full orchestral accompaniment. less

Chelsea Wolfe has become one of the most singular artists in the world, moving fluidly between doom metal, folk, industrial, electronic music, and spectral balladry. She has collab… more Chelsea Wolfe has become one of the most singular artists in the world, moving fluidly between doom metal, folk, industrial, electronic music, and spectral balladry. She has collaborated with artists including Deftones' Chino Moreno, Xiu Xiu, and Converge, had her music featured in HBO's Game of Thrones , co-wrote the score for the A24 horror film X with Tyler Bates and turned heads at last year's Ann Demeulemeester show at Paris Fashion Week. Known for building immersive worlds where darkness and beauty are indistinguishable, Wolfe has cultivated a devoted global following through music that explores transformation, spirituality, grief, longing, and the unseen forces that shape our lives. With these new songs and Ghosts arriving in close succession, she opens the door to a new chapter that feels unmistakably her own. less

Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic … more Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic masterpiece to life with full orchestral accompaniment. less

Join the ultimate celebration of heroism as My Hero Academia In Concert brings a decade of unforgettable moments to life! From Deku’s first steps to the thrilling battles, this liv… more Join the ultimate celebration of heroism as My Hero Academia In Concert brings a decade of unforgettable moments to life! From Deku’s first steps to the thrilling battles, this live concert experience immerses fans in the anime’s full eight season journey like never before. Set on stage with a powerful 15-piece live band performing Yuki Hayashi’s iconic score, every note captures the triumph, heartbreak, and heroism of the series. The concert seamlessly blends dynamic music with striking visuals of the anime’s most memorable scenes, creating a fully immersive journey that puts fans in the heart of the action. less

Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic … more Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic masterpiece to life with full orchestral accompaniment. less

Overview Conductor David Afkham and the San Francisco Symphony explore the musical orbit of Robert and Clara Schumann. Robert’s Fourth Symphony begins with a catchy rising-and-fall… more Overview Conductor David Afkham and the San Francisco Symphony explore the musical orbit of Robert and Clara Schumann. Robert’s Fourth Symphony begins with a catchy rising-and-falling figure, the “Clara theme,” derived from one of his beloved bride’s own piano compositions. The theme appears throughout the symphony, which he presented to her on her 22nd birthday. Johannes Brahms’s Piano Concerto No. 1 is both an elegy for Robert and a tender portrait of Clara, whom Brahms once described as “going to the concert hall like a priestess to the altar.” You won’t want to miss the visionary soloist Garrick Ohlsson, who shares her disciplined devotion. Inspired by Ludwig van Beethoven, Unsuk Chin’s subito con forza pronounces itself forcefully and without reservation, painting with the bold brush strokes of the avant-garde. less

A popular monthly series of free noon-time concerts at the Downtown Branch. Pieces and performers vary from month to month. Bring your lunch and enjoy some music!

Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic … more Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic masterpiece to life with full orchestral accompaniment. less

Overview Conductor David Afkham and the San Francisco Symphony explore the musical orbit of Robert and Clara Schumann. Robert’s Fourth Symphony begins with a catchy rising-and-fall… more Overview Conductor David Afkham and the San Francisco Symphony explore the musical orbit of Robert and Clara Schumann. Robert’s Fourth Symphony begins with a catchy rising-and-falling figure, the “Clara theme,” derived from one of his beloved bride’s own piano compositions. The theme appears throughout the symphony, which he presented to her on her 22nd birthday. Johannes Brahms’s Piano Concerto No. 1 is both an elegy for Robert and a tender portrait of Clara, whom Brahms once described as “going to the concert hall like a priestess to the altar.” You won’t want to miss the visionary soloist Garrick Ohlsson, who shares her disciplined devotion. Inspired by Ludwig van Beethoven, Unsuk Chin’s subito con forza pronounces itself forcefully and without reservation, painting with the bold brush strokes of the avant-garde. less

Kick off the season with music that looks toward the future. Left Coast Chamber Ensemble celebrates a new generation of composers with its Pathways Program, featuring world premier… more Kick off the season with music that looks toward the future. Left Coast Chamber Ensemble celebrates a new generation of composers with its Pathways Program, featuring world premieres from emerging artists alongside Paul Novak’s impossible inventions, winner of Left Coast’s 2025 Composition Contest. The program also includes Thea Musgrave ’s atmospheric In the Still of the Night and Mendelssohn ’s radiant String Quartet No. 1 in E-flat major —pairing youthful experimentation and fresh musical voices with the brilliance of a beloved chamber music masterwork. less

Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic … more Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic masterpiece to life with full orchestral accompaniment. less

Award-winning harpist Noël Wan presents her solo program, 'Les fleurs du mal,' which pairs late Romantic compositions with exquisite 21st-century works. Through her unique artistic… more Award-winning harpist Noël Wan presents her solo program, 'Les fleurs du mal,' which pairs late Romantic compositions with exquisite 21st-century works. Through her unique artistic voice, she conjures a tangled, efflorescent world of decadence and beauty on the harp. less

Marcio Candido on violin performing Johann Sebastian Bach.

| Today's Show: 2pm | | Performances: Sept. 13-18 | Back after twelve years, Opera San José presents a new production of Don Giovanni, Mozart’s dark psychological thriller. Sedu… more | Today's Show: 2pm | | Performances: Sept. 13-18 | Back after twelve years, Opera San José presents a new production of Don Giovanni, Mozart’s dark psychological thriller. Seduction, rebellion and… less

A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such a… more A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such as your language preference or login information. Those cookies are set by us and called first-party cookies. We also use third-party cookies – which are cookies from a domain different than the domain of the website you are visiting – for our advertising and marketing efforts. More specifically, we use cookies and other tracking technologies for the following purposes: less

Kick off the season with music that looks toward the future. Left Coast Chamber Ensemble celebrates a new generation of composers with its Pathways Program, featuring world premier… more Kick off the season with music that looks toward the future. Left Coast Chamber Ensemble celebrates a new generation of composers with its Pathways Program, featuring world premieres from emerging artists alongside Paul Novak’s impossible inventions, winner of Left Coast’s 2025 Composition Contest. The program also includes Thea Musgrave ’s atmospheric In the Still of the Night and Mendelssohn ’s radiant String Quartet No. 1 in E-flat major —pairing youthful experimentation and fresh musical voices with the brilliance of a beloved chamber music masterwork. less

Formed in 1988, the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra has been the standard bearer of the large group format for over 35 years. The 14-piece assemblage of virtuosos has contemporize… more Formed in 1988, the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra has been the standard bearer of the large group format for over 35 years. The 14-piece assemblage of virtuosos has contemporized the notion of a "big band” by simultaneously honoring the rich heritage of Duke Ellington and Louis Armstrong while debuting a stunning variety of commissions from jazz’s greatest names including Joe Henderson, Christian McBride, Freddie Hubbard, Joe Lovano, and Wynton Marsalis. Assembled as an outgrowth of the Lincoln Center’s Classical Jazz series, the orchestra was originally directed by composer, arranger, and Duke Ellington scholar David Berger before Wynton Marsalis became Artistic Director in 1991, issuing their debut release Portraits by Ellington the following year. Since then, the orchestra has constantly toured the world as cultural ambassadors for the music and released no less than 45 albums including Wynton Marsalis’s 1997 jazz oratorio Blood on the Fields , winning the first Pulitzer Prize for Music ever awarded to a jazz ensemble. Featuring a stellar lineup including saxophonist Sherman Irby , trumpeters Ryan Kisor and Marcus Printup, and former SFJAZZ Collective drummer Obed Calvaire , the band performs a selection of timeless compositions highlighting the power of swing. Please note that Wynton Marsalis will not be performing at this concert. less

A 2011 NEA Jazz Master and arguably the most famous jazz musician alive, trumpeter Wynton Marsalis is an iconic figure in the evolution of the art form and a tireless advocate for … more A 2011 NEA Jazz Master and arguably the most famous jazz musician alive, trumpeter Wynton Marsalis is an iconic figure in the evolution of the art form and a tireless advocate for jazz as America’s classical music. On this bittersweet occasion, he returns for his final Bay Area appearances with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra before he steps down after the 2026-27 Season. From his New Orleans beginnings and fiery debut with legendary drummer Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers to his string of acclaimed albums, Marsalis has amassed an unrivaled number of awards and accolades, including nine GRAMMYs and the Pulitzer Prize for Music, the first ever awarded to a jazz artist. Since 1988, he led the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, a 15-piece assemblage of virtuosos which has contemporized the notion of a "big band," simultaneously honoring the rich heritage of Duke Ellington and Louis Armstrong while debuting a stunning variety of commissions from illustrious names including Joe Henderson, Christian McBride, Freddie Hubbard, Joe Lovano and of course, Wynton himself. With these farewell performances, the 2022 SFJAZZ Gala honoree turns this page in his artistic evolution in grand style, appearing one last time on the Miner stage with the greatest large jazz ensemble on earth. Don’t miss it! less

Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic … more Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic masterpiece to life with full orchestral accompaniment. less

Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic … more Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic masterpiece to life with full orchestral accompaniment. less

Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic … more Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic masterpiece to life with full orchestral accompaniment. less

Golden Pointe U.S. Thursday, September 24 at 7:00 p.m. Swan Lake: Symphony of Lights is the landmark new production of the upcoming season. Tchaikovsky’s iconic score opens the d… more Golden Pointe U.S. Thursday, September 24 at 7:00 p.m. Swan Lake: Symphony of Lights is the landmark new production of the upcoming season. Tchaikovsky’s iconic score opens the door to an entirely reimagined world: vivid light design, illuminated costumes, and world-class dancers from around the globe transform the classic ballet into a mesmerizing visual experience. This is more than a performance — it’s an immersion into a story of love and magic, told through light, movement, and music. Each act unfolds like a living art installation, where timeless tradition meets bold contemporary design. Discover Swan Lake in a whole new light — a legend reborn with breathtaking imagery and emotional power. This performance is 2 hours long, including one 20 minute intermission, and is appropriate for all ages. MainStage | Reserved Regular: $57 / $45 Youth (12 and under): $50 / $41 Ticket price includes $3 Facility Use Fee less

A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such a… more A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such as your language preference or login information. Those cookies are set by us and called first-party cookies. We also use third-party cookies – which are cookies from a domain different than the domain of the website you are visiting – for our advertising and marketing efforts. More specifically, we use cookies and other tracking technologies for the following purposes: less

An evening with renowned pianist Sarah Cahill, and guest Regina Myers, tracing a century of playful invention, from Darius Milhaud's wit to the restless imaginations of Lou Harriso… more An evening with renowned pianist Sarah Cahill, and guest Regina Myers, tracing a century of playful invention, from Darius Milhaud's wit to the restless imaginations of Lou Harrison, Pauline Oliveros, and the Bay Area's new music vanguard. less

Berkeley Symphony Orchestra performs the live score for the North American premiere of Christopher Wheeldon's 'Oscar'. This full-length ballet, performed by The Australian Ballet, … more Berkeley Symphony Orchestra performs the live score for the North American premiere of Christopher Wheeldon's 'Oscar'. This full-length ballet, performed by The Australian Ballet, explores the life and literary legacy of Oscar Wilde, blending his biography with characters from his most famous works. less

Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic … more Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic masterpiece to life with full orchestral accompaniment. less

A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such a… more A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such as your language preference or login information. Those cookies are set by us and called first-party cookies. We also use third-party cookies – which are cookies from a domain different than the domain of the website you are visiting – for our advertising and marketing efforts. More specifically, we use cookies and other tracking technologies for the following purposes: less

Inspired by the legacy and lore of one of literature's most extraordinary minds, Christopher Wheeldon's visionary ballet blends awe-inspiring choreography with the story of Oscar W… more Inspired by the legacy and lore of one of literature's most extraordinary minds, Christopher Wheeldon's visionary ballet blends awe-inspiring choreography with the story of Oscar Wilde. Joby Talbot's lush orchestral score is performed live by the Berkeley Symphony Orchestra. less

Saturday Sep 26 8:00 PM Interm… more Saturday Sep 26 8:00 PM Intermission Reception 2026/27 Season, Donor Events Thank you $1000+ donor and VIP supporters! Please join us for a Donor Reception in the Encore Room, 3rd floor, Lesher Center for the Arts. Grab drinks to-go in the 30 minutes before the show, and mingle with Symphony VIPs at intermission. Details less

Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic … more Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic masterpiece to life with full orchestral accompaniment. less

Enjoy the concert from very comfortable, high off the ground, queen air mattress outfitted with a luxurious mattress topper, high quality linens, pillows, and bedding. Perfect for … more Enjoy the concert from very comfortable, high off the ground, queen air mattress outfitted with a luxurious mattress topper, high quality linens, pillows, and bedding. Perfect for two people. $2500 per bed. ​Includes: -​Queen bed with complete bedding -Welcome tea or hot chocolate ​-Signed concert poster by all orchestra members and conductor ​-Midnight snacks ​-Morning coffee, tea, fruit, and pastry -8½ hours of live orchestra music 🎶 ​As a VIP patron, your ticket helps subsidize our event, making COCOON accessible to more attendees. $2000 of your $2500 ticket is tax deductible. Thank you for supporting experimental arts and music in San Francisco! less

Ezequiel Barrera, Mexican Pianist & Composer w/ Carl Blake, piano

Overview Oakland native and multi-Grammy Award-winning artist Fantastic Negrito joins the San Francisco Symphony for a striking collaboration that brings his bold, genre-defying so… more Overview Oakland native and multi-Grammy Award-winning artist Fantastic Negrito joins the San Francisco Symphony for a striking collaboration that brings his bold, genre-defying sound into a symphonic setting. Drawing from blues, soul, rock, and deeply personal storytelling, his music balances grit and grace, joy and resilience. The performance also marks the 10-year anniversary of Fantastic Negrito’s breakout Tiny Desk Concerts appearance, the moment that introduced his voice to a global audience. Reimaged with a full orchestra, his songs expand in color and dimension, intimate yet powerful, grounded yet expansive. Join us for a shared celebration of artistic freedom, lived experience, and the transformative power of sound. less

Inspired by the legacy and lore of one of literature's most extraordinary minds, Christopher Wheeldon's visionary ballet blends awe-inspiring choreography with the story of Oscar W… more Inspired by the legacy and lore of one of literature's most extraordinary minds, Christopher Wheeldon's visionary ballet blends awe-inspiring choreography with the story of Oscar Wilde. Joby Talbot's lush orchestral score is performed live by the Berkeley Symphony Orchestra. less

Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic … more Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic masterpiece to life with full orchestral accompaniment. less

Sunday Sep 27 4:30 PM Intermis… more Sunday Sep 27 4:30 PM Intermission Reception 2026/27 Season, Donor Events Thank you $1000+ donor and VIP supporters! Please join us for a Donor Reception in the Encore Room, 3rd floor, Lesher Center for the Arts. Grab drinks to-go in the 30 minutes before the show, and mingle with Symphony VIPs at intermission. Details less

Festival Opera performance.

| Today's Show: 2pm | | Performances: Sept. 13-18 | Back after twelve years, Opera San José presents a new production of Don Giovanni, Mozart’s dark psychological thriller. Sedu… more | Today's Show: 2pm | | Performances: Sept. 13-18 | Back after twelve years, Opera San José presents a new production of Don Giovanni, Mozart’s dark psychological thriller. Seduction, rebellion and… less

Monthly meeting of the Etude Club includes a live performance of classical music

After mesmerizing audiences across Europe and the UK, The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight is set to electrify the USA once again. Prepare for a spellbinding spectacle that infuses ic… more After mesmerizing audiences across Europe and the UK, The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight is set to electrify the USA once again. Prepare for a spellbinding spectacle that infuses iconic rock and metal anthems with a hauntingly beautiful energy. In ethereal candlelit settings, this band of 14 classical musicians unleash effortlessly enchanting melodies alongside powerful walls of distortion. Witness the unexpected union of classical music and metal. Performing the music of iconic bands including: Metallica, AC/DC, Rolling Stones, Rage Against The Machine, My Chemical Romance, Linkin' Park, SOAD, Guns N Roses, Evanescence, Papa Roach, The Cranberries and more! less

Date:  Tue, 09/29/2026 - 7:30pm - 9:00pm

Overview A delectable double dose of Richard Strauss, administered by two of his greatest living interpreters, soprano Renée Fleming and debuting guest conductor Santtu-Matias Rouv… more Overview A delectable double dose of Richard Strauss, administered by two of his greatest living interpreters, soprano Renée Fleming and debuting guest conductor Santtu-Matias Rouvali. In the late-life cycle Four Last Songs, Strauss bids a tender farewell to his life in music. Along the way, he pays tribute to Pauline, his diva-soprano spouse, as well as his horn-playing father—radiant French horn solos grace each of the songs. Ein Heldenleben, the irony-infused symphonic poem that Strauss wrote in his mid-30s, is an impassioned portrait of human successes and failures, told with a flair for the dramatic. less

Get a behind-the-scenes look as the Santa Cruz Symphony rehearses an all-American orchestral program. This working rehearsal offers music lovers a casual, intimate glimpse into the… more Get a behind-the-scenes look as the Santa Cruz Symphony rehearses an all-American orchestral program. This working rehearsal offers music lovers a casual, intimate glimpse into the preparation of the concert. less

When was the last time you witnessed strings, horns and piano at a Hip-Hop concert? Add to that, a party-rocking DJ, a soul-stirring female vocalist, and a fire-breathing MC, and t… more When was the last time you witnessed strings, horns and piano at a Hip-Hop concert? Add to that, a party-rocking DJ, a soul-stirring female vocalist, and a fire-breathing MC, and that is still but a fraction of what you'll see when you catch Thee Phantom & The Illharmonic Orchestra in action! Combining the raw energy and passion of Hip-Hop with the beautiful sounds of orchestral accompaniment, The Illharmonic is just the 3rd Hip-Hop group to headline their own performance at the famed Carnegie Hall. After a sold out performance at the Curran Theatre in 2025, The Illharmonic is returning to San Francisco for one night only. less

Overview A beloved San Francisco icon, Michael Tilson Thomas redefined the San Francisco Symphony during his extraordinary 25-year tenure as Music Director. In a one-of-a-kind even… more Overview A beloved San Francisco icon, Michael Tilson Thomas redefined the San Francisco Symphony during his extraordinary 25-year tenure as Music Director. In a one-of-a-kind event, MTT’s longtime friends and artistic collaborators—including Yuja Wang, Jean-Yves Thibaudet, Sasha Cooke, Audra McDonald, Edwin Outwater, Teddy Abrams, and other distinguished guests—join the San Francisco Symphony and Chorus in a concert celebrating his life and legacy. less

The Santa Cruz Symphony presents a concert celebrating the rich and diverse landscape of American orchestral music. Enjoy a dynamic evening highlighting iconic classics and contemp… more The Santa Cruz Symphony presents a concert celebrating the rich and diverse landscape of American orchestral music. Enjoy a dynamic evening highlighting iconic classics and contemporary American masterworks. less

Celebrate 250 years of the American spirit with music that reflects the nation's past, present, and promise. Aaron Copland's Billy the Kid has become synonymous with the American W… more Celebrate 250 years of the American spirit with music that reflects the nation's past, present, and promise. Aaron Copland's Billy the Kid has become synonymous with the American West. Pianist Joyce Yang delivers the Bay-area premiere of Jonathan Leshnoff's Rhapsody on America. Antonín Dvořák's greatest work, his New World Symphony, remains a profound reflection of cultural identity, hope, and discovery. less

Celebrate 35 years of one of the most iconic video game franchises of all time: Sonic the Hedgehog. This new concert experience brings together, live on stage, the most iconic mus… more Celebrate 35 years of one of the most iconic video game franchises of all time: Sonic the Hedgehog. This new concert experience brings together, live on stage, the most iconic music and incredibl… less

| Performances: Oct. 3-4 | Celebrate 250 years of the American spirit with music that reflects the nation’s past, present, and promise. Aaron Copland’s Billy the Kid has becom… more | Performances: Oct. 3-4 | Celebrate 250 years of the American spirit with music that reflects the nation’s past, present, and promise. Aaron Copland’s Billy the Kid has become synonymous with th… less

Overview A delectable double dose of Richard Strauss, administered by two of his greatest living interpreters, soprano Renée Fleming and debuting guest conductor Santtu-Matias Rouv… more Overview A delectable double dose of Richard Strauss, administered by two of his greatest living interpreters, soprano Renée Fleming and debuting guest conductor Santtu-Matias Rouvali. In the late-life cycle Four Last Songs, Strauss bids a tender farewell to his life in music. Along the way, he pays tribute to Pauline, his diva-soprano spouse, as well as his horn-playing father—radiant French horn solos grace each of the songs. Ein Heldenleben, the irony-infused symphonic poem that Strauss wrote in his mid-30s, is an impassioned portrait of human successes and failures, told with a flair for the dramatic. less

The Santa Cruz Symphony presents a concert celebrating the rich and diverse landscape of American orchestral music. Enjoy a dynamic evening highlighting iconic classics and contemp… more The Santa Cruz Symphony presents a concert celebrating the rich and diverse landscape of American orchestral music. Enjoy a dynamic evening highlighting iconic classics and contemporary American masterworks. less

Celebrate 250 years of the American spirit with music that reflects the nation's past, present, and promise. Aaron Copland's Billy the Kid has become synonymous with the American W… more Celebrate 250 years of the American spirit with music that reflects the nation's past, present, and promise. Aaron Copland's Billy the Kid has become synonymous with the American West. Pianist Joyce Yang delivers the Bay-area premiere of Jonathan Leshnoff's Rhapsody on America. Antonín Dvořák's greatest work, his New World Symphony, remains a profound reflection of cultural identity, hope, and discovery. less

The rising star performs a program of immense technical and emotional range pairing Mozart’s Sonata in A minor with two works by Liszt. Learn More

Symphony San Jose presents a program celebrating American musical heritage, headlined by Antonín Dvořák's Symphony No. 9 ("From the New World") at the California Theatre.

Presented by Stanford Live - Classical

Overview A delectable double dose of Richard Strauss, administered by two of his greatest living interpreters, soprano Renée Fleming and debuting guest conductor Santtu-Matias Rouv… more Overview A delectable double dose of Richard Strauss, administered by two of his greatest living interpreters, soprano Renée Fleming and debuting guest conductor Santtu-Matias Rouvali. In the late-life cycle Four Last Songs, Strauss bids a tender farewell to his life in music. Along the way, he pays tribute to Pauline, his diva-soprano spouse, as well as his horn-playing father—radiant French horn solos grace each of the songs. Ein Heldenleben, the irony-infused symphonic poem that Strauss wrote in his mid-30s, is an impassioned portrait of human successes and failures, told with a flair for the dramatic. less

A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such a… more A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such as your language preference or login information. Those cookies are set by us and called first-party cookies. We also use third-party cookies – which are cookies from a domain different than the domain of the website you are visiting – for our advertising and marketing efforts. More specifically, we use cookies and other tracking technologies for the following purposes: less

Organ recital performance by Jeremy Bruns, available both in-person and via livestream

Experience the ground-breaking, cult classic, The Terminator , on the big screen while Brad Fiedel ’s signature synthesizer-led, percussive score is performed live in-sync with the… more Experience the ground-breaking, cult classic, The Terminator , on the big screen while Brad Fiedel ’s signature synthesizer-led, percussive score is performed live in-sync with the 1984 motion picture. The US box-office smash-hit, The Terminator sees Arnold Schwarzenegger star as the most uncompromising killing machine ever to threaten the survival of mankind. An indestructible cyborg, a Terminator, is sent back in time to kill Sarah Connor (Linda Hamilton), the woman whose unborn son will become humanity's only hope in a future war against the machines. This epic sci-fi thriller from director, James Cameron , delivers an arsenal of action and heart-stopping suspense right to the end. less

Overview Conductor Karina Canellakis leads a trio of thrilling works that demonstrate the world-building power of the modern orchestra. Victoria Borisova-Ollas’s 2003 tone poem The… more Overview Conductor Karina Canellakis leads a trio of thrilling works that demonstrate the world-building power of the modern orchestra. Victoria Borisova-Ollas’s 2003 tone poem The Kingdom of Silence evokes a vibrant realm of mystery and magic. Scottish violinist Nicola Benedetti brings her signature passion and precision to Prokofiev’s Violin Concerto No. 2, a boldly cosmopolitan showpiece that boasts traditional Russian folk tunes as well as clickety-clackety castanets and other Spanish signifiers. Symphonic Dances, the ailing Rachmaninoff’s spectacular swan song, represents the composer’s late period at its opulent best. Rich in eccentric colors, it conjures up entire galaxies of expression. less

Join us for our season opener featuring First Church organist Elizabeth Forsyth, joined by friends and family for a concert that promises fun and beauty in equal measure! Come and… more Join us for our season opener featuring First Church organist Elizabeth Forsyth, joined by friends and family for a concert that promises fun and beauty in equal measure! Come and hear classical favorites, including the "Flower Duet" from Lakmé and the Fauré Élegie for cello. First Church Director of Music Derek Tam will join Elizabeth at the chamber organ, the piano, and First Church's iconic 4,873-pipe Petty-Madden organ for music from the movie Interstellar, a concerto for two organs by Giovanni Bernardo Zucchinetti, and a rousing rendition of Sousa's "The Stars and Stripes Forever" in honor of our nation's 250th anniversary. You'll leave humming the tunes from the cheekily entertaining "Instant Concert" by Porter Heaps! less

Leonard Bernstein Danzon from Fancy Free Aaron Copland Suite from Billy the Kid Jennifer Higdon Blue Cathedral Conducted by Kyle Baldwin Sergei Rachmaninoff Rhapsody on a Theme b… more Leonard Bernstein Danzon from Fancy Free Aaron Copland Suite from Billy the Kid Jennifer Higdon Blue Cathedral Conducted by Kyle Baldwin Sergei Rachmaninoff Rhapsody on a Theme by Paganini Julia Greer, piano Copland’s rip-roarin’ score of Billy the Kid delightfully captures the thrills, narrow escapes, gun fights, and barroom brawls of the original ballet’s story.  In another ballet a few years later, his friend Leonard Bernstein captured the optimism and energy of wartime New York City: “a helluva town.”  Jennifer Higdon’s moving memorial to her brother, Blue Cathedral, is a delicate masterpiece and her most popular work. Rachmaninoff’s dazzling Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, written after he had emigrated to America, closes the concert with virtuoso brilliance–and a parting wink. less

Step into the Other World. Coraline in Concert is a spellbinding new global touring film concert featuring a live symphony orchestra performing every haunting note of Bruno Coulais… more Step into the Other World. Coraline in Concert is a spellbinding new global touring film concert featuring a live symphony orchestra performing every haunting note of Bruno Coulais’ acclaimed score live to picture. Directed by visionary filmmaker Henry Selick and conducted by James Olmstead , Coraline comes to life like never before on a towering screen, with the music adding even deeper magic and mystery to this stop-motion classic. Coraline in Concert is an unforgettable cinematic and symphonic event for fans of all ages, providing the opportunity to revisit this beloved film based on Neil Gaiman ’s 2002 children’s novel, or to introduce it to a new audience. Guests are encouraged to dress up as their favorite Coraline character. less

Overview Conductor Karina Canellakis leads a trio of thrilling works that demonstrate the world-building power of the modern orchestra. Victoria Borisova-Ollas’s 2003 tone poem The… more Overview Conductor Karina Canellakis leads a trio of thrilling works that demonstrate the world-building power of the modern orchestra. Victoria Borisova-Ollas’s 2003 tone poem The Kingdom of Silence evokes a vibrant realm of mystery and magic. Scottish violinist Nicola Benedetti brings her signature passion and precision to Prokofiev’s Violin Concerto No. 2, a boldly cosmopolitan showpiece that boasts traditional Russian folk tunes as well as clickety-clackety castanets and other Spanish signifiers. Symphonic Dances, the ailing Rachmaninoff’s spectacular swan song, represents the composer’s late period at its opulent best. Rich in eccentric colors, it conjures up entire galaxies of expression. less

The Grammy-winning quartet unites with pianist Jeremy Denk in a recital featuring Franck’s Piano Quintet in F minor plus works by Mendelssohn and Lena Frank. Learn More

Overview Conductor Karina Canellakis leads a trio of thrilling works that demonstrate the world-building power of the modern orchestra. Victoria Borisova-Ollas’s 2003 tone poem The… more Overview Conductor Karina Canellakis leads a trio of thrilling works that demonstrate the world-building power of the modern orchestra. Victoria Borisova-Ollas’s 2003 tone poem The Kingdom of Silence evokes a vibrant realm of mystery and magic. Scottish violinist Nicola Benedetti brings her signature passion and precision to Prokofiev’s Violin Concerto No. 2, a boldly cosmopolitan showpiece that boasts traditional Russian folk tunes as well as clickety-clackety castanets and other Spanish signifiers. Symphonic Dances, the ailing Rachmaninoff’s spectacular swan song, represents the composer’s late period at its opulent best. Rich in eccentric colors, it conjures up entire galaxies of expression. less

A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such a… more A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such as your language preference or login information. Those cookies are set by us and called first-party cookies. We also use third-party cookies – which are cookies from a domain different than the domain of the website you are visiting – for our advertising and marketing efforts. More specifically, we use cookies and other tracking technologies for the following purposes: less

A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such a… more A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such as your language preference or login information. Those cookies are set by us and called first-party cookies. We also use third-party cookies – which are cookies from a domain different than the domain of the website you are visiting – for our advertising and marketing efforts. More specifically, we use cookies and other tracking technologies for the following purposes: less

The 2026-2027 Season Opening concert, 'Defiance', features works that explore themes of resistance and creative freedom. The program includes Anthony Davis's 'Prison Aria' from the… more The 2026-2027 Season Opening concert, 'Defiance', features works that explore themes of resistance and creative freedom. The program includes Anthony Davis's 'Prison Aria' from the opera Malcolm X, Karim Al-Zand's Lamentations on the Disaster of War, a medley of songs by Elaine Brown, Tracy Chapman, and Lauryn Hill, and Dmitri Shostakovich's Symphony No. 11, 'The Year 1905'. less

Overview Dvořák wrote his Eighth Symphony at his summer home in southern Bohemia, where he hiked, listened to the birds, and felt the sun and wind on his skin. This music revels in… more Overview Dvořák wrote his Eighth Symphony at his summer home in southern Bohemia, where he hiked, listened to the birds, and felt the sun and wind on his skin. This music revels in the pleasures and mysteries of the natural world, the cycle of life that sustains us. Cellist Pablo Ferrández joins conductor Xian Zhang and the San Francisco Symphony for Tchaikovsky’s Rococo Variations, a poignant evocation of Mozartian order and beauty—a lost world Tchaikovsky longed to inhabit. Composed in 1933, Dances of Galánta rearranges and reinvents the Roma folk music that Kodály first heard in Galánta, the tiny railway town where he spent seven happy years as a child. less

Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic … more Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic masterpiece to life with full orchestral accompaniment. less

Overview Dvořák wrote his Eighth Symphony at his summer home in southern Bohemia, where he hiked, listened to the birds, and felt the sun and wind on his skin. This music revels in… more Overview Dvořák wrote his Eighth Symphony at his summer home in southern Bohemia, where he hiked, listened to the birds, and felt the sun and wind on his skin. This music revels in the pleasures and mysteries of the natural world, the cycle of life that sustains us. Cellist Pablo Ferrández joins conductor Xian Zhang and the San Francisco Symphony for Tchaikovsky’s Rococo Variations, a poignant evocation of Mozartian order and beauty—a lost world Tchaikovsky longed to inhabit. Composed in 1933, Dances of Galánta rearranges and reinvents the Roma folk music that Kodály first heard in Galánta, the tiny railway town where he spent seven happy years as a child. less

The living legend of American music returns with a retrospective concert paying tribute to her six-decade career––"a lovely trip down memory lane" (Toronto Guardian). Learn More

Overview Dvořák wrote his Eighth Symphony at his summer home in southern Bohemia, where he hiked, listened to the birds, and felt the sun and wind on his skin. This music revels in… more Overview Dvořák wrote his Eighth Symphony at his summer home in southern Bohemia, where he hiked, listened to the birds, and felt the sun and wind on his skin. This music revels in the pleasures and mysteries of the natural world, the cycle of life that sustains us. Cellist Pablo Ferrández joins conductor Xian Zhang and the San Francisco Symphony for Tchaikovsky’s Rococo Variations, a poignant evocation of Mozartian order and beauty—a lost world Tchaikovsky longed to inhabit. Composed in 1933, Dances of Galánta rearranges and reinvents the Roma folk music that Kodály first heard in Galánta, the tiny railway town where he spent seven happy years as a child. less

A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such a… more A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such as your language preference or login information. Those cookies are set by us and called first-party cookies. We also use third-party cookies – which are cookies from a domain different than the domain of the website you are visiting – for our advertising and marketing efforts. More specifically, we use cookies and other tracking technologies for the following purposes: less

Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic … more Relive the epic adventure on the big screen as Symphony San Jose performs John Williams's iconic, Oscar-winning score live. This special concert event brings the beloved cinematic masterpiece to life with full orchestral accompaniment. less

Overview Joe Hisaishi conducts the SF Symphony-commissioned West Coast premiere of his Concerto for Orchestra, as well as additional contemporary works to be announced. Hisaishi, a… more Overview Joe Hisaishi conducts the SF Symphony-commissioned West Coast premiere of his Concerto for Orchestra, as well as additional contemporary works to be announced. Hisaishi, a composer, conductor, and pianist, has established himself as a formidable force in contemporary music for his delicately crafted symphonic and solo works, as well as his globally successful film music. His credits include 12 enchanting, animated Studio Ghibli films, including Hayao Miyazaki’s Oscar-winning works, as well as being the Composer-in-Association of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Composer in Focus of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and Composer in Residence for the Philadelphia Orchestra. These performances mark Hisaishi’s return to the San Francisco Symphony following four sold-out performances of his music in September 2024. This concert is presented without film. less

The magic dance continues. On the heels of a successful global tour to nearly 100 cities, Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert returns in fall 2026 to visit more than 60 North Americ… more The magic dance continues. On the heels of a successful global tour to nearly 100 cities, Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert returns in fall 2026 to visit more than 60 North America cities. An unf… less

Overview Joe Hisaishi conducts the SF Symphony-commissioned West Coast premiere of his Concerto for Orchestra, as well as additional contemporary works to be announced. Hisaishi, a… more Overview Joe Hisaishi conducts the SF Symphony-commissioned West Coast premiere of his Concerto for Orchestra, as well as additional contemporary works to be announced. Hisaishi, a composer, conductor, and pianist, has established himself as a formidable force in contemporary music for his delicately crafted symphonic and solo works, as well as his globally successful film music. His credits include 12 enchanting, animated Studio Ghibli films, including Hayao Miyazaki’s Oscar-winning works, as well as being the Composer-in-Association of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Composer in Focus of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and Composer in Residence for the Philadelphia Orchestra. These performances mark Hisaishi’s return to the San Francisco Symphony following four sold-out performances of his music in September 2024. This concert is presented without film. less

This Halloween, Conductor Peter Jaffe and Symphony San Jose summon music's most legendary champions, as well as some deliciously dangerous foes. From bold, triumphant themes that c… more This Halloween, Conductor Peter Jaffe and Symphony San Jose summon music's most legendary champions, as well as some deliciously dangerous foes. From bold, triumphant themes that celebrate courage and hope, to dark, thrilling scores that revel in mischief and menace, this spine-tingling concert brings the eternal battle between heroes and villains to life in full symphonic splendor. less

_____ Saturday, September 26, 2026, 7:30PM ~ “NORTHERN LIGHT” Soloist: Jon Nakamatsu, piano Hammer Theatre Center – 101 Paseo De San Antonio , San Jose Jon Nakamatsu, piano Emily M… more _____ Saturday, September 26, 2026, 7:30PM ~ “NORTHERN LIGHT” Soloist: Jon Nakamatsu, piano Hammer Theatre Center – 101 Paseo De San Antonio , San Jose Jon Nakamatsu, piano Emily Mayer Faust Overture, Op. 46 Edvard Grieg Piano concerto in A minor, Op. 16 Jon Nakamatsu, Piano Jean Sibelius Symphony N. 3 in C major, Op. 52 Side By Side: Fremont High School Click here for more information about Jon Nakamatsu Notes from the Conductor This program brings together three composers who each stood at important moments of artistic change within European musical life. Emilie Mayer, Edvard Grieg, and Jean Sibelius all sought to shape distinctive musical voices while balancing the traditions of German Romanticism with growing ideas of national identity and individual expression. Their careers reflect a period in which composers increasingly looked beyond established cultural centers and embraced the landscapes, literature, and traditions of their own countries as sources of inspiration. At the same time, each composer faced the challenge of creating music that could honor inherited forms while speaking in a fresh and personal language. Heard together, these works reveal a broad cultural movement toward greater individuality, clarity, and emotional directness in orchestral music. They also highlight the diversity of voices that contributed to the development of the symphonic tradition at the turn of the twentieth century, reminding audiences that innovation in music often emerges through the blending of tradition, imagination, and national character. _______ Saturday, October 24, 2026, 7:30PM ~ “SUNLIGHT AND DANCE” Soloist: Pepe Romero, guitar Hammer Theatre Center – 101 Paseo De San Antonio , San Jose Pepe Romero, guitar Juan Crisóstomo Arriaga Los Esclavos Felices Obertura Claude Debussy / Orch. Hubert Mouton Rêverie (Daydream) Joaquín Rodrigo Concierto de Aranjuez Pepe Romero, guitar Darius Milhaud Le Boeuf sur le toit, Op. 58 (The Ox on the Roof) Alberto Ginastera Ballet Suit less

Beethoven Leonore Overture No. 3 Mozart Clarinet Concerto Geoffrey Burr, clarinet Dvořák Symphony No. 7

| Performances: Oct. 24-25 | This Halloween, Conductor Peter Jaffe and Symphony San Jose summon music’s most legendary champions, as well as some deliciously dangerous foes. Fr… more | Performances: Oct. 24-25 | This Halloween, Conductor Peter Jaffe and Symphony San Jose summon music’s most legendary champions, as well as some deliciously dangerous foes. From bold, triumphant … less

A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such a… more A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such as your language preference or login information. Those cookies are set by us and called first-party cookies. We also use third-party cookies – which are cookies from a domain different than the domain of the website you are visiting – for our advertising and marketing efforts. More specifically, we use cookies and other tracking technologies for the following purposes: less

Overview Joe Hisaishi conducts the SF Symphony-commissioned West Coast premiere of his Concerto for Orchestra, as well as additional contemporary works to be announced. Hisaishi, a… more Overview Joe Hisaishi conducts the SF Symphony-commissioned West Coast premiere of his Concerto for Orchestra, as well as additional contemporary works to be announced. Hisaishi, a composer, conductor, and pianist, has established himself as a formidable force in contemporary music for his delicately crafted symphonic and solo works, as well as his globally successful film music. His credits include 12 enchanting, animated Studio Ghibli films, including Hayao Miyazaki’s Oscar-winning works, as well as being the Composer-in-Association of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Composer in Focus of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and Composer in Residence for the Philadelphia Orchestra. These performances mark Hisaishi’s return to the San Francisco Symphony following four sold-out performances of his music in September 2024. This concert is presented without film. less

This Halloween, Conductor Peter Jaffe and Symphony San Jose summon music's most legendary champions, as well as some deliciously dangerous foes. From bold, triumphant themes that c… more This Halloween, Conductor Peter Jaffe and Symphony San Jose summon music's most legendary champions, as well as some deliciously dangerous foes. From bold, triumphant themes that celebrate courage and hope, to dark, thrilling scores that revel in mischief and menace, this spine-tingling concert brings the eternal battle between heroes and villains to life in full symphonic splendor. less

The most respected countertenor of his generation returns with harpist Oliver Wass for a ride through 400 years of music from the Old and New Worlds. Learn More

Bay Area chamber group Ensemble ARI performs an engaging concert that bridges Western classical chamber music and Korean artistic traditions. The performance showcases a mix of tra… more Bay Area chamber group Ensemble ARI performs an engaging concert that bridges Western classical chamber music and Korean artistic traditions. The performance showcases a mix of traditional chamber repertoire and vibrant new works by contemporary composers. less

Symphony San Jose hosts a family-friendly Halloween concert at the California Theatre, featuring spooktacular classical favorites and an on-stage costume contest.

A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such a… more A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such as your language preference or login information. Those cookies are set by us and called first-party cookies. We also use third-party cookies – which are cookies from a domain different than the domain of the website you are visiting – for our advertising and marketing efforts. More specifically, we use cookies and other tracking technologies for the following purposes: less

Overview Elim Chan conducts the Symphony in a stunning quartet of works that delve into the great unknown. In Nänie , Brahms memorializes a beloved friend with a poignant choral fu… more Overview Elim Chan conducts the Symphony in a stunning quartet of works that delve into the great unknown. In Nänie , Brahms memorializes a beloved friend with a poignant choral funeral song, transforming sorrowful resignation into humble gratitude. Renaud Capuçon regales us with the lustrous melodies, vibrant textures, and glittering pyrotechnics of Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto. Arvo Pärt’s shimmering a cappella Magnificat exemplifies the tintinnabuli style, which the composer invented and named after the bell-like resonance produced by a triad. John Adams’s Doctor Atomic Symphony, a condensed instrumental version of his 2005 opera, cloaks Nuclear Age anxiety in dark orchestral splendor. less

Overview Elim Chan conducts the Symphony in a stunning quartet of works that delve into the great unknown. In Nänie , Brahms memorializes a beloved friend with a poignant choral fu… more Overview Elim Chan conducts the Symphony in a stunning quartet of works that delve into the great unknown. In Nänie , Brahms memorializes a beloved friend with a poignant choral funeral song, transforming sorrowful resignation into humble gratitude. Renaud Capuçon regales us with the lustrous melodies, vibrant textures, and glittering pyrotechnics of Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto. Arvo Pärt’s shimmering a cappella Magnificat exemplifies the tintinnabuli style, which the composer invented and named after the bell-like resonance produced by a triad. John Adams’s Doctor Atomic Symphony, a condensed instrumental version of his 2005 opera, cloaks Nuclear Age anxiety in dark orchestral splendor. less

Login View Cart Time remaining: 00:00 Activate Code Your cart has expired Your order contained expired items and your shopping cart has been emptied. Close Details Friday, October … more Login View Cart Time remaining: 00:00 Activate Code Your cart has expired Your order contained expired items and your shopping cart has been emptied. Close Details Friday, October 30, 2026 8:00PM CelloGayageum CelloGayageum CelloGayageum is not just a duo—it’s a musical journey across continents, cultures, and centuries. Founded in 2016 by Austrian cellist Sol Daniel Kim and Korean gayageum virtuoso Dayoung Yoon , CelloGayageum bridges the soulful depth of Western classical music with the mesmerizing elegance of Korean gug-ak (traditional music). Inspired by Berlin’s Pavilion of Unity, this unique collaboration celebrates the beauty of connection—between instruments, histories, and people. With original compositions rooted in Korean folk melodies and infused with global sensibilities, CelloGayageum creates a sound that is at once ancient and refreshingly modern. ABOUT DAYOUNG YOON Dayoung Yoon is a gayageum (traditional Korean plucked zither with 12-strings) player and composer of the ensemble CelloGayageum. She graduated from Korean National Traditional Arts High School and received a bachelor's and master's degree from the Korea National University of Arts. Following her graduation, she pursued solo activities in France, Germany, Italy, and beyond. During her tenure as a gayageum instructor at the Berlin Korean Cultural Center, she crossed paths with cellist Sol Daniel Kim and co-founded the ensemble CelloGayageum. Dayoung has garnered recognition for her contributions to the ensemble, receiving awards such as the Soorim Cultural Prize (2018), Jeongdong Theater's "Youthful Artist of the Year" (2020), Director of the Young Gugak Orchestra at Seoul Namsan Gugakdang (2021), and the first prize in the Korea Cultural Heritage Foundation's Youth Song (2021). ABOUT SOL DANIEL KIM Sol Daniel Kim is the cellist and composer of the ensemble CelloGayageum. Born in Vienna, Austria, he graduated from the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna and has been active in Eur less

with Dorothy Papadakos, organ

Kristin Lee and Sandbox Percussion

Overview Elim Chan conducts the Symphony in a stunning quartet of works that delve into the great unknown. In Nänie , Brahms memorializes a beloved friend with a poignant choral fu… more Overview Elim Chan conducts the Symphony in a stunning quartet of works that delve into the great unknown. In Nänie , Brahms memorializes a beloved friend with a poignant choral funeral song, transforming sorrowful resignation into humble gratitude. Renaud Capuçon regales us with the lustrous melodies, vibrant textures, and glittering pyrotechnics of Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto. Arvo Pärt’s shimmering a cappella Magnificat exemplifies the tintinnabuli style, which the composer invented and named after the bell-like resonance produced by a triad. John Adams’s Doctor Atomic Symphony, a condensed instrumental version of his 2005 opera, cloaks Nuclear Age anxiety in dark orchestral splendor. less

Discover music inspired by Halloween at Hammer Theatre under the gentle glow of candlelight. Spooky season is almost here!

Overview Elim Chan conducts the Symphony in a stunning quartet of works that delve into the great unknown. In Nänie , Brahms memorializes a beloved friend with a poignant choral fu… more Overview Elim Chan conducts the Symphony in a stunning quartet of works that delve into the great unknown. In Nänie , Brahms memorializes a beloved friend with a poignant choral funeral song, transforming sorrowful resignation into humble gratitude. Renaud Capuçon regales us with the lustrous melodies, vibrant textures, and glittering pyrotechnics of Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto. Arvo Pärt’s shimmering a cappella Magnificat exemplifies the tintinnabuli style, which the composer invented and named after the bell-like resonance produced by a triad. John Adams’s Doctor Atomic Symphony, a condensed instrumental version of his 2005 opera, cloaks Nuclear Age anxiety in dark orchestral splendor. less

Alexander Barantschik began his tenure as San Francisco Symphony Concertmaster in September 2001 and holds the Naoum Blinder Chair. Former concertmaster of the Bamberg Symphony Orc… more Alexander Barantschik began his tenure as San Francisco Symphony Concertmaster in September 2001 and holds the Naoum Blinder Chair. Former concertmaster of the Bamberg Symphony Orchestra in Germany, London Symphony Orchestra, and Netherlands Radio Philharmonic, he has also been an active soloist and chamber musician throughout Europe. He has collaborated in chamber music with André Previn, Antonio Pappano, and Mstislav Rostropovich. As leader of the LSO, Mr. Barantschik toured Europe, Japan, and the United States; performed as soloist; and served as concertmaster for major symphonic cycles with Michael Tilson Thomas, Rostropovich, and Bernard Haitink. He was also concertmaster for Pierre Boulez’s year-long, three-continent seventy-fifth birthday celebration. Born in Russia, Mr. Barantschik attended the Saint Petersburg Conservatory and went on to perform with the major Russian orchestras, including the Saint Petersburg Philharmonic. His awards include first prize in the International Violin Competition in Sion, Switzerland, and in the Russian National Violin Competition. Since joining the San Francisco Symphony, Mr. Barantschik has led the Orchestra in several programs and appeared as soloist in concertos and other works by Bach, Mozart, Mendelssohn, Brahms, Beethoven, Prokofiev, Shostakovich, Walton, Piazzolla, and Schnittke, among others. Mr. Barantschik is a member of the faculty at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, where he teaches graduate students from around the world in a special concertmaster program. Through an arrangement with the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, Mr. Barantschik has the exclusive use of the 1742 Guarnerius del Gesù violin once owned by the virtuoso Ferdinand David, who is believed to have played it in the world premiere of the Mendelssohn E-minor Violin Concerto in 1845. It was also the favorite instrument of the legendary Jascha Heifetz, who acquired it in 1922 and who bequeathed it to the Fine Arts Museums, with the stipulat less

An eclectic program featuring acoustic and electric music across genres and centuries––"like being awake in a vivid dream" (The Times, London). Learn More

Organ recital performance by Daniel Carroll, available both in-person and via livestream

The young French guitarist Raphaël Feuillâtre, first prize winner at the 2018 Guitar Foundation of America International Competition, performs a classical guitar recital.

New Century Chamber Orchestra Friday, November 6 at 7:00 p.m. Rhythmic vitality and playful melodies will invite you to tap your toes, lean in, and feel the beat. Marcus Roberts… more New Century Chamber Orchestra Friday, November 6 at 7:00 p.m. Rhythmic vitality and playful melodies will invite you to tap your toes, lean in, and feel the beat. Marcus Roberts Trio joins New Century to bring fresh life to the music of Gerswhin and Ellington with striking cohesion. Music from two of today’s leading women composers serves as interludes, each bringing their own unique sense of curiosity, reflection, and contrast. Together, the music flows between the musicians and audience, creating an irresistible surge of momentum and energy. Get ready to groove! Program Listing: Caroline Shaw, "Entr’Acte for Strings" | Duke Ellington, Song Suite (with Marcus Roberts Trio) | George Gershwin, "Lullaby" | Rhiannon Giddens, "At the Purchaser’s Option" | George Gershwin, Song Suite (with Marcus Roberts Trio) This performance is approximately 2 hours long, including a 20 minute intermission, and is appropriate for all ages. MainStage | Reserved $41 - $73 per ticket Ticket price includes $3 Facility Use Fee less

Overview Myths and legends are at the fore of a program headed by charismatic mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard and conductor Fabien Gabel. Ravel’s riveting, Russian-accented song cycle… more Overview Myths and legends are at the fore of a program headed by charismatic mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard and conductor Fabien Gabel. Ravel’s riveting, Russian-accented song cycle Shéhérazade abounds in sensuous modal melodies and dynamic drama that are sure to leave you as spellbound as Shéhérazade’s sultan. D’Indy’s vivid Istar , derived from Babylonian myth, celebrates the goddess of love and fertility, Istar, who strips herself naked to rescue her dead lover from hell. Based on a 19th-century German fairy tale about an empress who lacks both shadow and soul, Strauss’s surging single-movement Symphonic Fantasy on Die Frau ohne Schatten showcases what he called “the best parts” of his similarly titled opera. less

Saturday Nov 7 8:00 PM Intermi… more Saturday Nov 7 8:00 PM Intermission Reception 2026/27 Season, Donor Events Thank you $1000+ donor and VIP supporters! Please join us for a Donor Reception in the Encore Room, 3rd floor, Lesher Center for the Arts. Grab drinks to-go in the 30 minutes before the show, and mingle with Symphony VIPs at intermission. Details less

An autumn choral performance showcasing an evocative program of seasonal vocal works and harmonies.

Orpheus delivers Old World sophistication in a New York minute when pianist Isata Kanneh-Mason dives into Mozart's crowning Viennese concerto, framed by Handel's sparkling Water Mu… more Orpheus delivers Old World sophistication in a New York minute when pianist Isata Kanneh-Mason dives into Mozart's crowning Viennese concerto, framed by Handel's sparkling Water Music suite and a Haydn symphony. less

"At the forefront of using the [harpsichord] in new and imaginative ways" (SF Classical Voice), Rondeau plays an ambitious program exploring the marvelous French Baroque. Learn Mor… more "At the forefront of using the [harpsichord] in new and imaginative ways" (SF Classical Voice), Rondeau plays an ambitious program exploring the marvelous French Baroque. Learn More less

Sunday Nov 8 4:30 PM Intermiss… more Sunday Nov 8 4:30 PM Intermission Reception 2026/27 Season, Donor Events Thank you $1000+ donor and VIP supporters! Please join us for a Donor Reception in the Encore Room, 3rd floor, Lesher Center for the Arts. Grab drinks to-go in the 30 minutes before the show, and mingle with Symphony VIPs at intermission. Details less

Overview Myths and legends are at the fore of a program headed by charismatic mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard and conductor Fabien Gabel. Ravel’s riveting, Russian-accented song cycle… more Overview Myths and legends are at the fore of a program headed by charismatic mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard and conductor Fabien Gabel. Ravel’s riveting, Russian-accented song cycle Shéhérazade abounds in sensuous modal melodies and dynamic drama that are sure to leave you as spellbound as Shéhérazade’s sultan. D’Indy’s vivid Istar , derived from Babylonian myth, celebrates the goddess of love and fertility, Istar, who strips herself naked to rescue her dead lover from hell. Based on a 19th-century German fairy tale about an empress who lacks both shadow and soul, Strauss’s surging single-movement Symphonic Fantasy on Die Frau ohne Schatten showcases what he called “the best parts” of his similarly titled opera. less

Presented by Stanford Live - Open to Public Classical

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Experience the Santa Cruz Symphony refining romantic masterworks during this open rehearsal session. Attendees get an inside look at the orchestra and guest artists as they prepare… more Experience the Santa Cruz Symphony refining romantic masterworks during this open rehearsal session. Attendees get an inside look at the orchestra and guest artists as they prepare for the upcoming performance. less

Do you ever feel as if everything is pointing you towards something…space, time, history? For longtime Outlander fans, these words feel like home. As the global phenomenon reaches … more Do you ever feel as if everything is pointing you towards something…space, time, history? For longtime Outlander fans, these words feel like home. As the global phenomenon reaches its conclusion in 2026, its heart continues to beat on stage with Outlander in Concert . The officially licensed live concert experience was created in collaboration with its showrunner Matthew B. Roberts and original Emmy Award-winning composer Bear McCreary . Like the stones of Craigh na Dun that carried Claire through time to Jamie, this symphonic experience guides audiences through love and loss, past and future, Scotland and beyond. The iconic score by Bear McCreary takes centerstage, performed live by an orchestra, while the series’ most stirring moments unfold on a cinema‑sized screen. less

Overview Prokofiev’s ballet music for Romeo and Juliet is every bit as singular as the Shakespeare tragedy that inspired it: Savage and sensual, tragic and comic, it conveys all th… more Overview Prokofiev’s ballet music for Romeo and Juliet is every bit as singular as the Shakespeare tragedy that inspired it: Savage and sensual, tragic and comic, it conveys all the passion of the play and loses none of its ambiguity. Debuting French conductor Marie Jacquot leads the Orchestra in the first SF Symphony performances of Andromède, by her underrated fellow countrywoman Augusta Holmès. The symphonic poem infuses ancient Greek myth with Wagnerian grandeur. Inspired by the music of early Christianity, Ottorino Respighi pulls off medieval plainsong with 20th-century pizzazz in his spellbinding Concerto gregoriano . Japanese violinist Sayaka Shoji summons up all of its enormous expressive power. less

The Santa Cruz Symphony performs a sweeping classical program featuring celebrated works by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and Felix Mendelssohn. Enjoy an evening of virtuosic performanc… more The Santa Cruz Symphony performs a sweeping classical program featuring celebrated works by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and Felix Mendelssohn. Enjoy an evening of virtuosic performance and emotional romantic repertoire. less

Overview Prokofiev’s ballet music for Romeo and Juliet is every bit as singular as the Shakespeare tragedy that inspired it: Savage and sensual, tragic and comic, it conveys all th… more Overview Prokofiev’s ballet music for Romeo and Juliet is every bit as singular as the Shakespeare tragedy that inspired it: Savage and sensual, tragic and comic, it conveys all the passion of the play and loses none of its ambiguity. Debuting French conductor Marie Jacquot leads the Orchestra in the first SF Symphony performances of Andromède, by her underrated fellow countrywoman Augusta Holmès. The symphonic poem infuses ancient Greek myth with Wagnerian grandeur. Inspired by the music of early Christianity, Ottorino Respighi pulls off medieval plainsong with 20th-century pizzazz in his spellbinding Concerto gregoriano . Japanese violinist Sayaka Shoji summons up all of its enormous expressive power. less

The Santa Cruz Symphony performs a sweeping classical program featuring celebrated works by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and Felix Mendelssohn. Enjoy an evening of virtuosic performanc… more The Santa Cruz Symphony performs a sweeping classical program featuring celebrated works by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and Felix Mendelssohn. Enjoy an evening of virtuosic performance and emotional romantic repertoire. less

Night has often been a canvas for composers—a space where reality blurs and the imagination takes over.

Tradition meets revolution in Opera San José’s new production of Fiddler on the Roof. In a vibrant Jewish shtetl on the eve of upheaval, Tevye, the enduring dairyman, grapples with… more Tradition meets revolution in Opera San José’s new production of Fiddler on the Roof. In a vibrant Jewish shtetl on the eve of upheaval, Tevye, the enduring dairyman, grapples with his daughters’ … less

Overview Prokofiev’s ballet music for Romeo and Juliet is every bit as singular as the Shakespeare tragedy that inspired it: Savage and sensual, tragic and comic, it conveys all th… more Overview Prokofiev’s ballet music for Romeo and Juliet is every bit as singular as the Shakespeare tragedy that inspired it: Savage and sensual, tragic and comic, it conveys all the passion of the play and loses none of its ambiguity. Debuting French conductor Marie Jacquot leads the Orchestra in the first SF Symphony performances of Andromède, by her underrated fellow countrywoman Augusta Holmès. The symphonic poem infuses ancient Greek myth with Wagnerian grandeur. Inspired by the music of early Christianity, Ottorino Respighi pulls off medieval plainsong with 20th-century pizzazz in his spellbinding Concerto gregoriano . Japanese violinist Sayaka Shoji summons up all of its enormous expressive power. less

Presented by Stanford Live - Drs. Ben and A. Jess Shenson Recital Series at Stanford University - Open to Public Vocal

“The greatest soprano in the world” (Telegraph) Lise Davidsen returns to Berkeley with pianist James Baillieu for a very special selection of songs and arias. Learn More

Overview Choreographer Alonzo King and LINES Ballet’s regular collaborations with the San Francisco Symphony feel both like a homecoming and an evolution of a shared artistic langu… more Overview Choreographer Alonzo King and LINES Ballet’s regular collaborations with the San Francisco Symphony feel both like a homecoming and an evolution of a shared artistic language. In reimagining the expansive Americana of Copland’s Appalachian Spring and the evocative, impressionistic textures of Debussy’s Prelude to The Afternoon of a Faun , King and LINES Ballet invite us to explore how movement and sound breathe together in real time. Conductor James Gaffigan and SF Symphony Principal Cello Rainer Eudeikis expand the palette with Prokofiev’s sardonic and spectacular Sinfonia concertante. This cello concerto in all but name boasts one of the most demanding roles in the repertoire. The cello doles out every frequency in its range, from throbbing low notes to piercing cries. Image: Alonzo King LINES Ballet, Theo Duff-Grant, © RJ Muna less

Conducted by Kedrick Armstrong, featuring the Oakland Symphony Chorus. Program features J. Sebastián Cardona-Ospina's La forma de las Ruinas, Johannes Brahms' Song of the Fates, He… more Conducted by Kedrick Armstrong, featuring the Oakland Symphony Chorus. Program features J. Sebastián Cardona-Ospina's La forma de las Ruinas, Johannes Brahms' Song of the Fates, Hector Villa-Lobos' Chôros No. 10, and Nicolai Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade with text by Dan Harder. less

A marathon tribute to Philip Glass' 90th! 10 pianists perform all 20 Glass Piano Etudes—“portals into Glass’ world” (New York Times). Learn More

Overview Choreographer Alonzo King and LINES Ballet’s regular collaborations with the San Francisco Symphony feel both like a homecoming and an evolution of a shared artistic langu… more Overview Choreographer Alonzo King and LINES Ballet’s regular collaborations with the San Francisco Symphony feel both like a homecoming and an evolution of a shared artistic language. In reimagining the expansive Americana of Copland’s Appalachian Spring and the evocative, impressionistic textures of Debussy’s Prelude to The Afternoon of a Faun , King and LINES Ballet invite us to explore how movement and sound breathe together in real time. Conductor James Gaffigan and SF Symphony Principal Cello Rainer Eudeikis expand the palette with Prokofiev’s sardonic and spectacular Sinfonia concertante. This cello concerto in all but name boasts one of the most demanding roles in the repertoire. The cello doles out every frequency in its range, from throbbing low notes to piercing cries. Image: Alonzo King LINES Ballet, Theo Duff-Grant, © RJ Muna less

Roberto Sierra Sinfonía No. 3 “La Salsa” Raymond Scott Powerhouse Michael Daugherty Hell’s Angels Infernal Fagotti Bassoon Quartet Benjamin Britten Young Person’s Guide to the Orch… more Roberto Sierra Sinfonía No. 3 “La Salsa” Raymond Scott Powerhouse Michael Daugherty Hell’s Angels Infernal Fagotti Bassoon Quartet Benjamin Britten Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra Roberto Sierra is one of today’s fastest-rising composers, thanks in large part to his hugely popular third sinfonia, heard here in its Bay Area debut.  The concert will take a detour to Daugherty’s fever dream of crazed motorcyclists, personified by a quartet of bassoons (Italian: fagotti), but conclude triumphantly with Britten’s popular tour of the modern orchestra. less

Overview Choreographer Alonzo King and LINES Ballet’s regular collaborations with the San Francisco Symphony feel both like a homecoming and an evolution of a shared artistic langu… more Overview Choreographer Alonzo King and LINES Ballet’s regular collaborations with the San Francisco Symphony feel both like a homecoming and an evolution of a shared artistic language. In reimagining the expansive Americana of Copland’s Appalachian Spring and the evocative, impressionistic textures of Debussy’s Prelude to The Afternoon of a Faun , King and LINES Ballet invite us to explore how movement and sound breathe together in real time. Conductor James Gaffigan and SF Symphony Principal Cello Rainer Eudeikis expand the palette with Prokofiev’s sardonic and spectacular Sinfonia concertante. This cello concerto in all but name boasts one of the most demanding roles in the repertoire. The cello doles out every frequency in its range, from throbbing low notes to piercing cries. Image: Alonzo King LINES Ballet, Theo Duff-Grant, © RJ Muna less

Radu Paponiu, Music Director Radu Paponiu was appointed Wattis Foundation Music Director of the San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra at the beginning of the 2024–25 season. He re… more Radu Paponiu, Music Director Radu Paponiu was appointed Wattis Foundation Music Director of the San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra at the beginning of the 2024–25 season. He recently completed a five-year tenure as associate conductor of the Naples (Florida) Philharmonic and a seven-year tenure as music director of the Naples Philharmonic Youth Orchestra. He has also served as music director of the Southwest Florida Symphony, assistant conductor of the Naples Philharmonic, and as a member of the conducting faculty of the Juilliard Pre-College. As a guest conductor, Paponiu has appeared with the Romanian National Radio Symphony, Teatro Comunale di Bologna Orchestra, Louisiana Philharmonic, Rockford Symphony, California Young Artists Symphony, and National Repertory Orchestra. He has collaborated with soloists such as Evgeny Kissin, Yefim Bronfman, Emanuel Ax, Gil Shaham, Midori, Vladimir Feltsman, Robert Levin, Charles Yang, Nancy Zhou, Stella Chen, and the Ébène Quartet. Born in Romania, Paponiu began his musical studies on the violin at age seven, came to the United States at the invitation of the Perlman Music Program, and later completed two degrees in violin performance at the Colburn School. He went on to earn a master’s degree in orchestral conducting at New England Conservatory, where he studied with Hugh Wolff. less

Overview Watch Jack Skellington plot to take over Christmas in the fantastical Disney tale Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas . This beloved stop motion cult hit comes to … more Overview Watch Jack Skellington plot to take over Christmas in the fantastical Disney tale Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas . This beloved stop motion cult hit comes to life like never before as the SF Symphony performs Danny Elfman’s delightfully quirky score live with the film on the big screen. Kids’ Tickets Half Off! Please note that we do not allow children under 3 at any performance, except for our Music for Families and Deck the Hall programs. Everyone entering Davies Symphony Hall, regardless of age, must have a ticket. Children under the age of 12 must be seated with an accompanying adult. less

Two Nights! — with special guestCraig Bartlett

2nd Show Added by Popular Demand! — with special guestCraig Bartlett

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A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such a… more A cookie is a small piece of data (text file) that a website – when visited by a user – asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember information about you, such as your language preference or login information. Those cookies are set by us and called first-party cookies. We also use third-party cookies – which are cookies from a domain different than the domain of the website you are visiting – for our advertising and marketing efforts. More specifically, we use cookies and other tracking technologies for the following purposes: less

Fever presents Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer

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Fever presents Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi

Journey to a place where personal expression and timeless beauty meet in radiant harmony as three composers reveal their most poetic and expressive selves. Featuring Richard Wagner… more Journey to a place where personal expression and timeless beauty meet in radiant harmony as three composers reveal their most poetic and expressive selves. Featuring Richard Wagner's Siegfried Idyll, Ottorino Respighi's Trittico Botticelliano, and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Symphony No. 39. less

| Performances: Dec. 5-6 | Journey to a place where personal expression and timeless beauty meet in radiant harmony as three composers reveal their most poetic and expressive s… more | Performances: Dec. 5-6 | Journey to a place where personal expression and timeless beauty meet in radiant harmony as three composers reveal their most poetic and expressive selves. Written as a… less

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Fever presents Candlelight: Vivaldi's Four Seasons and More

Fever presents Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings

Journey to a place where personal expression and timeless beauty meet in radiant harmony as three composers reveal their most poetic and expressive selves. Featuring Richard Wagner… more Journey to a place where personal expression and timeless beauty meet in radiant harmony as three composers reveal their most poetic and expressive selves. Featuring Richard Wagner's Siegfried Idyll, Ottorino Respighi's Trittico Botticelliano, and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Symphony No. 39. less

A passionate communicator, Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser brings clarity and meaning to the concert hall, fostering deep connections between audiences and performers. He has been the Sa… more A passionate communicator, Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser brings clarity and meaning to the concert hall, fostering deep connections between audiences and performers. He has been the San Francisco Symphony’s Resident Conductor of Engagement and Education since 2021, and recently extended his contract through the 2026–27 season. Bartholomew-Poyser is concurrently the Barrett Principal Education Conductor and Community Ambassador of the Toronto Symphony, Artist in Residence and Community Ambassador of Symphony Nova Scotia, and Principal Youth Conductor and Artistic Partner of Canada’s National Arts Centre Orchestra. He previously served as assistant conductor of the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony and associate conductor of the Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra. Bartholomew-Poyser has performed with the Detroit Symphony, Carnegie Hall Link-Up Orchestra, Canadian Opera Company, Vancouver Symphony, Edmonton Symphony, Calgary Philharmonic, Chicago Philharmonic, was cover conductor with the Washington National Opera in 2020, and was music director of the Kennedy Center Summer Music Institute in 2022. Recently, Bartholomew-Poyser debuted with the New York Philharmonic and New Jersey Symphony in addition to making his debut at the Hollywood Bowl with the Los Angeles Philharmonic in all-Tchaikovsky program. Host of the Canadian Broadcasting Company’s weekly radio show Centre Stage , he also serves on the board of the Conductor’s Retreat at Medomak in Michigan. He is the subject of a multi award-winning CBC documentary Disruptor Conductor , focusing on his efforts to extend the boundaries of the orchestral music world through concerts for neurodiverse, incarcerated, African diaspora, and LGBTQ2S+ populations. Bartholomew-Poyser earned his bachelor’s degree in music performance and education from the University of Calgary and his master of philosophy in performance from the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, England. less

The San Francisco Symphony brass section takes center stage to perform spirited arrangements of holiday classics and traditional carols.

A heartwarming holiday concert featuring guest vocalists and festive orchestral arrangements performed by the San Francisco Symphony.

Presented by Stanford Live - Vocal

Enjoy the classic holiday film on the big screen accompanied by live orchestral performance of the score at Davies Symphony Hall.

Enjoy the classic holiday film on the big screen accompanied by live orchestral performance of the score at Davies Symphony Hall.

This festive concert brings together Symphony San Jose, the Symphony San Jose Chorale, and special guests to perform beloved holiday classics and carols. Audiences can also enjoy p… more This festive concert brings together Symphony San Jose, the Symphony San Jose Chorale, and special guests to perform beloved holiday classics and carols. Audiences can also enjoy pre-concert activities like gingerbread cookie decorating and photos with Santa. less

Elena Sharkova leads Symphony San Jose, the Symphony San Jose Chorale, Cantabile Youth Singers, New Ballet, and special guests in a program filled with beloved holiday classics, he… more Elena Sharkova leads Symphony San Jose, the Symphony San Jose Chorale, Cantabile Youth Singers, New Ballet, and special guests in a program filled with beloved holiday classics, heartwarming carols, dazzling dance numbers, and audience sing-alongs. less

Mozart “Sleigh Ride,” from Three German Dances, K605 Vaughan Williams Fantasia on Greensleeves Barber Die Natali Bizet. … more Mozart “Sleigh Ride,” from Three German Dances, K605 Vaughan Williams Fantasia on Greensleeves Barber Die Natali Bizet. L’Arlesienne Suite Nos. 1 & 2 (excerpts) less

Celebrate 'The Most Wonderful Time of the Year' at the majestic California Theatre with a spectacular symphonic celebration filled with the warmth and wonder of the season. Join Sy… more Celebrate 'The Most Wonderful Time of the Year' at the majestic California Theatre with a spectacular symphonic celebration filled with the warmth and wonder of the season. Join Symphony San Jose, the Symphony San Jose Chorale, Cantabile Youth Singers, New Ballet, and special guests. less

Annual seasonal celebration and musical bash conducted by Kedrick Armstrong and chorus director Zach Salsburg-Frank, featuring the Oakland Symphony and Oakland Symphony Chorus with… more Annual seasonal celebration and musical bash conducted by Kedrick Armstrong and chorus director Zach Salsburg-Frank, featuring the Oakland Symphony and Oakland Symphony Chorus with guest artists celebrating the legacy of Quincy Jones. less

Prokofiev's iconic musical fairytale introduces orchestral instruments to audiences of all ages, performed live by the San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra.

The Freight's own resident non-audition choir takes the stage to present an uplifting and eclectic selection of choral music.

Tony Award-winning Broadway star Bernadette Peters joins the San Francisco Symphony for an evening of musical theater standards and holiday favorites.

A raucous yuletide extravaganza with sassy, swinging holiday classics inspired by White Christmas, It's a Wonderful Life, and more. Learn More

Co-emceed by Peaches Christ and conductor Edwin Outwater, this festive holiday variety show features drag stars, guest vocalists, and orchestra music.

Friday Dec 18 7:30 PM Holiday … more Friday Dec 18 7:30 PM Holiday Traditions 2026/27 Season Back by Popular Demand Details less

Enjoy the favorite holiday comedy film on the big screen while John Debney's score is played live to picture by the San Francisco Symphony.

Saturday Dec 19 2:00 PM Holida… more Saturday Dec 19 2:00 PM Holiday Traditions 2026/27 Season Back by Popular Demand Details less

Symphony San Jose is delighted to partner again with New Ballet, presenting Tchaikovsky's timeless masterpiece with choreography by Dalia Rawson. This unique production features la… more Symphony San Jose is delighted to partner again with New Ballet, presenting Tchaikovsky's timeless masterpiece with choreography by Dalia Rawson. This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including a growing replica of the historic San Jose Light Tower. less

Symphony San Jose partners with New Ballet to present Tchaikovsky's timeless masterpiece with choreography by Dalia Rawson. Set in San Jose at the turn of the last century.

A uniquely Bay Area holiday pageant filled with seasonal earworms, campy sketches, and delicious satire. Learn More

Enjoy the favorite holiday comedy film on the big screen while John Debney's score is played live to picture by the San Francisco Symphony.

Symphony San Jose is delighted to partner again with New Ballet, presenting Tchaikovsky's timeless masterpiece with choreography by Dalia Rawson. This unique production features la… more Symphony San Jose is delighted to partner again with New Ballet, presenting Tchaikovsky's timeless masterpiece with choreography by Dalia Rawson. This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including a growing replica of the historic San Jose Light Tower. less

| Performances: Dec. 20-27 | My Very First Nutcracker is a special one-act presentation of The San Jose Nutcracker, ideal for families with toddlers, preschoolers and young ch… more | Performances: Dec. 20-27 | My Very First Nutcracker is a special one-act presentation of The San Jose Nutcracker, ideal for families with toddlers, preschoolers and young children. This joyful … less

Enjoy the favorite holiday comedy film on the big screen while John Debney's score is played live to picture by the San Francisco Symphony.

Presented by New Ballet and Symphony San Jose, this holiday production reimagines the classic Nutcracker story against the backdrop of historic 1905 San Jose.

Symphony San Jose is delighted to partner again with New Ballet, presenting Tchaikovsky's timeless masterpiece with choreography by Dalia Rawson. This unique production features la… more Symphony San Jose is delighted to partner again with New Ballet, presenting Tchaikovsky's timeless masterpiece with choreography by Dalia Rawson. This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including a growing replica of the historic San Jose Light Tower. less

Symphony San Jose is delighted to partner again with New Ballet, presenting Tchaikovsky's timeless masterpiece with choreography by Dalia Rawson. This unique production features la… more Symphony San Jose is delighted to partner again with New Ballet, presenting Tchaikovsky's timeless masterpiece with choreography by Dalia Rawson. This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including a growing replica of the historic San Jose Light Tower. less

A cheerful, family-friendly concert featuring popular holiday tunes and light classical favorites performed by the San Francisco Symphony.

Presented by New Ballet and Symphony San Jose, this holiday production reimagines the classic Nutcracker story against the backdrop of historic 1905 San Jose.

1 Night, 3 Shows! — Holiday Spectacular: Home for the Holidays

1 Night, 3 Shows! — Holiday Spectacular: Home for the Holidays

1 Night, 3 Shows! — Holiday Spectacular: Home for the Holidays

Presented by New Ballet and Symphony San Jose, this holiday production reimagines the classic Nutcracker story against the backdrop of historic 1905 San Jose.

Symphony San Jose is delighted to partner again with New Ballet, presenting Tchaikovsky's timeless masterpiece with choreography by Dalia Rawson. This unique production features la… more Symphony San Jose is delighted to partner again with New Ballet, presenting Tchaikovsky's timeless masterpiece with choreography by Dalia Rawson. This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including a growing replica of the historic San Jose Light Tower. less

Symphony San Jose is delighted to partner again with New Ballet, presenting Tchaikovsky's timeless masterpiece with choreography by Dalia Rawson. This unique production features la… more Symphony San Jose is delighted to partner again with New Ballet, presenting Tchaikovsky's timeless masterpiece with choreography by Dalia Rawson. This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including a growing replica of the historic San Jose Light Tower. less

Experience James Cameron's groundbreaking sci-fi masterpiece projected on the big screen with its sweeping score performed live by orchestra and choir.

World premiere by Hershey Felder about Johannes Brahms, Robert Schumann, and Clara Schumann, exploring their artistic and romantic entanglements through music.

Experience James Cameron's groundbreaking sci-fi masterpiece projected on the big screen with its sweeping score performed live by orchestra and choir.

World-renowned pianist Emanuel Ax takes the Davies Symphony Hall stage for a captivating solo recital featuring masterworks of the classical repertoire.

The San Francisco Symphony honors Conductor Laureate Herbert Blomstedt with a special orchestral program celebrating his enduring musical legacy.

Observe the orchestra and soloist fine-tune Sergei Rachmaninoff's famously demanding and passionate masterpiece. This open rehearsal offers audiences a behind-the-scenes preview of… more Observe the orchestra and soloist fine-tune Sergei Rachmaninoff's famously demanding and passionate masterpiece. This open rehearsal offers audiences a behind-the-scenes preview of the symphony in action. less

The San Francisco Symphony honors Conductor Laureate Herbert Blomstedt with a special orchestral program celebrating his enduring musical legacy.

The Santa Cruz Symphony takes the stage to perform Sergei Rachmaninoff's monumental and virtuosic Piano Concerto No. 3. Audiences will experience an electrifying concert filled wit… more The Santa Cruz Symphony takes the stage to perform Sergei Rachmaninoff's monumental and virtuosic Piano Concerto No. 3. Audiences will experience an electrifying concert filled with grand romantic themes and orchestral power. less

The San Francisco Symphony honors Conductor Laureate Herbert Blomstedt with a special orchestral program celebrating his enduring musical legacy.

The Santa Cruz Symphony takes the stage to perform Sergei Rachmaninoff's monumental and virtuosic Piano Concerto No. 3. Audiences will experience an electrifying concert filled wit… more The Santa Cruz Symphony takes the stage to perform Sergei Rachmaninoff's monumental and virtuosic Piano Concerto No. 3. Audiences will experience an electrifying concert filled with grand romantic themes and orchestral power. less

At just 24 and after bursting onto the international stage, Sternath brings a magnificent mix of Liszt and Schubert to his Berkeley recital. Learn More

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Overview Shostakovich described his Fifth Symphony as a hopeful response to human suffering: “I wanted to convey how, through a series of tragic conflicts of great turmoil, optimis… more Overview Shostakovich described his Fifth Symphony as a hopeful response to human suffering: “I wanted to convey how, through a series of tragic conflicts of great turmoil, optimism asserts itself as a worldview.” The singular American composer John Adams composed The Rock You Stand On in 2024 as a gift for his dear friend, conductor Marin Alsop. She repays the compliment by faithfully recreating his bold colors, slippery textures, and snazzy syncopation. The Serbian-French violinist Nemanja Radulović performs Barber’s Violin Concerto, a rapturous mix of tunefulness and agility. less

Fever presents Candlelight: Tribute to Juan Gabriel on Strings

| Performances: Jan. 23-24 | Symphony San Jose invites you into their living art gallery where bold colors, sharp contrasts and unforgettable images come together in a concert… more | Performances: Jan. 23-24 | Symphony San Jose invites you into their living art gallery where bold colors, sharp contrasts and unforgettable images come together in a concert that celebrates art… less

Two of the most dynamic young ensembles on today's chamber music scene, and co-recipients of the St. Lawrence Seminar's 2025 John Lad Prize, perform a joint concert.

"Musicians still in love with the act of discovery" (Seen and Heard International), the Takács brings Beethoven's deeply personal Opus 130 quartet plus works by Mozart and Carlos S… more "Musicians still in love with the act of discovery" (Seen and Heard International), the Takács brings Beethoven's deeply personal Opus 130 quartet plus works by Mozart and Carlos Simon. Learn More less

Lun Li, violin; Risa Hokamura, violin Radu Ratoi, accordion; Benett Tsai, cello

Symphony San Jose performs Modest Mussorgsky's celebrated "Pictures at an Exhibition" as orchestrated by Maurice Ravel at the California Theatre.

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From the creators of the global hit Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert comes the next chapter – The Legend of Korra in Concert . Celebrate 15 years of The Legend of Korra with a… more From the creators of the global hit Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert comes the next chapter – The Legend of Korra in Concert . Celebrate 15 years of The Legend of Korra with a breathtaking live concert experience that brings the groundbreaking sequel to life through a live symphonic performance paired with an immersive cinematic experience. Follow Korra, the rebellious next Avatar after Aang, as she navigates a world on the brink of revolution alongside Asami, Bolin, Mako and Tenzin. Across a two-hour visual journey through all four seasons of the iconic animated series, projected on a full-size cinema screen, audiences will experience the original dialogue and sound effects intact while a powerful live orchestra performs the legendary score in perfect sync with the action on screen. All brought together by the music of Emmy® Award-winning composer Jeremy Zuckerman and original series editor Jeff Adams . The Legend of Korra in Concert is an unforgettable way to experience one of the most beloved animated worlds of all time. less

Overview Shostakovich described his Fifth Symphony as a hopeful response to human suffering: “I wanted to convey how, through a series of tragic conflicts of great turmoil, optimis… more Overview Shostakovich described his Fifth Symphony as a hopeful response to human suffering: “I wanted to convey how, through a series of tragic conflicts of great turmoil, optimism asserts itself as a worldview.” The singular American composer John Adams composed The Rock You Stand On in 2024 as a gift for his dear friend, conductor Marin Alsop. She repays the compliment by faithfully recreating his bold colors, slippery textures, and snazzy syncopation. The Serbian-French violinist Nemanja Radulović performs Barber’s Violin Concerto, a rapturous mix of tunefulness and agility. less

At the height of her powers, Uchida performs a kaleidoscopic program of Haydn, Mozart, and Schubert—"captivating both the ear and the emotions" (The Standard, UK). Learn More

Overview Pianist Seong-Jin Cho and debuting conductor Antonello Manacorda make a persuasive case for Mendelssohn’s Second Concerto, an elegantly crafted work from an era when conce… more Overview Pianist Seong-Jin Cho and debuting conductor Antonello Manacorda make a persuasive case for Mendelssohn’s Second Concerto, an elegantly crafted work from an era when concertos were often mere vehicles for virtuosic showmanship. Anton Webern’s mid-1930s orchestration of Bach’s Ricercare from The Musical Offering finds the gleaming throughlines in this polyphonic marvel. Brahms’s fourth and final symphony draws on a lifetime of experience and study, resulting in a work that’s both intensely experimental and deeply traditional. The astonishing finale turns Bach’s mournful Cantata No. 150, “For Thee, O Lord, I Long,” into an elaborate passacaglia. less

Overview Pianist Seong-Jin Cho and debuting conductor Antonello Manacorda make a persuasive case for Mendelssohn’s Second Concerto, an elegantly crafted work from an era when conce… more Overview Pianist Seong-Jin Cho and debuting conductor Antonello Manacorda make a persuasive case for Mendelssohn’s Second Concerto, an elegantly crafted work from an era when concertos were often mere vehicles for virtuosic showmanship. Anton Webern’s mid-1930s orchestration of Bach’s Ricercare from The Musical Offering finds the gleaming throughlines in this polyphonic marvel. Brahms’s fourth and final symphony draws on a lifetime of experience and study, resulting in a work that’s both intensely experimental and deeply traditional. The astonishing finale turns Bach’s mournful Cantata No. 150, “For Thee, O Lord, I Long,” into an elaborate passacaglia. less

The hit film comes to life with Ludwig Göransson's Oscar-winning score performed live—a mix of "full-throttle action" and "profound, astonishing beauty" (Rolling Stone). Learn More

Overview Pianist Seong-Jin Cho and debuting conductor Antonello Manacorda make a persuasive case for Mendelssohn’s Second Concerto, an elegantly crafted work from an era when conce… more Overview Pianist Seong-Jin Cho and debuting conductor Antonello Manacorda make a persuasive case for Mendelssohn’s Second Concerto, an elegantly crafted work from an era when concertos were often mere vehicles for virtuosic showmanship. Anton Webern’s mid-1930s orchestration of Bach’s Ricercare from The Musical Offering finds the gleaming throughlines in this polyphonic marvel. Brahms’s fourth and final symphony draws on a lifetime of experience and study, resulting in a work that’s both intensely experimental and deeply traditional. The astonishing finale turns Bach’s mournful Cantata No. 150, “For Thee, O Lord, I Long,” into an elaborate passacaglia. less

Fever presents Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer

Fever presents Candlelight: Tribute to Abba & More

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Njioma Grevious, a young violin star and winner of a 2024 Avery Fisher Career Grant, debuts at Stanford Live, pairing lesser-known 19th- and 20th-century works with classic violin … more Njioma Grevious, a young violin star and winner of a 2024 Avery Fisher Career Grant, debuts at Stanford Live, pairing lesser-known 19th- and 20th-century works with classic violin sonatas by Grieg and Prokofiev. less

Saturday Feb 6 8:00 PM Intermi… more Saturday Feb 6 8:00 PM Intermission Reception 2026/27 Season, Donor Events Thank you $1000+ donor and VIP supporters! Please join us for a Donor Reception in the Encore Room, 3rd floor, Lesher Center for the Arts. Grab drinks to-go in the 30 minutes before the show, and mingle with Symphony VIPs at intermission. Details less

UC Berkeley's acclaimed new music ensemble in residence brings its nuanced and attentive interpretations of contemporary chamber music. Learn More

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Sunday Feb 7 4:30 PM Intermiss… more Sunday Feb 7 4:30 PM Intermission Reception 2026/27 Season, Donor Events Thank you $1000+ donor and VIP supporters! Please join us for a Donor Reception in the Encore Room, 3rd floor, Lesher Center for the Arts. Grab drinks to-go in the 30 minutes before the show, and mingle with Symphony VIPs at intermission. Details less

Alexander Barantschik began his tenure as San Francisco Symphony Concertmaster in September 2001 and holds the Naoum Blinder Chair. Former concertmaster of the Bamberg Symphony Orc… more Alexander Barantschik began his tenure as San Francisco Symphony Concertmaster in September 2001 and holds the Naoum Blinder Chair. Former concertmaster of the Bamberg Symphony Orchestra in Germany, London Symphony Orchestra, and Netherlands Radio Philharmonic, he has also been an active soloist and chamber musician throughout Europe. He has collaborated in chamber music with André Previn, Antonio Pappano, and Mstislav Rostropovich. As leader of the LSO, Mr. Barantschik toured Europe, Japan, and the United States; performed as soloist; and served as concertmaster for major symphonic cycles with Michael Tilson Thomas, Rostropovich, and Bernard Haitink. He was also concertmaster for Pierre Boulez’s year-long, three-continent seventy-fifth birthday celebration. Born in Russia, Mr. Barantschik attended the Saint Petersburg Conservatory and went on to perform with the major Russian orchestras, including the Saint Petersburg Philharmonic. His awards include first prize in the International Violin Competition in Sion, Switzerland, and in the Russian National Violin Competition. Since joining the San Francisco Symphony, Mr. Barantschik has led the Orchestra in several programs and appeared as soloist in concertos and other works by Bach, Mozart, Mendelssohn, Brahms, Beethoven, Prokofiev, Shostakovich, Walton, Piazzolla, and Schnittke, among others. Mr. Barantschik is a member of the faculty at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, where he teaches graduate students from around the world in a special concertmaster program. Through an arrangement with the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, Mr. Barantschik has the exclusive use of the 1742 Guarnerius del Gesù violin once owned by the virtuoso Ferdinand David, who is believed to have played it in the world premiere of the Mendelssohn E-minor Violin Concerto in 1845. It was also the favorite instrument of the legendary Jascha Heifetz, who acquired it in 1922 and who bequeathed it to the Fine Arts Museums, with the stipulat less

Baroque tragedy takes center stage as Joyce DiDonato lends her "astonishing vocal prowess" (The Classical Review) to Dido's famous lament and more—a rare treat. Learn More

Overview The acclaimed British pianist Benjamin Grosvenor performs Rachmaninoff’s Second Piano Concerto. Soundtrack scorers and pop musicians love to borrow its tunes, so don’t be … more Overview The acclaimed British pianist Benjamin Grosvenor performs Rachmaninoff’s Second Piano Concerto. Soundtrack scorers and pop musicians love to borrow its tunes, so don’t be surprised if you find yourself humming along. The Austrian composer Alexander Zemlinsky began his Technicolor orchestral fantasy Die Seejungfrau in 1902, in the wake of a painful breakup. The music might have been loosely inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid , but the subject is just an excuse for the composer to express his own feelings of betrayal, alienation, and hopeless longing. Opening this program conducted by Juraj Valčuha is a new SF Symphony commission by Kyle Rivera, winner of the Emerging Black Composers Project. less

Overview The acclaimed British pianist Benjamin Grosvenor performs Rachmaninoff’s Second Piano Concerto. Soundtrack scorers and pop musicians love to borrow its tunes, so don’t be … more Overview The acclaimed British pianist Benjamin Grosvenor performs Rachmaninoff’s Second Piano Concerto. Soundtrack scorers and pop musicians love to borrow its tunes, so don’t be surprised if you find yourself humming along. The Austrian composer Alexander Zemlinsky began his Technicolor orchestral fantasy Die Seejungfrau in 1902, in the wake of a painful breakup. The music might have been loosely inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid , but the subject is just an excuse for the composer to express his own feelings of betrayal, alienation, and hopeless longing. Opening this program conducted by Juraj Valčuha is a new SF Symphony commission by Kyle Rivera, winner of the Emerging Black Composers Project. less

Celebrating 75 years, one of the world’s leading folkloric ensembles showcases Mexican traditional dance through vibrant regional dances, music, and costumes.

The gripping intensity of John Adams’s Doctor Atomic arrives in a new production at the California Theatre led by visionary General Director Shawna Lucey. Chronicling the moral and… more The gripping intensity of John Adams’s Doctor Atomic arrives in a new production at the California Theatre led by visionary General Director Shawna Lucey. Chronicling the moral and emotional turmo… less

Anna Clyne Restless Oceans Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto Ava Pakiam, violin Beethoven Symphony No. 3 (“Eroica”)

The Danes are back! Expect uncanny ensemble chemistry and profound interpretive insight in a program of Shostakovich, Beethoven, and Gabriella Smith. Learn More

Bach's crowning masterpiece, the majestic and powerfully dramatic St. Matthew Passion, receives a special US performance during its 300th anniversary year! Learn More

Leticia Moreno, violin; Uxia Martínez Botana, bass; Matan Porat, piano; Claudio Constantini, bandoneon

Presented by Stanford Live - Drs. Ben and A. Jess Shenson Recital Series at Stanford University - Open to Public Vocal

Founded to mentor young composers, Luna Composition Lab celebrates its 10th anniversary with three world premieres and music by superstar founders Missy Mazzoli and Ellen Reid. Lea… more Founded to mentor young composers, Luna Composition Lab celebrates its 10th anniversary with three world premieres and music by superstar founders Missy Mazzoli and Ellen Reid. Learn More less

Rika Iwasaki Ellis, Frances Feldon, Rebecca Hass, Lee Heuermann, and Joyce McBride Formed in 2025, CWICO (Creative Women Improvising Composers Orchestra) came together to workshop… more Rika Iwasaki Ellis, Frances Feldon, Rebecca Hass, Lee Heuermann, and Joyce McBride Formed in 2025, CWICO (Creative Women Improvising Composers Orchestra) came together to workshop, play and perform each other’s work, creating a space for women composers to collaborate. We will feature compositions by each of our members, as well as improvised pieces. All of us come from diverse backgrounds with wide experience in many musical genres. Collectively, we bring vocal experimentation, African-American music, Brazilian music, medieval/renaissance/baroque European music, classical chamber music, singer song-writer, jazz, alternative chamber pop, new choral music, electro-acoustic, sound design, contemporary dance collaboration, new and experimental music, theatre, and East-Asian-inspired music to our group. We value the power of music to create community, and often include audience input in generating improvisations, through written prompts, picture dice, and other tools. We value being a part of the long-time Bay area tradition of radical experimentation and especially find it essential in this current time. less