Concerts
With our fun, friendly approach and a full season of admission-free concerts, we really are admitting everyone! Who says classical music has to be boring, stuffy, expensive, or only for those with advanced degrees? The San Francisco Chamber Orchestra is attracting SRO audiences of all ages and backgrounds, experienced concertgoers and those just discovering the joys of this amazing music. Come hear us this season in six Bay Area cities, including our debut concerts in the beautifully restored Empress Theatre in downtown Vallejo. Our Home Concerts, Family Concerts, and Very First Concerts bring the best in classical music to a stage near you!
Home Concerts
Admission Free!
Our 2009-10 Home Concerts series features our signature blend of classic favorites, overlooked gems, and world premieres with virtuoso performances by Debut Artists and outstanding soloists, including Israeli mandolin virtuoso, Avi Avital and our world-class concertmaster, Robin Sharp. Nationally renowned composer Gabriela Lena Frank is our first-ever Composer in Residence; her new violin concerto will have its world premiere on our May 2010 concerts. You won’t want to miss a single note!
Rush Hour Concerts
Bach or bumper-to-bumper? You decide!
Skip the commute and enjoy a concert instead. Admission Free!
Very First Concerts
Tunes for tots! Admission Free!
Fun and engaging concerts for our youngest listeners. Developed in partnership with Crowden Music Center.
Classical at the Freight
Un-stuffifying classical music!
Enjoy a cup of coffee, play music trivia, and hear exquisite chamber music - all in one place!
Family Concerts
Admission Free!
More and more Bay Area families are discovering our great introductions to classical music - SFCO Family Concerts! To meet growing demand, we've expanded this series from two to three concerts, and we've added an Oakland venue! These entertaining and imaginative concerts are not to be missed. Featured performance partners this season include the outstanding Piedmont East Bay Children's Choir and star performers from the Bay Area's own Circus Bella!
“ We especially enjoyed Mr. Simon's fun and engaging talks between the pieces - he has such a talent for making the music, composers, and dance come alive for audiences of all ages. THANK YOU for starting your new family program, and for making it free. ”
--Jessica, San Francisco
