Orchestra

Donald Runnicles conducts SF Symphony
Review

Donald Runnicles Makes Long-Awaited Return to San Francisco Symphony

Lisa Hirsch - September 29, 2025

The former S.F. Opera music director triumphed in music by Berg and Mahler.

Temple scene in Samson et Dalila - Design by Peter Crompton

Samson et Dalila at West Bay Opera

Venue:
Lucie Stern Community Theater
Date:
City:
Palo Alto
Price Range:
$49-$135
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Nancy Zhou
Preview

Santa Cruz Symphony’s Season Opener is a Spellbinding Scheherazade

Jessica Zimmer - September 26, 2025

Concertmaster Nancy Zhou prepares to open the 2025-2026 season on Oct. 4.

The String Queens

The String Queens

Venue:
Bankhead Theater
Date:
City:
Livermore
Price Range:
$45 to $75
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A French Connection

Venue:
Valley Center for the Performing Arts, Holy Names University
Date:
City:
Oakland
Price Range:
25
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Nova Vista Symphony Concert

From Formosa to Vienna

Venue:
DeAnza College Visual and Performing Arts Center
Date:
City:
Cupertino
Price Range:
$35 to $45; 21 and under free
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UC Berkeley Symphony Orchestra
Music News

UC Berkeley Symphony Orchestra Kicks Off 102nd Year With Community Open House

Janos Gereben - September 23, 2025

The university orchestra continues its tradition of excellence and adventurous programming this season.

West Side Story
Review

West Side Story Opens LA Opera’s 40th Season With a Bang

Harlow Robinson - September 23, 2025

Due to popular demand, LA Opera has added extra performances at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion through Oct. 12.

Holiday Concert: Festive Favorites

Venue:
California Theatre
Date:
City:
San Jose
Price Range:
$18 to $25
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Violinist Charisse Chao in a blue dress against a rust background

Season Opener Concert: British Invasion

Venue:
California Theatre
Date:
City:
San Jose
Price Range:
$18 to $25
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