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Beethoven's Symphony Extravaganza in San Francisco and Berkeley

Experience the timeless genius of Ludwig van Beethoven this season across San Francisco and Berkeley. From the San Francisco Chamber Orchestra's rendition of Symphony No. 1 to the highly anticipated one-night-only performance of Symphony No. 9 by the San Francisco Opera, immerse yourself in a symphonic journey. Don't miss the evocative Symphony No. 6 by the San Francisco Symphony, Emanuel Ax's intimate piano recital, and celebrations continuing into 2025 with Evgeny Kissin's piano recital and Esa-Pekka Salonen's all-Beethoven program.

Sep 4, 2024

1. Salonen Conducts Beethoven’s Pastoral

Principal Cello Rainer Eudeikis takes center stage in Esa-Pekka Salonen’s Cello Concerto. Rich in timbral colors—congas and bongos and layers of loops—the concerto was written for Yo-Yo Ma. Bookending the concerto are two works inspired by the natural world: Beethoven’s unapologetically pictorial Sixth Symphony and Debussy’s roiling, swelling, sparkling oceanic triptych La Mer. Call it surf and turf for the symphonic set

18 - 20 Oct, 2024

San Francisco Symphony

San Francisco, CA · Davies Symphony Hall

2. MainStage 1: New Beginnings

18 - 20 Oct, 2024

San Francisco Chamber Orchestra

St Mark's Episcopal Church + 2 other locations

3. Beethoven 9

For the first time in the Company’s history, the San Francisco Opera Orchestra and Chorus, under the baton of Eun Sun Kim, present Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony. A musical expression of unity and peace, this monumental masterwork stands as one of the greatest testaments of humanity ever written. In celebration of the 200th anniversary of the work, we invite you to share in this one-night-only musical celebration.

Oct 26, 2024

San Francisco Opera

San Francisco, CA · War Memorial Opera House

4. Emanuel Ax Piano Recital

Settle in as the world’s most electrifying artists and ensembles converge at Davies Symphony Hall. Beloved pianist Emanuel Ax, a regular on San Francisco Symphony concerts, returns for an intimate recital.

Oct 27, 2024

San Francisco Symphony

San Francisco, CA · Davies Symphony Hall

5. PC Morning Recital

Nov 4, 2024

San Francisco Conservatory of Music

San Francisco, CA · San Francisco Conservatory of Music

6. Gunn Theater At Legion Of Honor

Delight in every turn of phrase as SF Symphony musicians perform together within the intimate realm of chamber music.

Dec 1, 2024

San Francisco Symphony

San Francisco, CA · Legion of Honor

7. Ticciati Conducts Rachmaninoff

It’s not Rachmaninoff’s fault that songwriters swiped his best hooks—like the sighing and songlike slow movement of his Second Symphony—and turned them into soft-rock earworms. If you’re going to steal, you might as well steal from the best. Conductor Robin Ticciati and debuting pianist Francesco Piemontesi make their case for Beethoven’s alluringly strange, strangely alluring Piano Concerto No. 4.

Feb 28 - Mar 2, 2025

San Francisco Symphony

San Francisco, CA · Davies Symphony Hall

8. Evgeny Kissin Piano Recital

Settle in as the world’s most electrifying artists and ensembles converge at Davies Symphony Hall. Evgeny Kissin returns for a piano recital showcasing his technical prowess and musical depth in big-boned works by Beethoven, Chopin, and Shostakovich.

Apr 20, 2025

San Francisco Symphony

San Francisco, CA · Davies Symphony Hall

9. Esa-pekka Salonen & Hilary Hahn

A blazingly beautiful all-Beethoven program: First, Hilary Hahn performs the Violin Concerto, a work of singular scope, vision, and majesty. Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4 isn’t performed as often as his other symphonies, but it’s every bit as beguiling. Bubbling over with Haydnesque wit and dance-derived hooks that wouldn’t seem odd in a Mozart opera, the Fourth might be Beethoven's most underrated symphony.

May 29 - Jun 1, 2025

San Francisco Symphony

San Francisco, CA · Davies Symphony Hall

Conclusion

Whether you're a lifelong Beethoven enthusiast or new to his works, these events in San Francisco and Berkeley are set to offer unforgettable musical experiences. Secure your tickets now, and be part of a historic celebration of one of the greatest composers in history. From symphonies and concertos to intimate recitals, there’s something for every classical music lover to enjoy.

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