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A Hundredth Birthday for a ‘Soldier’
San Francisco Performances celebrates Stravinsky’s 100th anniversary with a jazz-infused rendition of L’Histoire du Soldat, featuring Sean Jones and Regina Carter.
Curating The KDFC Salon Series at SF Performances
KDFC and San Francisco Performances present the KDFC Salon Series featuring pianist Edward Simon. The series includes four concerts with diverse approaches and instruments, starting next Wednesday.
‘The Day’ at San Francisco Performances
"The Day", a collaborative piece by composer David Lang, cellist Maya Beiser, and dancer Wendy Whelan, premieres in the Bay Area. The work features text from internet users worldwide.
Finding Beauty in Historical Ruins
Explore how ancient ruins inspire classical music, from Felix's Scottish Symphony inspired by Holyrood Palace to Zipoli's works found in decaying South American churches.
10 Composers From Across Latin America We’re Celebrating This Month!
Explore the rich heritage of Hispanic music through these 10 influential composers, from Teresa Carreño to Gabriela Ortiz.
The Story Behind “Appalachian Spring,” the Ballet
Explore the history of Appalachian Spring, a ballet commissioned by Elizabeth Sprague Coolidge, composed by Aaron Copland, and choreographed by Martha Graham.
The Wheel of Fortune: Spring, Spirits, and Seeking Love in “Carmina Burana”
Explore the history and significance of Carl Orff's 1936 choral masterpiece, Carmina Burana, from its Latin origins to its global recognition today.
Elgar’s “Enigma Variations”
Explore the intriguing history of Edward Elgar's Enigma Variations, composed in 1898-99. Discover how this piece, inspired by Elgar's friends and personal experiences, established his fame.
Did Anybody Ever Finish Schubert’s Unfinished Symphony?
In this Chapman Challenge, Alan discusses attempts to complete Schubert's Unfinished Symphony, including a 1928 competition that ultimately awarded an original symphony.
