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Music@Menlo’s “Creative Capitals”
Music@Menlo's 16th season, 'Creative Capitals', celebrates music from seven cities. The festival includes concerts, lectures, masterclasses, and a new program pairing senior musicians with rising stars.
Slicing Music History into Decade-Sized Pieces…
Music@Menlo's new season, "Incredible Decades," explores seven distinct periods in music history, from Bach's era to the Y2K fears, curated by directors David Finckel and Wu Han.
A Festival of New Works at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley hosts its 18th New Works Festival, featuring two musicals and three plays, exploring themes of racism, family relationships, and women's rights.
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley at 50
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley celebrates its 50th season and final season of founder Robert Kelley. The company, a Tony award winner, presents 8 mainstage plays reflecting its history.
Opera San Jose’s ‘Die Fledermaus’
Opera San Jose revives Die Fledermaus, set in Belle Époque Vienna, blending influences of Gustav Klimt and Sigmund Freud. The operetta explores themes of identity and deception.
The Perils of Routine
Cellist David Finckel shares his approach to music, emphasizing adaptability over routine. He and his wife, Wu Han, are central figures in the chamber music world.
Symphony Silicon Valley Returns to Hogwarts
Symphony Silicon Valley to perform alongside Harry Potter movie screening in November, aiming to attract a younger, diverse audience and boost musicians' ensemble skills.
A Playlist to Celebrate All Things Fall
Explore the beauty of autumn through music with this curated list of compositions inspired by the season's warm colors, chilly weather, and melancholic mood.
Virtuosity and Nostalgia: Teresa Carreño and Chopin
Explore the life and music of Teresa Carreño, a South American composer and pianist, and her significant influence from Frédéric Chopin.
10 More Composers With Latin American Roots You Should Know
Explore the lives and works of ten influential female composers from Latin America, spanning various genres and periods, from opera to electronic music.
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.
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.
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.
