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The first violin of SF symphony sits with his violin on his lap as he smiles and laughs.

Beyond the Stage - Bay Area

Next Season Is a Symphony of Sound—Here’s What Not to Miss

A preview of the best performances in San Francisco Symphony’s upcoming season. Plus, “& Juliet” comes to town and subscriptions for SF Ballet are now on sale.

Summer 2025

Summer 2025

Summer concerts and features

SF Symphony at Stern Grove Festival

SF Symphony at Stern Grove Festival

Movie Music of Hans Zimmer

Movie Music of Hans Zimmer

July 16–18, 2025

Tchaikovsky Spectacular

Tchaikovsky Spectacular

July 10–11, 2025

A man and woman wear modernized 16th century clothing. The woman holds her hand and pointer finger up.

Accessible Performances

The Bay Area’s July lineup of free and inclusive performances

Summer continues with stories that welcome us all through accessible and free performances.

A press shot of Matthew Griffith holding his clarinet in front of stairs.

Beyond the Stage - Bay Area

Meet the SF Symphony Musician Matthew Griffith

An interview with clarinet player Matthew Griffith, David Bowie’s “Blackstar” album gets a symphonic transformation, and Jennifer Bielstein steps down at A.C.T.