Smuin’s Dance Series 02 – Friday, May 31 and Saturday, June 1 at the Sunset Center in Carmel

Kicking off the final program of Smuin’s 25th anniversary season is a world premiere from master dance maker Amy Seiwert. Described by the San Francisco Chronicle as “keeping founder Michael Smuin’s legacy of unabashed showmanship alive,” Seiwert’s new work for the Company is sure to be a ground-breaking and inspiring delight! Also on the bill is The Best of Smuin, featuring the return of timeless Michael Smuin favorites such as “Unforgettable,” and the red-hot chair … Continue reading Smuin’s Dance Series 02 – Friday, May 31 and Saturday, June 1 at the Sunset Center in Carmel

Symphony Silicon Valley presentó a varias escuelas de manera gratuita ArtSPARK: “Es Cuestión de Tiempo: Música, Matemáticas y Más”

Por: Ernesto Altamirano SAN JOSE, CA –  Symphony Silicon Valley impartió una presentación musical muy especial a cientos de niños de escuelas primarias, acompañados de maestros y padres chaperones, de manera gratuita titulada ArtSPARK: “Es Cuestión de Tiempo: Música, Matemáticas y Más” el pasado martes y miércoles en el California Theatre de San Jose. Bajo la conducción de el Maestro Peter Jaffe, Symphony Silicon Valley … Continue reading Symphony Silicon Valley presentó a varias escuelas de manera gratuita ArtSPARK: “Es Cuestión de Tiempo: Música, Matemáticas y Más”

Andrea Bocelli to perform with the SF Symphony and Chorus at Chase Center, December 5, 2019

ANDREA BOCELLI AND THE SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY AND CHORUS TO PERFORM FOR THE FIRST TIME TOGETHER DECEMBER 5, 2019 AT SAN FRANCISCO’S NEW CHASE CENTER SAN FRANCISCO, CA —The San Francisco Symphony (SFS), Golden State Warriors, and Chase Center—the Warriors’ new sports and entertainment arena in San Francisco’s Mission Bay neighborhood—today announced a concert featuring award-winning Italian singer, songwriter, and producer Andrea Bocelli performing with the … Continue reading Andrea Bocelli to perform with the SF Symphony and Chorus at Chase Center, December 5, 2019

Season Announcement: Symphony Silicon Valley, October 5, 2019 thru June 7, 2020

Symphony Silicon Valley 2019 – 2020 Season October 5, 2019 through June 7, 2020 Conductors include Tito Muñoz, Tatsuya Shimono, JoAnn Falleta Soloists include Nareh Arghamanyan, Jon Nakamatsu, Giora Schmidt Photo: Courtesy of Symphony SV . 2019-20 Symphony Silicon Valley Season   Peacock Variations & Tchaikovsky                             October 5-6, 2019 Conductor:   Carlos Vieu          The Star Spangled Banner          Kodály  Variations on a Hungarian Theme – Peacock Variations          Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 6 – Pathetique Our season opens … Continue reading Season Announcement: Symphony Silicon Valley, October 5, 2019 thru June 7, 2020

Nicaraguan Singer Katia Cardenal in Concert at Palenke Arts in Seaside on Saturday, March 23rd

Nicaraguan Singer Katia Cardenal in Concert March 23, 2019, 8 pm Palenke Arts 1713 Broadway Ave., Seaside Singer songwriter Katia Cardenal is making her central coast return after months of touring and performing throughout 15 countries in forced exile from her native Nicaragua. Katia is a member of the famed Nicaraguan Duo Guardabarranco, whose music was discovered and produced by Jackson Browne in the 1980’s. … Continue reading Nicaraguan Singer Katia Cardenal in Concert at Palenke Arts in Seaside on Saturday, March 23rd

MICHAEL TILSON THOMAS AND THE SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY ANNOUNCE 2019–20 SEASON: CELEBRATORY FINAL SEASON OF MTT’S DISTINGUISHED 25-YEAR TENURE AS MUSIC DIRECTOR

Sasha Cooke at Davies Symphony Hall  By Cory Weaver SAN FRANCISCO, CA —The San Francisco Symphony (SFS) and Michael Tilson Thomas (MTT)today announced plans for the final season of MTT’s distinguished tenure as Music Director. The 2019–20 season marks his 25th year leading the SFS in what is widely considered one of the most remarkable and productive artistic partnerships in the orchestra world, having transformed the SFS into a leadership … Continue reading MICHAEL TILSON THOMAS AND THE SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY ANNOUNCE 2019–20 SEASON: CELEBRATORY FINAL SEASON OF MTT’S DISTINGUISHED 25-YEAR TENURE AS MUSIC DIRECTOR

The Next Generation Jazz Festival kicks off its 49th edition with the Friday Night Judges Concert at the Monterey Conference Center on April 5, 2019

Next Generation Jazz Festival’s Friday Night Judges Concert Presented by California Jazz Conservatory Features World-Class Musicians, April 5, 2019 at Monterey Conference Center   Monterey, Calif; March 11, 2019: The Next Generation Jazz Festival (NGJF) kicks off its 49th edition with its annual celebration of the future of jazz with the Friday Night Judges Concert presented by the California Jazz Conservatory at the Monterey Conference Center’s Serra … Continue reading The Next Generation Jazz Festival kicks off its 49th edition with the Friday Night Judges Concert at the Monterey Conference Center on April 5, 2019

Hammer Theatre Center in San Jose presents Noche Folklórica 2019 on Saturday, March 23

Noche Folklórico Luna y Sol de San José State is a student organization exemplifying the ongoing commitment to diversity at San José State University. Students work towards the promotion, education, and preservation of Mexican culture through Mexican folkloric dance. Student have been recognized by San José Mayor Chuck Reed and the City of San José for their work in building culture and community at San … Continue reading Hammer Theatre Center in San Jose presents Noche Folklórica 2019 on Saturday, March 23

La aclamada violinista Anne Akiko Meyers brilló bajo la conducción de Tito Muñoz con Symphony Silicon Valley

Por: Ernesto Altamirano SAN JOSE, CA – Durante dos noches consecutivas la aclamada violinista Anne Akiko Meyers fue acompañada de la Symphony Silicon Valley para presentar un concierto en el que interpretó el Concierto para Violín de Samuel Barber, una obra llena de gracia, exquisitez y encanto, que fue conducido por Tito Muñoz. Barber es un músico que permaneció ajeno a todas las experimentaciones de vanguardia. … Continue reading La aclamada violinista Anne Akiko Meyers brilló bajo la conducción de Tito Muñoz con Symphony Silicon Valley

The Steve Silver Foundation and “Beach Blanket Babylon” announce 2019 “Scholarship for the Arts” program

THE STEVE SILVER FOUNDATION AND BEACH BLANKET BABYLON ANNOUNCE THE 17TH ANNUAL “SCHOLARSHIP FOR THE ARTS” $45,000 to be awarded to three Bay Area high school seniors From left to right: Barbara De Veaux-Griffith (Voice), Producer Jo Schuman Silver, Beach Blanket Babylon cast member Tammy Nelson, Joshua Ponton (Dance) and Nina Point Dujour (Acting) Photo credit: Rick Markovich © SSPI 2018 SAN FRANCISCO (March 4, 2019) – Producer Jo Schuman Silver is proud to announce the 17th annual Steve Silver Foundation and Beach Blanket … Continue reading The Steve Silver Foundation and “Beach Blanket Babylon” announce 2019 “Scholarship for the Arts” program