The exciting lineup of guest artists has been thinned by visa denials, but the performance schedule is still full.
The student musicians are excited to perform dances from West Side Story.
Running July 4-19, the summer season features premieres by Jake Heggie and John Corigliano, plus performances by Renée Fleming and Wynton Marsalis.
The company has scheduled classics, contemporary works, and one world premiere.
In a season that both upholds tradition and ventures into the future, a roster of stars highlight a packed schedule of exciting concerts.
The festival is rooted in Cuban music’s long history in the Bay Area and inevitably touches on political issues.
The programming is anchored by canonical works and balanced with debut artists.
Despite some financial uncertainty, the band plays on with a number of exciting highlights.
Nicholas McGegan will be honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the orchestra he led for 35 years.
Starla Breshears is 18-years-old, with plenty of musical experience and expertise.