Presented in partnership with Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, the San Francisco Symphony comes together with Lyle Lovett and his Acoustic Group for a celebration of the iconic San Francisco music festival’s 25th anniversary. Coupled with his gift for storytelling, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers.
This concert also celebrates the legacy of Nancy Hellman Bechtle, former SF Symphony President and a vital part of Hardly Strictly Bluegrass’s storied history. Portions of the proceeds benefit the San Francisco Symphony’s Music and Mentors program, which provides assistance to instrumental music programs in San Francisco’s public middle schools and high schools.