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Classical Californians: Radu Paponiu

Radu Paponiu, the Music Director of the San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra, joins as this week's Classical Californian.

08/27/2025

Remembering Robin Sutherland

Renowned musician Robin Sutherland, who served as Principal Keyboards with the San Francisco Symphony for 46 years, has passed away. He was a beloved figure known for his virtuosity and cultural versatility.

12/19/2020

Don’t Miss “At Home with Esa-Pekka” | Tonight 6PM PT/9PM ET

Join Esa-Pekka Salonen, renowned Finnish conductor, on KUSC for a one-hour program of his favorite music. Tune in Tuesday-Friday, 6-7 PM PT.

04/29/2020

Celebrating MTT on KDFC! Tuesday at 8pm

Celebrate the 25th season of the San Francisco Symphony under Michael Tilson Thomas with encore performances every Tuesday at 8PM on Classical KDFC. Stream on KDFC.com.

04/06/2020

Itzhak Perlman Opens the SF Symphony Season

San Francisco Symphony's season opening gala features violinist Itzhak Perlman and conductor Michael Tilson Thomas. Perlman will perform Bach's 'Double' Concerto and Schindler's List theme.

03/06/2020

A Balletic Stravinsky Festival at SF Symphony

The San Francisco Symphony and Michael Tilson Thomas kick off a two-week Stravinsky Festival, featuring his iconic ballets and other works. Concerts are scheduled for the upcoming weekends.

03/06/2020

‘They Must Have Gone Berserk!’

Emanuel Ax is set to perform Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 2 with the San Francisco Symphony, highlighting the drama, inventiveness, and unique cadenza of the early composition.

03/06/2020

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Virtuosity and Nostalgia: Teresa Carreño and Chopin

Explore the life and music of Teresa Carreño, a South American composer and pianist, and her significant influence from Frédéric Chopin.

03/13/2026

The World’s Top 5 Classical Music Destinations to Add to Your Bucket List

Explore the rich musical history of Vienna, Salzburg, Milan, Leipzig, and London. Discover iconic venues, museums, and homes of legendary composers in these classical music cities.

03/12/2026

Fanny Mendelssohn Finally Gets Her Due

Fanny Mendelssohn's lost masterpiece, misattributed to her brother for 150 years, is finally recognized as hers, shedding light on her overlooked musical talent.

03/08/2026

At the Movies: Alexandre Desplat's Frankenstein Score

Composer Alexandre Desplat, speaks with Brian Lauritzen about his Oscar nominated work on 'Frankenstein'.

02/21/2026

A Deep Dive into Beethoven's Beloved Symphony No. 9

Brian Lauritzen dives deep into Beethoven's timeless 9th Symphony

12/16/2025

Beethoven’s Quartet of ‘Thanksgiving’

Beethoven's String Quartet in A Minor, Op. 132, features a movement expressing gratitude for recovery from illness. It alternates between prayerful chorales and lively sections, reflecting his mortality.

11/25/2025

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