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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."
Our Next SKY Concert is Sold Out
Join KDFC Evening host Lara Downes and author John McWhorter for a night of music and conversation about Scott Joplin's legacy on May 6th, 2023. Tickets currently sold out.
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.
Meet the Mozart of Spain, Sweden, and More
Explore the lives of composers dubbed as the "Mozarts" of their countries, including Joseph Martin Kraus of Sweden, Juan Arriaga of Spain, and two English contenders.
The Sounds of Sunrise
Explore the beauty of sunrise through music with this list of compositions inspired by dawn, from Haydn's "Sunrise" Symphony to Ravel's "Daphnis and Chloe".
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.
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.
The Lesser-Known History of “Jingle Bells”
Explore the history of the iconic Christmas song "Jingle Bells," from its creation by James Lord Pierpont in 1850 to its evolution and various renditions by famous artists over the years.
