This event is open to the public and no tickets are required for attendance.

This event is open to the public and no tickets are required for attendance. Franz Schubert: Piano Sonata in D Major D.850 I. Allegro vivaceJohn Garo Lonergan, piano Franz Liszt: A… more This event is open to the public and no tickets are required for attendance. Franz Schubert: Piano Sonata in D Major D.850 I. Allegro vivaceJohn Garo Lonergan, piano Franz Liszt: Après une lecture du Dante: Fantasia quasi SonataXinyu Jiang, piano 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. less

A one-night Reich extravaganza celebrating the trailblazing composer’s 90th birthday with a program of seminal works and a West Coast premiere. Learn More

The acclaimed Esmé Quartet teams up with music historian Dr. Robert Greenberg for a dynamic morning program combining expressive string quartet performances with engaging, insightf… more The acclaimed Esmé Quartet teams up with music historian Dr. Robert Greenberg for a dynamic morning program combining expressive string quartet performances with engaging, insightful commentary. less

Overview Bring the whole family to the San Francisco Symphony’s first Music for Families concert of the new season—a vibrant exploration of the animal kingdom through music! Experi… more Overview Bring the whole family to the San Francisco Symphony’s first Music for Families concert of the new season—a vibrant exploration of the animal kingdom through music! Experience music from Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Flight of the Bumblebee,” Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf , Saint-Saëns’s Carnival of the Animals , and more, as prowling cats, lumbering elephants, chirping birds, buzzing bumblebees, and all your favorite animals come to Davies Symphony Hall. 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. less

This event is open to the public and no tickets are required for attendance.Program Ludwig Van Beethoven (1770–1827): Sonata for Violin and Piano No. 9 in A Major Op. 47, "Kreutzer… more This event is open to the public and no tickets are required for attendance.Program Ludwig Van Beethoven (1770–1827): Sonata for Violin and Piano No. 9 in A Major Op. 47, "Kreutzer" I. Adagio sostenuto - Presto II. Andante con variazioni III. Finale: Presto Intermission less

Experience Jules Massenet's tragic French opera presented by the San Francisco Opera, following the passionate yet devastating romance between the luxury-seeking Manon and the devo… more Experience Jules Massenet's tragic French opera presented by the San Francisco Opera, following the passionate yet devastating romance between the luxury-seeking Manon and the devoted Chevalier des Grieux. less

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

Celebrate Symphony San Jose's 25th Anniversary Season by seeing the Symphonic Spooktacular! This Halloween, Peter Jaffe and Symphony San Jose summon music’s most legendary champion… more Celebrate Symphony San Jose's 25th Anniversary Season by seeing the Symphonic Spooktacular! This Halloween, 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

Pepe Romero, guitar

Watch a live concert come together in real time as the creative musicians of Awesöme Orchestra assemble to rehearse and perform music from KPop Demon Hunters, and selections by com… more Watch a live concert come together in real time as the creative musicians of Awesöme Orchestra assemble to rehearse and perform music from KPop Demon Hunters, and selections by composer Oscar Navarro. less

Explore the life cycle and migration of Monarch butterflies, whose arrival in Mexico often coincides with Día de Muertos. Paint your own butterfly and see a colorful altar.

Sunlight and DanceLos Esclavos Felices OvertureJuan Crisóstomo ArriagaRêverieClaude DebussyConcierto de AranjuezJoaquín RodrigoLe Boeuf sur le toit,Op. 58Darius MilhaudBallet Suite… more Sunlight and DanceLos Esclavos Felices OvertureJuan Crisóstomo ArriagaRêverieClaude DebussyConcierto de AranjuezJoaquín RodrigoLe Boeuf sur le toit,Op. 58Darius MilhaudBallet Suite La EstanciaAlberto Ginastera* Guest Perfomers from Piedmont Hills High SchoolOur second concert celebrates the warm sunlight of Spain and Latin America with a dance filled program. less

Concert 1 RACHMANINOFF AND MUSSORGSKY Sunday, October 25, 2026 4:00 PM Valley Center for the Performing Arts 3500 Mountain Blvd Oakland, CA

Cellist Miriam K. Smith and pianist Ming-Li Liu journey from Russian lyricism and folk-inspired melodies to the jazz-driven energy of Kapustin in an intimate Classical Sunday progr… more Cellist Miriam K. Smith and pianist Ming-Li Liu journey from Russian lyricism and folk-inspired melodies to the jazz-driven energy of Kapustin in an intimate Classical Sunday program full of color, contrast, and personality. less

No tickets required for this event. Guest Artists visit SFCM to share their expertise with student musicians. Program Final program details will be announced upon availability. Art… more No tickets required for this event. Guest Artists visit SFCM to share their expertise with student musicians. Program Final program details will be announced upon availability. Artists less

Overview Rafael Payare and Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal return to Davies Symphony Hall for a program featuring Shostakovich’s intensely passionate Tenth Symphony. Played here … more Overview Rafael Payare and Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal return to Davies Symphony Hall for a program featuring Shostakovich’s intensely passionate Tenth Symphony. Played here by Leonidas Kavakos, Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto sells itself: a showpiece with a heart. Please note corrected start time of 2:00pm 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

Ensemble for These Times presents emerita pianist Dale Tsang performing works by 13 composers selected from E4TT's third Call for Scores for solo piano.

Iestyn Davies, countertenor ; Oliver Wass, harp Item details Date October 25, 2026 3:00PM Additional Details Read More Hide The most respected countertenor of his generation return… more Iestyn Davies, countertenor ; Oliver Wass, harp Item details Date October 25, 2026 3:00PM Additional Details Read More Hide 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 UCB STUDENTS: All UC Berkeley Student tickets require authentication with your current UC Berkeley student ID. Until you authenticate, you will not see your 50% off discounted ticket price. less

Acclaimed sopranos Aura Versuni and Lila Khazoum are joined by pianist Daniel Lockert to perform diabolical scenes from Idomeneo, Macbeth, The Magic Flute, Anna Bolena, Hamlet, and… more Acclaimed sopranos Aura Versuni and Lila Khazoum are joined by pianist Daniel Lockert to perform diabolical scenes from Idomeneo, Macbeth, The Magic Flute, Anna Bolena, Hamlet, and Lucia di Lammermoor less

The Berkelium String Quartet is a new chamber ensemble of celebrated Bay Area musicians.

IVES COLLECTIVE FALL CONCERT New Music Meets Timeless Masterworks I By Ives Collective 39 followers 7 events 1y hosting 338 total attendees Follow Noe Valley Ministry San Francisco… more IVES COLLECTIVE FALL CONCERT New Music Meets Timeless Masterworks I By Ives Collective 39 followers 7 events 1y hosting 338 total attendees Follow Noe Valley Ministry San Francisco, CA Sunday, October 25 • 4 PM - 5:30 PM less

The Grace Note Chamber Players: from Vienna to Ragtime.

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

No tickets required for this event. Guest Artists visit SFCM to share their expertise with student musicians. Program Final program details will be announced upon availability. Art… more No tickets required for this event. Guest Artists visit SFCM to share their expertise with student musicians. Program Final program details will be announced upon availability. Artists less

Experience Jules Massenet's tragic French opera presented by the San Francisco Opera, following the passionate yet devastating romance between the luxury-seeking Manon and the devo… more Experience Jules Massenet's tragic French opera presented by the San Francisco Opera, following the passionate yet devastating romance between the luxury-seeking Manon and the devoted Chevalier des Grieux. less

SFCM Continuing Education division offers a variety of musical opportunities designed to suit all levels of interest and aspiration in both private instruction and group study. Pri… more SFCM Continuing Education division offers a variety of musical opportunities designed to suit all levels of interest and aspiration in both private instruction and group study. Private lessons with our professional faculty are available for those who wish to learn a new instrument, dust off an old one, or hone their vocal technique. less

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital hig… more Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study. ProgramFinal program details will be announced upon availability. 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. less

World-renowned French cellist Jean-Guihen Queyras and celebrated pianist Alexandre Tharaud unite for an elegant recital of classical works, presented by San Francisco Performances.

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital hig… more Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study. Program Pieces will be announced from the stage. Milan MerrittDimitrii MorovWenxi Qin less

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital hig… more Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study. ProgramFinal program details will be announced upon availability. 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. less

We invite you to experience a magnificent selection of works by one of the greatest composers in cinematic history. This unique concert brings to life a rich repertoire of Morricon… more We invite you to experience a magnificent selection of works by one of the greatest composers in cinematic history. This unique concert brings to life a rich repertoire of Morricone’s most beloved masterpieces , performed in an intimate setting as a piano recital accompanied by a string quartet. less

The sacred space of Grace Cathedral will transform into a grand movie palace for a special Halloween week screening of John S. Robertson’s 1920 adaptation of the Robert Louis Steve… more The sacred space of Grace Cathedral will transform into a grand movie palace for a special Halloween week screening of John S. Robertson’s 1920 adaptation of the Robert Louis Stevenson novella of a doctor wrestling with split identities, starring John Barrymore and featuring a live score performed on Grace’s famous pipe organ by renowned organist and composer Dorothy Papadakos . less

Kristin Lee and Sandbox Percussion

Featuring Sergei Ratichenkov on viola and Arkadi Serper on piano

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. less

Experience Jules Massenet's tragic French opera presented by the San Francisco Opera, following the passionate yet devastating romance between the luxury-seeking Manon and the devo… more Experience Jules Massenet's tragic French opera presented by the San Francisco Opera, following the passionate yet devastating romance between the luxury-seeking Manon and the devoted Chevalier des Grieux. less

SFCM’s New Music Ensemble places students in the classical music of their own time and recent generations. As a member of the ensemble, you’ll perform a variety of works written in… more SFCM’s New Music Ensemble places students in the classical music of their own time and recent generations. As a member of the ensemble, you’ll perform a variety of works written in the 20th and 21st centuries in concert each year. Personal contact with visiting composers is provided whenever possible to strengthen the bond between performer and composer, a vital aspect of today’s performing landscape today. We also present several concerts and readings of works by student composers each year. less

Fever presents Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics

Description The Baguette Quartette is Odile Lavault (chromatic button accordion and voice), Rachel Durling (violin), John Schott (acoustic guitar), and Rich Trevor (bass). They hav… more Description The Baguette Quartette is Odile Lavault (chromatic button accordion and voice), Rachel Durling (violin), John Schott (acoustic guitar), and Rich Trevor (bass). They have delighted Bay Area audiences for over 30 years with music that immediately and irresistibly brings to mind vintage Paris. Its repertoire centers on the 1920s-40s: valses musettes, tangos, pasos dobles, fox trots, marches and historic songs. less

Fever presents Candlelight: Tribute to Abba & More

Live piano music featuring Suzanne every Friday.

Chris McCarthy – An Evening of Solo Piano (Sat 10/31 - 5 pm) Sat, Oct 31 | Meyhouse Jazz San Ramon Acclaimed New York pianist and composer Chris McCarthy brings his “high skill and… more Chris McCarthy – An Evening of Solo Piano (Sat 10/31 - 5 pm) Sat, Oct 31 | Meyhouse Jazz San Ramon Acclaimed New York pianist and composer Chris McCarthy brings his “high skill and sensitivity” (The New York Times) to Meyhouse Jazz for an intimate solo piano performance, blending original music with his imaginative, deeply expressive approach to jazz. less

Chris McCarthy – An Evening of Solo Piano (Sat 10/31 - 8 pm) Sat, Oct 31 | Meyhouse Jazz San Ramon Acclaimed New York pianist and composer Chris McCarthy brings his “high skill and… more Chris McCarthy – An Evening of Solo Piano (Sat 10/31 - 8 pm) Sat, Oct 31 | Meyhouse Jazz San Ramon Acclaimed New York pianist and composer Chris McCarthy brings his “high skill and sensitivity” (The New York Times) to Meyhouse Jazz for an intimate solo piano performance, blending original music with his imaginative, deeply expressive approach to jazz. 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. less

Overview Delight in every turn of phrase as SF Symphony musicians perform together within the intimate realm of chamber music. This series showcases the 1742 Guarneri del Gesù viol… more Overview Delight in every turn of phrase as SF Symphony musicians perform together within the intimate realm of chamber music. This series showcases the 1742 Guarneri del Gesù violin on loan to Alexander Barantschik and the San Francisco Symphony from the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco. less

Ema Nikolovska, mezzo-soprano ; Sean Shibe, guitar : Orlando Variations Item details Date November 1, 2026 3:00PM Additional Details Read More Hide An eclectic program featuring ac… more Ema Nikolovska, mezzo-soprano ; Sean Shibe, guitar : Orlando Variations Item details Date November 1, 2026 3:00PM Additional Details Read More Hide An eclectic program featuring acoustic and electric music across genres and centuries––"like being awake in a vivid dream" ( The Times, London ). Learn More UCB STUDENTS: All UC Berkeley Student tickets require authentication with your current UC Berkeley student ID. Until you authenticate, you will not see your 50% off discounted ticket price. less

No tickets required for this event. In pursuit of their degrees at SFCM, each student presents a recital that represents their artistry and craft. Student Recitals feature repertoi… more No tickets required for this event. In pursuit of their degrees at SFCM, each student presents a recital that represents their artistry and craft. Student Recitals feature repertoire curated by students with guidance from their faculty instructor. Program Final program details will be announced upon availability. less

Organ Recital by Daniel Carroll (In-Person and Livestream)

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital hig… more Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study. Program Final program details will be announced upon availability. less

Final Program details will be announced upon availability

Studio Recitals feature students who all study with the same faculty instructor. These young artists represent their studio with a program curated by their teacher. Program Final p… more Studio Recitals feature students who all study with the same faculty instructor. These young artists represent their studio with a program curated by their teacher. Program Final program details will be announced upon availability. less

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital hig… more Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study. ProgramFinal program details will be announced upon availability. less

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

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital hig… more Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study. ProgramFinal program details will be announced upon availability. less

San Francisco Brass Band Thursday, November 5 at 7:30 p.m. Seraph Brass, now in its 13th season, joins the San Francisco Brass Band for a striking collaboration that combines the… more San Francisco Brass Band Thursday, November 5 at 7:30 p.m. Seraph Brass, now in its 13th season, joins the San Francisco Brass Band for a striking collaboration that combines the excitement and precision of the nation's finest brass chamber musicians with the grandeur of traditional British-Style Brass Band sound. less

Soprano Jill Morgan Brenner and pianist Paul Dab present Vermilion Border: Songs at the Threshold, an evening of contemporary American art song and opera, featuring works commissio… more Soprano Jill Morgan Brenner and pianist Paul Dab present Vermilion Border: Songs at the Threshold, an evening of contemporary American art song and opera, featuring works commissioned and premiered over the past decade. [More] less

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital hig… more Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study.This recital will feature works entirely for string ensembles as part of the composition department's String Project. ProgramFinal Program details will be announced upon availability. less

This event is open to the public and no tickets are required for attendance.

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. less

Singers from the acclaimed San Francisco vocal ensemble Conspiracy of Venus step out for a special cabaret performance. The show highlights the diverse solo talents, comedic flair,… more Singers from the acclaimed San Francisco vocal ensemble Conspiracy of Venus step out for a special cabaret performance. The show highlights the diverse solo talents, comedic flair, and musical versatility of its members. less

The Stanford Philharmonia, conducted by Paul Phillips, presents their 2026 Fall Concert program from the main stage of Bing Concert Hall featuring guest composer Melody Eötvos. Pr… more The Stanford Philharmonia, conducted by Paul Phillips, presents their 2026 Fall Concert program from the main stage of Bing Concert Hall featuring guest composer Melody Eötvos. Program Claude Debussy – Petite Suite (arranged by Henri Büsser)Darius Milhaud – Stanford SérénadeCindy Liu ‘28, oboe soloistMelody Eötvos – Red Dirt | Silver RainCalifornia premiereLudwig van Beethoven – Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21Admission Information Tickets available soon! less

Piano solo and duet works performed by pianists from the San Francisco Bay Area, with guests from Toronto

Saturday Nov 7 7:30 PM From Tc… more Saturday Nov 7 7:30 PM From Tchaikovsky to Copland less

Palo Alto Philharmonic musicians and their friends perform a delightful chamber music program in wind, string, and brass ensembles.

*** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Rejoice and Be Merry Aeternum California’s Professional Vocal Ensemble Bailey Cooke, conductor Described by San Francisco Classical Voice as “The Bay … more *** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Rejoice and Be Merry Aeternum California’s Professional Vocal Ensemble Bailey Cooke, conductor Described by San Francisco Classical Voice as “The Bay Area’s latest and greatest master chorus”, Aeternum is a professional vocal ensemble of the top choral singers from across the US and the UK. Experience Christmas favorites from the English choral tradition alongside wintery works and dazzling arrangements of beloved carols from the renaissance to today! less

*** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Old First Concerts Festival Gala 2026 Just like last year, we will have three sets of amazing music, two intermissions filled with food and beverages,… more *** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Old First Concerts Festival Gala 2026 Just like last year, we will have three sets of amazing music, two intermissions filled with food and beverages, and admission is free! This year, we are excited to welcome the 2025 Opera America Composer of the Year Jake Heggie, who debuted his work at Old First Concerts nearly 30 years ago! less

Perfect for Thanksgiving, this heartwarming program of American choral music captures the spirit of home, gratitude, and togetherness — from the peaceful, nature-inspired sounds of… more Perfect for Thanksgiving, this heartwarming program of American choral music captures the spirit of home, gratitude, and togetherness — from the peaceful, nature-inspired sounds of Argento's Walden Pond to the comforting, familiar warmth of Paulus' The Road Home . You'll also hear the joyful Still I Rise , a powerful and uplifting song of hope and strength. Rounding out the evening are stunning pieces by Persichetti, Whitacre, and Lauridsen, plus more wonderful music to enjoy. less

Journey through three centuries of music with CMC faculty celebrating the unique beauty of the piano trio — violin, cello, and piano. Begin with the elegance of Baroque and Classic… more Journey through three centuries of music with CMC faculty celebrating the unique beauty of the piano trio — violin, cello, and piano. Begin with the elegance of Baroque and Classical trios, move through the rich harmonies of the Romantic era, and explore early 20th-century styles, including Latin and film music. The program will include works […] less

Jean Rondeau, harpsichord : All-French Baroque Program Item details Date November 8, 2026 3:00PM Additional Details Read More Hide "At the forefront of using the [harpsichord] in n… more Jean Rondeau, harpsichord : All-French Baroque Program Item details Date November 8, 2026 3:00PM Additional Details Read More Hide "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 UCB STUDENTS: All UC Berkeley Student tickets require authentication with your current UC Berkeley student ID. less

Sunday Nov 8 4:00 PM From Tcha… more Sunday Nov 8 4:00 PM From Tchaikovsky to Copland less

George Enescu: Dixtour for Double Wind Quintet, Bela Bartok: Dances of Transylvania, Louise Farrenc: Symphony No. 3

This class is co-sponsored by Philharmonia Baroque OrchestraThis event is open to the public and no tickets are required for attendance.

*** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Rejoice and Be Merry Aeternum California’s Professional Vocal Ensemble Bailey Cooke, conductor Described by San Francisco Classical Voice as “The Bay … more *** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Rejoice and Be Merry Aeternum California’s Professional Vocal Ensemble Bailey Cooke, conductor Described by San Francisco Classical Voice as “The Bay Area’s latest and greatest master chorus”, Aeternum is a professional vocal ensemble of the top choral singers from across the US and the UK. Experience Christmas favorites from the English choral tradition alongside wintery works and dazzling arrangements of beloved carols from the renaissance to today! less

*** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Old First Concerts Festival Gala 2026 Just like last year, we will have three sets of amazing music, two intermissions filled with food and beverages,… more *** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Old First Concerts Festival Gala 2026 Just like last year, we will have three sets of amazing music, two intermissions filled with food and beverages, and admission is free! This year, we are excited to welcome the 2025 Opera America Composer of the Year Jake Heggie, who debuted his work at Old First Concerts nearly 30 years ago! less

*** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Lux Aeterna: Carols by Candlelight Young Women’s Chorus of San Francisco Matthew Otto, Artistic & Executive Director Molly Langr, harp The Young Women… more *** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Lux Aeterna: Carols by Candlelight Young Women’s Chorus of San Francisco Matthew Otto, Artistic & Executive Director Molly Langr, harp The Young Women’s Chorus of San Francisco, joined by Molly Langr on harp, performs the California premieres of Lux Aeterna by Oliva Sparkhall (UK) and Ushās – Goddess of Dawn and Priestess by Shruthi Rajasekar (USA). less

*** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Carols and Candlelight Ragazzi Boys Chorus, Silicon Valley Kent Jue, Artistic & Executive Director GRAMMY Award-winning Ragazzi Boys Chorus, Silicon V… more *** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Carols and Candlelight Ragazzi Boys Chorus, Silicon Valley Kent Jue, Artistic & Executive Director GRAMMY Award-winning Ragazzi Boys Chorus, Silicon Valley, provides outstanding musical education and performance opportunities for boys and young men ages 5 to 18. The largest boys’ chorus in the San Francisco Bay Area, Ragazzi serves more than 200 choristers in six tiered levels. 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. less

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

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital hig… more Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study.ProgramFinal program details will be announced upon availability. less

No tickets required for this event. In pursuit of their degrees at SFCM, each student presents a recital that represents their artistry and craft. Student Recitals feature repertoi… more No tickets required for this event. In pursuit of their degrees at SFCM, each student presents a recital that represents their artistry and craft. Student Recitals feature repertoire curated by students with guidance from their faculty instructor. Program Final program details will be announced upon availability. less

The Sharp Quartet presents a program of music by Schubert

Presented by Stanford Live - Open to Public Classical

Overview Pianist Hélène Grimaud takes center stage in a recital that highlights her breathtaking intuition and inventiveness in vast sonatas by Beethoven and Schubert.

A long-time staff accompanist at SFCM, Kristin Pankonin drew students, faculty members, and guest artists into her orbit by force of her compelling artistry, skill, commitment, and… more A long-time staff accompanist at SFCM, Kristin Pankonin drew students, faculty members, and guest artists into her orbit by force of her compelling artistry, skill, commitment, and humor. She moved audiences around the world through countless recitals. Those fortunate enough to share the stage with her would say that she had “it,” a hard-to-define quality that made for particularly rich and satisfying music-making. less

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital hig… more Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study. ProgramFinal program details will be announced upon availability. less

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital hig… more Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study. Program Final program details will be announced upon availability. less

The Stanford Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Paul Phillips, presents their 2026 Fall Concert program from the main stage of Bing Concert Hall. Program Wang Lu – SurgeCalifornia … more The Stanford Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Paul Phillips, presents their 2026 Fall Concert program from the main stage of Bing Concert Hall. Program Wang Lu – SurgeCalifornia premiereFranz Liszt – Orpheus (Symphonic Poem No. 4)Sean Tan ‘27, conductorPaul Phillips – Concordia MundiWorld premiereGustav Mahler – Symphony No. 1 in D Major, “Titan” Admission Information Tickets available soon! less

No tickets required for this event. In pursuit of their degrees at SFCM, each student presents a recital that represents their artistry and craft. Student Recitals feature repertoi… more No tickets required for this event. In pursuit of their degrees at SFCM, each student presents a recital that represents their artistry and craft. Student Recitals feature repertoire curated by students with guidance from their faculty instructor. Program Final program details will be announced upon availability. 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 . 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. less

Kick off the weekend with free live music in Golden Gate Park! Bring your favorite drinks, tasty snacks, and enjoy this all-ages show featuring Sunset Community Band

The Stanford Wind Symphony takes audiences on a vibrant musical journey from the ancient streets of Rome in Respighi’s evocative I Pini di Roma to the breathtaking landscapes of Ya… more The Stanford Wind Symphony takes audiences on a vibrant musical journey from the ancient streets of Rome in Respighi’s evocative I Pini di Roma to the breathtaking landscapes of Yagisawa’s Machu Picchu, alongside the luminous energy of Mackey’s Aurora Awakes and the youthful exuberance of Reed’s The Hounds of Spring. less

Daniel Strebulaev: Overture[World Premiere] Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto — featuring violin soloist In Sun Jang Felix Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 4, Italian Mello Concer… more Daniel Strebulaev: Overture[World Premiere] Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto — featuring violin soloist In Sun Jang Felix Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 4, Italian Mello Concerts: Online/Advance ticket sales for Sunday matinee concerts at the Mello end at 7:30pm the evening before the concert. Any remaining tickets available at the door. Student Rush: Students are eligible for $15 tickets 90 minutes prior to each regular Symphony concert. Students must present valid student identification. 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. less

Ignored and, in some cases, outwardly reviled during his early years of composition for the consonant qualities of his music, Belgian Erik Lotichius (1929–2015) nonetheless achieve… more Ignored and, in some cases, outwardly reviled during his early years of composition for the consonant qualities of his music, Belgian Erik Lotichius (1929–2015) nonetheless achieved recognition late in life for his fusion of classical structure with gestures and systems borrowed from jazz and minimalism. Tonight’s concert features selections from Anaitalrax, a series of 25 compositions that Lotichius worked on between 1983 and 2013. less

The Stanford Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Paul Phillips, presents their 2026 Fall Concert program from the main stage of Bing Concert Hall. Program Wang Lu – SurgeCalifornia … more The Stanford Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Paul Phillips, presents their 2026 Fall Concert program from the main stage of Bing Concert Hall. Program Wang Lu – SurgeCalifornia premiereFranz Liszt – Orpheus (Symphonic Poem No. 4)Sean Tan ‘27, conductorPaul Phillips – Concordia MundiWorld premiereGustav Mahler – Symphony No. 1 in D Major, “Titan” Admission Information Tickets available soon! less

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From the lyricism of Bach and Beethoven to the fiery virtuosity of Sarasate’s Zigeunerweisen , the program moves through some of the violin repertoire’s most expressive works. The … more From the lyricism of Bach and Beethoven to the fiery virtuosity of Sarasate’s Zigeunerweisen , the program moves through some of the violin repertoire’s most expressive works. The second half brings the dreamlike world of Prokofiev’s First Violin Concerto, Amy Beach’s intimate Romance , and the folk-inspired energy of Bartók’s Rhapsody No. 1 . less

No tickets required for this event. In pursuit of their degrees at SFCM, each student presents a recital that represents their artistry and craft. Student Recitals feature repertoi… more No tickets required for this event. In pursuit of their degrees at SFCM, each student presents a recital that represents their artistry and craft. Student Recitals feature repertoire curated by students with guidance from their faculty instructor. Program Final program details will be announced upon availability. less

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments throug

*** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Rejoice and Be Merry Aeternum California’s Professional Vocal Ensemble Bailey Cooke, conductor Described by San Francisco Classical Voice as “The Bay … more *** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Rejoice and Be Merry Aeternum California’s Professional Vocal Ensemble Bailey Cooke, conductor Described by San Francisco Classical Voice as “The Bay Area’s latest and greatest master chorus”, Aeternum is a professional vocal ensemble of the top choral singers from across the US and the UK. Experience Christmas favorites from the English choral tradition alongside wintery works and dazzling arrangements of beloved carols from the renaissance to today! less

*** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Old First Concerts Festival Gala 2026 Just like last year, we will have three sets of amazing music, two intermissions filled with food and beverages,… more *** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Old First Concerts Festival Gala 2026 Just like last year, we will have three sets of amazing music, two intermissions filled with food and beverages, and admission is free! This year, we are excited to welcome the 2025 Opera America Composer of the Year Jake Heggie, who debuted his work at Old First Concerts nearly 30 years ago! less

*** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Lux Aeterna: Carols by Candlelight Young Women’s Chorus of San Francisco Matthew Otto, Artistic & Executive Director Molly Langr, harp The Young Women… more *** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Lux Aeterna: Carols by Candlelight Young Women’s Chorus of San Francisco Matthew Otto, Artistic & Executive Director Molly Langr, harp The Young Women’s Chorus of San Francisco, joined by Molly Langr on harp, performs the California premieres of Lux Aeterna by Oliva Sparkhall (UK) and Ushās – Goddess of Dawn and Priestess by Shruthi Rajasekar (USA). less

*** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Carols and Candlelight Ragazzi Boys Chorus, Silicon Valley Kent Jue, Artistic & Executive Director GRAMMY Award-winning Ragazzi Boys Chorus, Silicon V… more *** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Carols and Candlelight Ragazzi Boys Chorus, Silicon Valley Kent Jue, Artistic & Executive Director GRAMMY Award-winning Ragazzi Boys Chorus, Silicon Valley, provides outstanding musical education and performance opportunities for boys and young men ages 5 to 18. The largest boys’ chorus in the San Francisco Bay Area, Ragazzi serves more than 200 choristers in six tiered levels. 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. less

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’ dreams of love while clinging to the customs that provide his world’s structural integrity. less

No tickets required for this event. Guest Artists visit SFCM to share their expertise with student musicians. Program Final program details will be announced upon availability. Art… more No tickets required for this event. Guest Artists visit SFCM to share their expertise with student musicians. Program Final program details will be announced upon availability. Artists less

The SFCM Opera and Musical Theatre program draws exceptionally talented young singers from around the world and provides them with advanced training in vocal style, acting, stage m… more The SFCM Opera and Musical Theatre program draws exceptionally talented young singers from around the world and provides them with advanced training in vocal style, acting, stage movement, and other essentials of stagecraft. Each year, SFCM produces four fully staged opera and musical theatre productions with full or chamber orchestra. less

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

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’ dreams of love while clinging to the customs that provide his world’s structural integrity. less

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital hig… more Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study. ProgramFinal program details will be announced upon availability. less

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’ dreams of love while clinging to the customs that provide his world’s structural integrity. less

Lise Davidsen, soprano ; James Baillieu, piano Item details Date November 19, 2026 7:30PM Additional Details Read More Hide “The greatest soprano in the world” ( Telegraph ) Lise D… more Lise Davidsen, soprano ; James Baillieu, piano Item details Date November 19, 2026 7:30PM Additional Details Read More Hide “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 UCB STUDENTS: All UC Berkeley Student tickets require authentication with your current UC Berkeley student ID. Until you authenticate, you will not see your 50% off discounted ticket price. less

Program details to be announced.

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. less

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’ dreams of love while clinging to the customs that provide his world’s structural integrity. less

The Complete Philip Glass Piano Etudes Item details Date November 20, 2026 7:30PM Additional Details Read More Hide A marathon tribute to Philip Glass' 90th! 10 pianists perform al… more The Complete Philip Glass Piano Etudes Item details Date November 20, 2026 7:30PM Additional Details Read More Hide A marathon tribute to Philip Glass' 90th! 10 pianists perform all 20 Glass Piano Etudes—“portals into Glass’ world” ( New York Times ). Learn More UCB STUDENTS: All UC Berkeley Student tickets require authentication with your current UC Berkeley student ID. Until you authenticate, you will not see your 50% off discounted ticket price. Tickets are limited to one per student. less

The Stanford Symphonic Chorus, under the direction of Stephen M. Sano, presents their 2026 Fall Concert program from the main stage of Bing Concert Hall with the Stanford Chamber C… more The Stanford Symphonic Chorus, under the direction of Stephen M. Sano, presents their 2026 Fall Concert program from the main stage of Bing Concert Hall with the Stanford Chamber Chorale and the Peninsula Symphony Orchestra conducted by Mitchell Sardou Klein. Program Ralph Vaughan Williams – Toward the Unknown RegionWilliam Walton – Crown ImperialAnna Clyne – This MomentRalph Vaughan Williams – Serenade to MusicEdward Elgar – Cockaigne Overture Admission Information Tickets available soon! less

This event is open to the public and no tickets are required for attendance.

Email * Name First Last Address Street Address City Alabama Alaska American Samoa Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Gua… more Email * Name First Last Address Street Address City Alabama Alaska American Samoa Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Guam Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Northern Mariana Islands Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Puerto Rico Rhode Island South… 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. less

Candlelight Concerts in The Grove: Santa Cruz Event Center October 2026-February 2027* Enjoy a concert by Listeso String Quartet illuminated by candlelight! *Dates and times… more Candlelight Concerts in The Grove: Santa Cruz Event Center October 2026-February 2027* Enjoy a concert by Listeso String Quartet illuminated by candlelight! *Dates and times vary. More Info less

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’ dreams of love while clinging to the customs that provide his world’s structural integrity. 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!

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. 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. less

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’ dreams of love while clinging to the customs that provide his world’s structural integrity. less

Program includes Charles Ives: Symphony No. 2; and Maurice Ravel: Le Tombeau de Couperin. Includes pre-concert talk at 2:40 PM.

SERGEI RACHMANINOFF Piano Concerto No. 2 Galaxy Su, piano ARAM KHACHATURIAN Adagio of Spartacus and Phrygia (from Spartacus) MODEST MUSSORGSKY Pictures at an Exhibition (orch. Ra… more SERGEI RACHMANINOFF Piano Concerto No. 2 Galaxy Su, piano ARAM KHACHATURIAN Adagio of Spartacus and Phrygia (from Spartacus) MODEST MUSSORGSKY Pictures at an Exhibition (orch. Ravel) 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. less

Led by Artistic Director Kev Choice, this symphonic performance brings together a 60-piece orchestra, choir, and special guests to celebrate the music of the Black Diaspora. The pr… more Led by Artistic Director Kev Choice, this symphonic performance brings together a 60-piece orchestra, choir, and special guests to celebrate the music of the Black Diaspora. The program bridges classical traditions with hip-hop, jazz, and soul for a vibrant, community-centered musical showcase. less

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’ dreams of love while clinging to the customs that provide his world’s structural integrity. less

<!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}-->An evening of Choral Music featuring pefromances from the Treble Choir, Glee Club, Vocal Jazz Ensemble, and … more <!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}-->An evening of Choral Music featuring pefromances from the Treble Choir, Glee Club, Vocal Jazz Ensemble, and two acapella groups the Spartones and Spartan Stellas! 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. less

with special guest Craig Bartlett

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’ dreams of love while clinging to the customs that provide his world’s structural integrity. less

with special guest Craig Bartlett

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’ dreams of love while clinging to the customs that provide his world’s structural integrity. less

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’ dreams of love while clinging to the customs that provide his world’s structural integrity. less

Overview Lights, Camera, Music!: Watch Steven Spielberg’s Hook on the big screen at Davies Symphony Hall as John Williams’s score is performed live by the SF Symphony. Kids’ Ticket… more Overview Lights, Camera, Music!: Watch Steven Spielberg’s Hook on the big screen at Davies Symphony Hall as John Williams’s score is performed live by the SF Symphony. 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

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’ dreams of love while clinging to the customs that provide his world’s structural integrity. less

Overview Lights, Camera, Music!: Watch Steven Spielberg’s Hook on the big screen at Davies Symphony Hall as John Williams’s score is performed live by the SF Symphony. Kids’ Ticket… more Overview Lights, Camera, Music!: Watch Steven Spielberg’s Hook on the big screen at Davies Symphony Hall as John Williams’s score is performed live by the SF Symphony. 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

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’ dreams of love while clinging to the customs that provide his world’s structural integrity. less

Fever presents Candlelight: Tribute to Abba & More

Fever presents Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer

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’ dreams of love while clinging to the customs that provide his world’s structural integrity. less

Overview Settle in as violinist Hilary Hahn, baritone Matthias Goerne, and pianist Gloria Chien present a recital at Davies Symphony Hall, featuring a new SF Symphony-commissioned … more Overview Settle in as violinist Hilary Hahn, baritone Matthias Goerne, and pianist Gloria Chien present a recital at Davies Symphony Hall, featuring a new SF Symphony-commissioned work by Reena Esmail alongside favorite chamber and vocal works by Beethoven and Bach. less

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital hig… more Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study. Program Final program details will be announced upon availability. less

In pursuit of their degrees at SFCM, each student presents a recital that represents their artistry and craft. Student Recitals feature repertoire curated by students with guidance… more In pursuit of their degrees at SFCM, each student presents a recital that represents their artistry and craft. Student Recitals feature repertoire curated by students with guidance from their faculty instructor. ProgramFinal program details will be announced upon availability. less

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital hig… more Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study.ProgramFinal program details will be announced upon availability. less

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital hig… more Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study. ProgramFinal Program details will be announced upon availability less

Overview Stir things up with the wildly popular, internationally flavored ensemble, Pink Martini. Drawing inspiration from a global blend of cabaret, samba, retro pop, and jazz, th… more Overview Stir things up with the wildly popular, internationally flavored ensemble, Pink Martini. Drawing inspiration from a global blend of cabaret, samba, retro pop, and jazz, the ensemble joins forces with the San Francisco Symphony for a scintillating performance to kick off the holiday season. less

<!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}-->Step beyond the edge of daylight for an evening of music inspired by darkness, mystery, and the night. Featu… more <!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}-->Step beyond the edge of daylight for an evening of music inspired by darkness, mystery, and the night. Featuring works by Dmitri Shostakovich, Amy Beach, James Barnes, and Armando Bayolo, Dark/Night explores the many faces of darkness, from shadowed stillness and haunting visions to menace, mystery, and the unknown. less

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital hig… more Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study. ProgramFinal Program details will be announced upon availability. less

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital hig… more Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study. Program Final program details will be announced upon availability. less

*** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Carols and Candlelight Ragazzi Boys Chorus, Silicon Valley Kent Jue, Artistic & Executive Director GRAMMY Award-winning Ragazzi Boys Chorus, Silicon V… more *** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Carols and Candlelight Ragazzi Boys Chorus, Silicon Valley Kent Jue, Artistic & Executive Director GRAMMY Award-winning Ragazzi Boys Chorus, Silicon Valley, provides outstanding musical education and performance opportunities for boys and young men ages 5 to 18. The largest boys’ chorus in the San Francisco Bay Area, Ragazzi serves more than 200 choristers in six tiered levels. less

Let your spirits soar with music, laughter, and a healthy dose of holiday sparkle! Whether you're humming along to Sleigh Ride , singing It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year , … more Let your spirits soar with music, laughter, and a healthy dose of holiday sparkle! Whether you're humming along to Sleigh Ride , singing It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year , or grooving to holiday hits from Elton John, Ariana Grande, and Celine Dion, SFGMC has your soundtrack to the season covered. Heartfelt, hilarious, and fabulously festive, Holiday Spectacular brings families, friends, and chosen family together for a tradition that shines brighter every year. less

Overview George Frideric Handel’s Messiah was an instant classic soon after its 1742 premiere and has been a holiday tradition around the world ever since. Through a dramatic serie… more Overview George Frideric Handel’s Messiah was an instant classic soon after its 1742 premiere and has been a holiday tradition around the world ever since. Through a dramatic series of arias, recitatives, and choruses, Handel offers a musical meditation on Christ’s birth, life, and resurrection—and his message of redemption. Ruben Valenzuela leads the SF Symphony and Chorus in this perennial favorite. less

Fever presents Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi

| 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

Fever presents Candlelight: Vivaldi's Four Seasons and More

Overview George Frideric Handel’s Messiah was an instant classic soon after its 1742 premiere and has been a holiday tradition around the world ever since. Through a dramatic serie… more Overview George Frideric Handel’s Messiah was an instant classic soon after its 1742 premiere and has been a holiday tradition around the world ever since. Through a dramatic series of arias, recitatives, and choruses, Handel offers a musical meditation on Christ’s birth, life, and resurrection—and his message of redemption. Ruben Valenzuela leads the SF Symphony and Chorus in this perennial favorite. less

Fever presents Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital hig… more Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study. Program Final program details will be announced upon availability. less

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. less

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

SFCM’s Faculty Artist Series is presented as an annual concert series featuring SFCM faculty in performance. This series showcases our world-class faculty to our community and audi… more SFCM’s Faculty Artist Series is presented as an annual concert series featuring SFCM faculty in performance. This series showcases our world-class faculty to our community and audience members in personally curated repertoire. ProgramFinal Program details will be announced upon availability Featured ArtistsJonathan Vinocour, viola less

<!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}-->Join the SJSU Symphony Orchestra to close out the end of the Fall semester with Philip Glass's mesmerizing S… more <!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}-->Join the SJSU Symphony Orchestra to close out the end of the Fall semester with Philip Glass's mesmerizing Symphony No. 4, "Heroes." The SJSU Symphony Orchestra is under the direction of Dr. Fred Cohen less

The holiday tradition continues! Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis has been America’s favorite holiday tradition for over 40 years! Grammy Award winner Chip Davis has cr… more The holiday tradition continues! Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis has been America’s favorite holiday tradition for over 40 years! Grammy Award winner Chip Davis has created a show that features Mannheim Steamroller Christmas classics in the distinctive Mannheim sound. The program includes 15 musicians playing more than 20 instruments against a backdrop of dazzling multimedia effects – capturing the spirit of the season in an immersive yet intimate setting. less

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

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital hig… more Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study. Program Final program details will be announced upon availability. less

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A Holiday Extravaganza with Roberto Berrocal Genre: Classical Piano Instagram | Facebook | YouTube Roberto Berrocal is an internationally acclaimed concert pianist, cultural ambass… more A Holiday Extravaganza with Roberto Berrocal Genre: Classical Piano Instagram | Facebook | YouTube Roberto Berrocal is an internationally acclaimed concert pianist, cultural ambassador, and Artistic Director, knighted by His Majesty King Felipe VI of Spain in recognition of his outstanding contributions to Spanish culture in the United States. less

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital hig… more Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study. Program Final program details will be announced upon availability. 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, audience sing-alongs, and the ever-popular Twelve Days of Silicon Valley . 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

*** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Rejoice and Be Merry Aeternum California’s Professional Vocal Ensemble Bailey Cooke, conductor Described by San Francisco Classical Voice as “The Bay … more *** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Rejoice and Be Merry Aeternum California’s Professional Vocal Ensemble Bailey Cooke, conductor Described by San Francisco Classical Voice as “The Bay Area’s latest and greatest master chorus”, Aeternum is a professional vocal ensemble of the top choral singers from across the US and the UK. Experience Christmas favorites from the English choral tradition alongside wintery works and dazzling arrangements of beloved carols from the renaissance to today! less

*** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Lux Aeterna: Carols by Candlelight Young Women’s Chorus of San Francisco Matthew Otto, Artistic & Executive Director Molly Langr, harp The Young Women… more *** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Lux Aeterna: Carols by Candlelight Young Women’s Chorus of San Francisco Matthew Otto, Artistic & Executive Director Molly Langr, harp The Young Women’s Chorus of San Francisco, joined by Molly Langr on harp, performs the California premieres of Lux Aeterna by Oliva Sparkhall (UK) and Ushās – Goddess of Dawn and Priestess by Shruthi Rajasekar (USA). less

<!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}-->Celebrate the Holiday Season with the final SJSU Choirs Concert of the year. Performances by both the SJSU C… more <!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}-->Celebrate the Holiday Season with the final SJSU Choirs Concert of the year. Performances by both the SJSU Concert Choir under the Direction of Dr. Corie Brown and the SJSU Choraliers under the direction of Dr. Jeffrey Benson. 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

*** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Old First Concerts Festival Gala 2026 Just like last year, we will have three sets of amazing music, two intermissions filled with food and beverages,… more *** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Old First Concerts Festival Gala 2026 Just like last year, we will have three sets of amazing music, two intermissions filled with food and beverages, and admission is free! This year, we are excited to welcome the 2025 Opera America Composer of the Year Jake Heggie, who debuted his work at Old First Concerts nearly 30 years ago! less

*** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Lux Aeterna: Carols by Candlelight Young Women’s Chorus of San Francisco Matthew Otto, Artistic & Executive Director Molly Langr, harp The Young Women… more *** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Lux Aeterna: Carols by Candlelight Young Women’s Chorus of San Francisco Matthew Otto, Artistic & Executive Director Molly Langr, harp The Young Women’s Chorus of San Francisco, joined by Molly Langr on harp, performs the California premieres of Lux Aeterna by Oliva Sparkhall (UK) and Ushās – Goddess of Dawn and Priestess by Shruthi Rajasekar (USA). less

*** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Carols and Candlelight Ragazzi Boys Chorus, Silicon Valley Kent Jue, Artistic & Executive Director GRAMMY Award-winning Ragazzi Boys Chorus, Silicon V… more *** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Carols and Candlelight Ragazzi Boys Chorus, Silicon Valley Kent Jue, Artistic & Executive Director GRAMMY Award-winning Ragazzi Boys Chorus, Silicon Valley, provides outstanding musical education and performance opportunities for boys and young men ages 5 to 18. The largest boys’ chorus in the San Francisco Bay Area, Ragazzi serves more than 200 choristers in six tiered levels. less

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

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

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

Let your spirits soar with the California Symphony’s Holiday Traditions concert, featuring brass, percussion, and organ in a vibrant celebration of Christmas and seasonal music. Th… more Let your spirits soar with the California Symphony’s Holiday Traditions concert, featuring brass, percussion, and organ in a vibrant celebration of Christmas and seasonal music. The program moves from quiet reflection to joyful rhythmic celebration, blending familiar holiday carols like Hark! The Herald Angels Sing and Carol of the Bells with selections from Bach’s Christmas Oratorio, spanning centuries of classical and folk holiday music. less

*** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Rejoice and Be Merry Aeternum California’s Professional Vocal Ensemble Bailey Cooke, conductor Described by San Francisco Classical Voice as “The Bay … more *** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Rejoice and Be Merry Aeternum California’s Professional Vocal Ensemble Bailey Cooke, conductor Described by San Francisco Classical Voice as “The Bay Area’s latest and greatest master chorus”, Aeternum is a professional vocal ensemble of the top choral singers from across the US and the UK. Experience Christmas favorites from the English choral tradition alongside wintery works and dazzling arrangements of beloved carols from the renaissance to today! less

*** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Lux Aeterna: Carols by Candlelight Young Women’s Chorus of San Francisco Matthew Otto, Artistic & Executive Director Molly Langr, harp The Young Women… more *** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Lux Aeterna: Carols by Candlelight Young Women’s Chorus of San Francisco Matthew Otto, Artistic & Executive Director Molly Langr, harp The Young Women’s Chorus of San Francisco, joined by Molly Langr on harp, performs the California premieres of Lux Aeterna by Oliva Sparkhall (UK) and Ushās – Goddess of Dawn and Priestess by Shruthi Rajasekar (USA). less

*** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Carols and Candlelight Ragazzi Boys Chorus, Silicon Valley Kent Jue, Artistic & Executive Director GRAMMY Award-winning Ragazzi Boys Chorus, Silicon V… more *** LIVE STREAM LINK HERE *** Carols and Candlelight Ragazzi Boys Chorus, Silicon Valley Kent Jue, Artistic & Executive Director GRAMMY Award-winning Ragazzi Boys Chorus, Silicon Valley, provides outstanding musical education and performance opportunities for boys and young men ages 5 to 18. The largest boys’ chorus in the San Francisco Bay Area, Ragazzi serves more than 200 choristers in six tiered levels. 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.

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus: Holiday Spectacular 2026! Item details Date December 19, 2026 1:00PM Additional Details Read More Hide A uniquely Bay Area holiday pageant filled wi… more San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus: Holiday Spectacular 2026! Item details Date December 19, 2026 1:00PM Additional Details Read More Hide A uniquely Bay Area holiday pageant filled with seasonal earworms, campy sketches, and delicious satire. Learn More UCB STUDENTS: All UC Berkeley Student tickets require authentication with your current UC Berkeley student ID. Until you authenticate, you will not see your 50% off discounted ticket price. Tickets are limited to one per student. less

Saturday Dec 19 2:00 PM Holida… more Saturday Dec 19 2:00 PM Holiday Traditions less

The San Jose Nutcracker takes place in San Jose at the turn of the last century . This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including … more The San Jose Nutcracker takes place in San Jose at the turn of the last century . This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including a growing replica of the historic San Jose Light Tower and a skyline of San Jose inspired by the city in 1905. 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.

| 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

The San Jose Nutcracker takes place in San Jose at the turn of the last century . This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including … more The San Jose Nutcracker takes place in San Jose at the turn of the last century . This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including a growing replica of the historic San Jose Light Tower and a skyline of San Jose inspired by the city in 1905. 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.

TUBA CHRISTMAS IS BACK! It's an El Rio tradition! Tuba Christmas is back on the patio! Join us for holiday cheer with a live tuba performance! Sunday, December 20th 5pm / Patio… more TUBA CHRISTMAS IS BACK! It's an El Rio tradition! Tuba Christmas is back on the patio! Join us for holiday cheer with a live tuba performance! Sunday, December 20th 5pm / Patio Free / 21+ less

The San Jose Nutcracker takes place in San Jose at the turn of the last century . This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including … more The San Jose Nutcracker takes place in San Jose at the turn of the last century . This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including a growing replica of the historic San Jose Light Tower and a skyline of San Jose inspired by the city in 1905. less

The San Jose Nutcracker takes place in San Jose at the turn of the last century. This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including a… more The San Jose Nutcracker takes place in San Jose at the turn of the last century. This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including a growing replica of the historic San Jose Light Tower and a skyline of San Jose inspired by the city in 1905. less

The San Jose Nutcracker takes place in San Jose at the turn of the last century . This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including … more The San Jose Nutcracker takes place in San Jose at the turn of the last century . This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including a growing replica of the historic San Jose Light Tower and a skyline of San Jose inspired by the city in 1905. less

The San Jose Nutcracker takes place in San Jose at the turn of the last century. This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including a… more The San Jose Nutcracker takes place in San Jose at the turn of the last century. This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including a growing replica of the historic San Jose Light Tower and a skyline of San Jose inspired by the city in 1905. less

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

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

The San Jose Nutcracker takes place in San Jose at the turn of the last century . This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including … more The San Jose Nutcracker takes place in San Jose at the turn of the last century . This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including a growing replica of the historic San Jose Light Tower and a skyline of San Jose inspired by the city in 1905. less

The San Jose Nutcracker takes place in San Jose at the turn of the last century . This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including … more The San Jose Nutcracker takes place in San Jose at the turn of the last century . This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including a growing replica of the historic San Jose Light Tower and a skyline of San Jose inspired by the city in 1905. less

The San Jose Nutcracker takes place in San Jose at the turn of the last century. This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including a… more The San Jose Nutcracker takes place in San Jose at the turn of the last century. This unique production features landmarks of the era, with dazzling new scenic elements including a growing replica of the historic San Jose Light Tower and a skyline of San Jose inspired by the city in 1905. less

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

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.

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