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A New Home for KDFC in the Civic Center
KDFC is moving to the heart of the Civic Center’s Arts District, in the new Ute and William K. Bowes, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts, enhancing its community presence.
5 Great Moments of Opera in the Great Outdoors
Explore KUSC Great Outdoors Week with blogs on composers inspired by nature. Enjoy 5 operatic pieces reflecting the beauty of the outdoors, from Handel to Massenet.
A Queenly Start to the SF Opera Season
San Francisco Opera kicks off its season with Cavalleria Rusticana/Pagliacci, Roberto Devereux, and a free concert. Sondra Radvanovsky and Russell Thomas star in Devereux, running until Sept 27th.
SF Music Day Returns This Sunday with Free Concerts
SF Music Day, a yearly celebration by Intermusic SF, returns with over 30 ensembles and 7.5 hours of concerts. The event encourages the public to explore various music styles for free.
Puccini’s First Triumph, at San Francisco Opera
Despite a muddled libretto, Giacomo Puccini's opera Manon Lescaut solidified his status as Verdi's successor. Conductor Nicola Luisotti praises the music's ability to transport listeners to paradise.
A Soul-Hopping Retelling of Faust
Merola Opera Program debuts its first commission, "If I Were You," a retelling of Faust. The opera explores themes of identity, love, and the quest for immortality.
Threepenny, Orfeo, and Waves at West Edge Opera
West Edge Opera's new season features Threepenny Opera, Orfeo & Euridice, and Breaking the Waves. The festival, held at Oakland's Bridge Yard, explores themes of crime, underworld, and dogma.
An Opera Al Fresco Playlist for A Perfect Evening Under the Stars
Enjoy an enchanting evening under the stars with these operatic gems handpicked by Jennifer Miller Hammel. From Hoffmann's Barcarolle to Turandot's Nessun dorma, each piece sets a unique mood.
Songs of the Summer
Nine tracks that beat the summer heat, these hot selections were chosen by the music programmers at Classical California.
Classical Americana 2026
Classical California’s Lara Downes celebrates America's 250 anniversary by dedicating this season of Classical Americana to a reflection on the Declaration of Independence
How the 1812 Overture Became Music for the Fourth of July
Explore the history of Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture's popularity in 4th of July celebrations, its association with fireworks, and its original context in this insightful blog.
Classical California at the HOLLYWOOD BOWL!
Join Classical California at the Hollywood Bowl this summer!
Will the next classical hit be generated by AI?
Classical California host, Dianne Nicolini, catches up on the colliding worlds of AI and classical music.
