Handel's TOLOMEO to be Presented by Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra & Chorale
Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra & Chorale is launching a new chapter in its artistic history with a semi-staged production of Handel's Tolomeo.
San Francisco / Bay Area Classical Music News Coverage
The latest news on performances of Classical Music in San Francisco / Bay Area.
SONIC LIVE IN CONCERT to Launch Global Tour With US and UK Premieres
Senbla and SEGA announced Sonic Live In Concert, a new concert experience celebrating 35 years of the franchise, with US and UK premieres featuring a live orchestra, rock musicians, and vocalists performing music from across the Sonic universe.
Elim Chan Named Next Music Director of the San Francisco Symphony
Elim Chan will become The San Francisco Symphony's next Music Director, beginning in September 2027.
SYMPHONIC WORLD CUP to Close Symphony San Jose's Season
Symphony San Jose will present SYMPHONIC WORLD CUP as its season finale at the California Theatre in downtown San Jose, featuring harpist Katherine Siochi performing Ginastera's Harp Concerto alongside works by Nielsen and Shostakovich.
The San Francisco Conservatory of Music Kaimana Quartet Returns to the Hawai'i Chamber Music Festival
The San Francisco Conservatory of Music's Kaimana Quartet will perform and teach at the alumni-founded Hawai'i Chamber Music Festival, continuing a multi-year partnership with the tuition-free Young Artists Program in Honolulu.
Video: San Francisco Opera Scene Shop Foreperson John Del Bono on 30 Years of Bringing Grand Opera to Life
San Francisco Opera has released a video featuring Scene Shop Foreperson John Del Bono, who reflects on his nearly 30-year career with the company and how donor support makes grand opera possible on the West Coast.
Richard Strauss' ELEKTRA with Eun Sun Kim Will Come to San Francisco Opera
San Francisco Opera will present Richard Strauss' ELEKTRA, led by Music Director Eun Sun Kim, in Keith Warner's contemporary museum staging featuring a cast including Elena Pankratova and Elza van den Heever.
San Francisco Symphony Will Present SUMMER WITH THE SYMPHONY at Davies Hall & Beyond
The San Francisco Symphony announced its summer season, featuring classical programs, film concerts, and performances with Andrew Bird, Sutton Foster, Kelli O'Hara, A.
Symphony San Jose Will Perform SYMPHONIC WORLD CUP to Close 2025-26 Season
Symphony San Jose will present SYMPHONIC WORLD CUP at the California Theatre in downtown San Jose, featuring works by Nielsen, Ginastera, and Shostakovich, with harpist Katherine Siochi as soloist.
Yo-Yo Ma, Herb Alpert, and More Join the San Francisco Symphony in June
The San Francisco Symphony will present a month of Orchestral Series programs led by guest conductors, plus a special concert with cellist Yo-Yo Ma and a performance by Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass at Davies Symphony Hall.
Steinway Society - The Bay Area Unveils 32nd Season Lineup
Steinway Society - The Bay Area announced its upcoming 32nd concert season, featuring six internationally acclaimed pianists performing live at the Visual and Performing Arts Center in Cupertino, CA, with a home viewing option also available.
Video: First Look at LA TRAVIATA at Opera San José
Opera San José has released first look footage of LA TRAVIATA, Verdi's beloved tragic love story now playing through May 3, 2026 at the California Theatre in downtown San Jose.
Michael Tilson Thomas, Longtime San Francisco Symphony Leader, Dies at 81
Michael Tilson Thomas, the American conductor, pianist, and composer who led the San Francisco Symphony for 25 years, has died at 81.
Video: First Look at THE BARBER OF SEVILLE at San Francisco Opera
San Francisco Opera has released first look footage of THE BARBER OF SEVILLE, Gioachino Rossini's beloved comedic masterpiece, running May 28 through June 21, 2026 at the War Memorial Opera House in San Francisco.
Conductor James Gaffigan to Lead Chicago Symphony, NSO & San Francisco Symphony in Spring 2026
James Gaffigan will conduct the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, National Symphony Orchestra, and San Francisco Symphony this spring, with Jean-Yves Thibaudet among featured soloists.
Symphony San Jose Appoints Rachel Ostler & Sam Weiser as Co-Concertmasters
Symphony San Jose has appointed Rachel Ostler and Sam Weiser as co-concertmasters following a year-long national search, filling the position vacant since Robin Mayforth's retirement in 2024.
San Francisco Symphony Unveils May 2026 Programming Lineup
The San Francisco Symphony will present four Orchestral Series programs in May 2026, featuring Conductor Laureate Herbert Blomstedt, guest conductors, a world premiere, and free community chamber concerts.
Symphony San Jose To Present Beethoven’s PASTORALE With Dvořák And Bates
Symphony San Jose will perform works by Beethoven, Dvořák, and Mason Bates at the California Theatre in downtown San Jose on May 9 and 10, 2026, with conductor Vinay Parameswaran.
San Francisco Symphony Reveals 2026–27 Season, Featuring 26 Guest Conductors and More
The San Francisco Symphony has revealed details of the Orchestra’s 115th season.
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NIER:ORCHESTRA CONCERT 12026 [ YORHA ] U.S. Tour Set To Launch This Summer
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Ensemble for These Times Opens 2026 Call for Scores for SOLO PIANO
Award-winning SF contemporary chamber group Ensemble for These Times (E4TT) is excited to announce its third Call for Scores for music for solo piano.
Video: Il Volo Is Bringing Their World Tour to a City Near You
Internationally acclaimed trio Il Volo return to The Roundtable as they kick off the North American leg of their massively successful World Tour, running April 15 through May 2 with stops in Los Angeles, Dallas, San Francisco, Denver — and maybe more to come? I think so! Watch in this video.
18-Year-Old Starla Breshears Joins San Francisco Symphony's Cello Section
Starla Breshears, a recent alum of the San Francisco Conservatory of Music's Pre-College program, has been appointed to the cello section of the San Francisco Symphony at the young age of 18.
Symphony San Jose Unveils 2026-2027 Season
Symphony San Jose has revealed its 2026/2027 season, one that will mark such historic milestones as the 25th anniversary of the Symphony, the 100th anniversary of the California Theatre, and more.
Philharmonia Baroque Unveils First Season Under New Music Director Peter Whelan
Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra & Chorale has announced its lineup for The Power of Music—its first season curated by newly appointed Music Director Peter Whelan.
Radu Paponiu Extends Contract As Music Director Of San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra Through 2028–29 Season
Radu Paponiu has extended his contract as Music Director of the San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra through the 2028–29 season.
Symphony San Jose To Present THE ENIGMATIC VOICE
Symphony San Jose will present The Enigmatic Voice on March 7–8, 2026 at the California Theatre.
Symphony San Jose to Present THE ENIGMATIC VOICE in March 2026
Symphony San Jose's March program will bring together three widely-recognized classical works that each evoke powerful emotions and are tied to specific historical and cultural moments or traditions.
San Francisco Symphony Unveils June Program With Elim Chan and Sasha Cooke
The San Francisco Symphony will present a June program conducted by Elim Chan and featuring mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke.
Symphony San Jose To Present HOPELESSLY ROMANTIC Program This Month
Symphony San Jose will present Hopelessly Romantic, a program featuring works by Schubert, Sibelius, and Schumann, on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 7:30 p.
Symphony San Jose To Present HOPELESSLY ROMANTIC In January
Symphony San Jose will present HOPELESSLY ROMANTIC, a concert program featuring music by Schubert, Sibelius, and Schumann.
Berkeley Symphony To Close 2025–26 Symphonic Series With FABLES AND FOLKLORE
Berkeley Symphony will conclude its 2025–26 Symphonic Series with FABLES AND FOLKLORE, led by conductor Carolyn Kuan.
San José Chamber Orchestra To Present CELEBRATION New Year’s Eve Concert
San José Chamber Orchestra will present its annual CELEBRATION New Year’s Eve concert featuring conductor Barbara Day Turner and guest artists Jon Nakamatsu, Evan Kahn, and Jon and Alec Manasse.
San Francisco Symphony Unveils January Programming
The San Francisco Symphony has announced its January programming, including three Orchestral Series concerts led by guest conductors, a Shenson Spotlight recital, and live-to-picture film performances.
San José Chamber Orchestra Will Present CELEBRATION on New Year’s Eve
San José Chamber Orchestra will present Celebration on December 31 at St.
HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR to be Presented at Symphony San Jose
Celebrate “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” at the majestic and beautifully decorated California Theatre with Symphony San Jose, Symphony San Jose Chorale, Cantabíle Youth Singers, and New Ballet, and special guests.
Ensemble For These Times to Present AFTER SLEEPWALKING: Music By Women And Nonbinary Composers
SF contemporary chamber music group Ensemble for These Times will start the New Year with the seventh edition of its popular annual series, a program of music by women and nonbinary composers.
Gautier Capuçon to Present GAÏA At Davies Symphony Hall in November
Cellist Gautier Capuçon brings his groundbreaking project GAÏA to Davies Symphony Hall on November 16, 2025, featuring 16 world-premiere works inspired by the Earth and commissioned by the San Francisco Symphony.
Berkeley Symphony to Present WORLDS BEYOND As Part Of Its 2025–26 Symphonic Series
Berkeley Symphony continues its 54th season with Worlds Beyond, November 16, 2025, conducted by Ming Luke.