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“Trio”: Three Upcoming NorCal Events We Think You’ll Enjoy Each Week
Explore upcoming events in the Bay Area this week.
SOLD OUT: Get Tickets to Our Next SKY Concert: Classical Americana LIVE with Lara Downes and Pianist Jeremy Denk
"Sold-out KDFC SKY Concert featuring Lara Downes and Jeremy Denk on Nov 8, 2023, at the Bowes Performing Arts Building, San Francisco. Enjoy American classics and post-concert reception."
Nutcrackers, Messiahs, and More, Oh My!
Explore the holiday season's classical music performances, from Dance-Along Nutcracker to Messiah concerts. Discover kid-friendly shows and traditional productions in various locations.
Watch Kronos Quartet Play Live During Monday’s Eclipse
The Exploratorium Museum in San Francisco is hosting a concert event, "233rd day, before and after Totality", by Wayne Grim and Kronos Quartet, inspired by the solar eclipse.
Chapman Challenge: The History of Handbells
In this Chapman Challenge, Alan explains the history of handbells, their transition from bell tower practice tools to melody instruments, and how melodies are divided among ringers in a handbell choir.
The Ukrainian Folk Tune Behind “Carol of the Bells”
The Secret Story Behind Tchaikovsky’s Mysterious Celesta in “The Nutcracker”
Explore the history of the celesta, a unique instrument used in Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker and Harry Potter's theme. Discover how it went from obscurity to symphony staple.
These Rides Really Sleigh
Brian Lauritzen gallops into the holidays with these compositions about sleigh rides.
Beyond the Classics: 12 More “Sleigh Rides” For the Holidays
Explore the history of the popular holiday song 'Sleigh Ride', from its creation by Leroy Anderson in 1946 to various renditions by artists like Mozart, Delius, and Mahler.
Harmonious Holiday Highlights
highlights from Classical California’s Harmonious Holidays 2025
