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San Francisco Symphony February Programming To Feature Guest Conductors Paavo Järvi and Robin Ticciati and More
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 3, 2025

The San Francisco Symphony's February programming lineup features four Orchestral Series programs led by Music Director Esa-Pekka Salonen and guest conductors Paavo Järvi and Robin Ticciati.

Mark Foehringer's NUTCRACKER SWEETS Returns to San Francisco For 16th Holiday Season
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2024

Mark Foehringer Dance Project|SF has announced the 16th season of its annual holiday show, Mark Foehringer's Nutcracker Sweets, December 7-22 at the Cowell Theater.

SF Symphony and SFCM Call for Applicants for Fifth Annual Emerging Black Composers Project
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 1, 2024

The San Francisco Symphony, in partnership with the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, revealed that applications are now open for the fifth annual Emerging Black Composers Project Michael Morgan Prize and the Cabrillo Emerging Black Composers Prize. Learn how to apply.

MidAmerica Productions Founder Peter Tiboris Has Passed Away
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2024

MidAmerica Productions Founder and General Music Director Peter Tiboris has passed away. Learn more.

Tyler Taylor Named as Winner of Fourth Annual Emerging Black Composers Project
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2024

The San Francisco Symphony, in partnership with the San Francisco Conservatory of Music has named Tyler Taylor is the winner of the fourth annual Emerging Black Composers Project prize. Learn more about the prize!

Ben Jones Brings LET ME BE FRANK to 54 Below Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2024

54 Below will present Ben Jones in Let Me Be Frank on March 10, 2024. After a sold-out performance at the Birdland Jazz Club in December, Ben Jones brings this special encore performance to 54 Below.

New InLiquid Art Exhibit At Park Towne Place Explores The Urban Landscape And The People Who Live There
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 25, 2024

hearth, frame, foundation is a new art exhibit at Park Towne Place Residences that explores the urban landscape and the people who live there. The exhibit features works by five Philadelphia artists who draw inspiration from the built environment.

Photos: Ben Jones Celebrates Sinatra At Birdland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2023

On December 4, vocalist Ben Jones performed a thrilling celebration of Frank Sinatra in Let Me Be Frank at Birdland in NYC. Check out photos!

The Fred Barton Broadway Band Presents MIRACLE ON 54th STREET At 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2023

54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents the return of Fred Barton and his Broadway Band, in 'MIRACLE ON 54TH STREET,' a new evening of songs from the Golden Age of Broadway, Hollywood, and Swing, including full-band seasonal swing favorites.

The San Francisco Conservatory of Music And SF Symphony's Emerging Black Composers Project To Partner With Gautier Capuçon For New Commission
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2023

The San Francisco Conservatory of Music (SFCM), in partnership with the San Francisco Symphony and cellist Gautier Capuçon, announced today that Quenton Xavier Blache, 22, will receive a commissioning prize under the umbrella of the Emerging Black Composers Project (EBCP). 

Applications Open for 2024 Emerging Black Composers Project
by Stephi Wild - Nov 2, 2023

The San Francisco Symphony, in partnership with the San Francisco Conservatory of Music (SFCM), announced that applications are now open for the fourth annual Emerging Black Composers Project (EBCP) its Michael Morgan Prize, and the Cabrillo Emerging Black Composers Prize. 

Birdland to Present Vocalist Ben Jones and Music Director Ron Abel Saluting Frank Sinatra in LET ME BE FRANK
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 31, 2023

BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present award-winning vocalist Ben Jones and pianist, composer, music director Ron Abel celebrating Frank Sinatra in “Let Me Be Frank” on Monday, December 4 at 7:00 PM.

Mark Foehringer's NUTCRACKER SWEETS Celebrates 15th Season At Cowell Theater at Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2023

Mark Foehringer Dance Project|SF announces the 15th season of its annual holiday show, Mark Foehringer's Nutcracker Sweets, December 2-23, Cowell Theater, Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture.

DAY OF THE DEAD LIVE! Día De Los Muertos Themed Show Comes To Brooklyn Art Haus This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 14, 2023

Day of the Dead LIVE! Día de los Muertos Themed Show for Children and Adults at Brooklyn Art Haus from October 18 - November 1, 2023. Experience a musical journey celebrating the holiday of family remembrance with larger-than-life characters, puppets, and live music.

MidAmerica Productions to Celebrate Special 40th Anniversary Concert With Over 500 Musicians
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2023

Join MidAmerica Productions on January 7, 2024 at Carnegie Hall for a special 40th anniversary concert featuring over 500 musicians. Maestro Tiboris and John Rutter will lead an epic performance of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony and Rutter's Magnificat. Don't miss this unforgettable celebration of four decades of making life-changing music.

92NY to Present Imani Winds With Terrence Wilson, Piano in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 27, 2023

The 92nd Street Y, New York (92NY), will present Imani Winds with Terrence Wilson, piano on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at 7:30 pm at the Kaufmann Concert Hall.

Mark Foehringer's NUTCRACKER SWEETS to Return for Its 15th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 30, 2023

Celebrate the 15th season of Mark Foehringer's Nutcracker Sweets at Cowell Theater, Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture. Suitable for all ages with a running time of 50 minutes.

Festival Opera's 32nd Season Includes CARMEN and More
by Stephi Wild - Jul 19, 2023

Festival Opera’s 32nd annual season will continue Sunday, August 6 at 4 p.m., when the company returns to the lush grounds of Walnut Creek’s Civic Park for a free Opera in the Park concert, made possible by the Walnut Creek Civic Pride Foundation. The park is located at 1375 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek.

Festival Opera to Present OPERA IN THE PARK Concert This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 10, 2023

Festival Opera will return to the beautiful setting of Orinda Community Park on Thursday, June 22 at 6 p.m., with the 13th Annual Opera in the Park concert. Free and ample lawn seating will await attendees along with a selection of food and wine trucks to enable their summer repast al fresco.

Xavier Muzik Wins Emerging Black Composers Project (EBCP) Prize
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2023

The San Francisco Conservatory of Music (SFCM), in partnership with the San Francisco Symphony and the SFCM President’s Advisory Council on Equity and Inclusion, announced that Xavier Muzik is the winner of the third annual Emerging Black Composers Project (EBCP) prize.