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Chamber Music Amid the Wineries

Chamber Music Amid the Wineries

Napa Valley wineries host Music in the Vineyards event in August, featuring performances by renowned quartets, a piano trio, and apprentice quartet from Boston.

03/06/2020
Sharon Isbin’s Villa-Lobos in Santa Rosa

Sharon Isbin’s Villa-Lobos in Santa Rosa

Grammy-winning guitarist Sharon Isbin, who initially wanted to study science, will perform the Villa-Lobos Guitar Concerto with the Santa Rosa Symphony.

03/06/2020
‘Tiers of Heaven’ at Santa Rosa Symphony

‘Tiers of Heaven’ at Santa Rosa Symphony

Francesco Lecce-Chong conducts challenging works by Mozart and Mahler with the Santa Rosa Symphony, reflecting on the complexities of these renowned compositions.

03/06/2020
A Musical Murder Mystery…

A Musical Murder Mystery…

Santa Rosa Symphony presents a family concert featuring 'The Composer is Dead', led by Music Director Francesco Lecce-Chong, who emphasizes the importance of children's exposure to music.

03/02/2020
The Return of Festival Musica Marin

The Return of Festival Musica Marin

Festival Musica Marin returns to Belvedere, featuring classical performances, fine dining, and masterclasses. Highlights include Italian arias, fusion cuisine, and jazz sessions.

11/07/2019
A Banjo Concerto at Santa Rosa Symphony

A Banjo Concerto at Santa Rosa Symphony

Banjo virtuoso Béla Fleck joins the Santa Rosa Symphony to perform his son-inspired Juno Concerto. The concerts are scheduled for the weekend, with updates available on their website.

11/07/2019
Santa Rosa Symphony’s Season Opener…

Santa Rosa Symphony’s Season Opener…

Music Director Francesco Lecce-Chong curates a unique program for the Santa Rosa Symphony, featuring works inspired by space, a Beethoven concerto, and contemporary pieces.

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