WATCH: SKY Concert Featuring Jake Heggie

On May 30th, 2024 our evening host and resident artist pianist Lara Downes welcomes two longtime friends and musical collaborators: the legendary mezzo-soprano Frederica von Stade and San Francisco’s own legend-in-the-making Jake Heggie, considered one of the world's most popular 21st-century opera and art song composers.

“Trio”: Three Upcoming NorCal Events We Think You’ll Enjoy Each Week

Explore upcoming events in the Bay Area this week.

Saturday Morning CarTunes: The Symphony

A definition and history of the Symphony, as it grew into what we know it as...

Saturday Morning CarTunes: The Saxophone

The Saxophone is the subject of this week's Saturday Morning CarTunes

Summer Sights and Sounds!

A roundup of some of the best things to see and hear this Summer!

Your Playlist for Hangin’ in the Hammock

Explore Rik Malone's recommended playlist for a perfect California summer experience. From relaxing hammock tunes to music that transports you to distant places, enjoy your summer with these iconic pieces.

Saturday Morning CarTunes: The Timpani (or Kettle Drum)

A look at the Timpani, or Kettle Drum, mainstay of the percussion section!

Classical Californians: Josh Shaw

This week's Classical Californian is Josh Shaw

Celebrate The Fourth With Gershwin and Dianne's Favorite Side Dish

Dianne's All American Potato Salad

How the 1812 Overture Became Music for the Fourth of July

Explore the history of Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture's popularity in 4th of July celebrations, its association with fireworks, and its original context in this insightful blog.

The Story Behind “The Star-Spangled Banner”

One of this year's more surprising news stories was around the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, named for the famed poet whose words became the lyrics of our national anthem, “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

Saturday Morning CarTunes: American Instruments

A look at some instruments that were born in America, as we approach July 4