Myths & Mortals: 

A Festival of Greek Mythology

Modern civilization is laden with legends and lore, none with more timeless potency than the ancient libraries of Greek mythology. These extraordinary stories are a source of wisdom, philosophy, and morality; they are humanized by scorching drama, deep tenderness, and poetic beauty. 

In March 2021, Esa-Pekka Salonen leads the San Francisco Symphony in a wide-ranging, three-week immersion into music inspired by Greek mythology. This is music of the myths that make us, music of the then and now.

Mar 5-7 Salonen Conducts Salonen & Ravel

Voices of Change

Art is a timely and timeless expression of existence. Throughout history and never more than today, composers have served as some of our greatest reporters on the human condition. Their narratives can reveal the world’s discords and injustices, and bring us back to humanity, giving voice to the human spirit.

Oct 2-3 Salonen: J.S. Bach & Sibelius 1

Oct 19 Mirga, Gidon Kremer, & City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra

Nov 12 & 14 The Fight for Equality: Julia Wolfe & Florence Price

Feb 4 & 6 Give Me Shelter: Gabriel Kahane’s emergency shelter intake form

May 13-15 Philippe Jordan Conducts Britten’s War Requiem