Classical Music Articles & Interviews | San Francisco Symphony

ARTICLES & INTERVIEWS

These Symphony-commissioned feature articles offer insights into the music you’ll hear in the concert hall.

October 1, 2026

The Connection’s the Key

Music Director Designate Elim Chan traces her journey to the SF Symphony and her hopes for the future

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September 1, 2026

The Bridge

Alexander Barantschik celebrates 25 years with the SF Symphony

September 1, 2026

Suddenly Now

Composer Unsuk Chin

September 1, 2026

Meet the Musicians

Joshua Elmore
Principal Bassoon

July 1, 2026

2026–27 Season: Music Connects

July 1, 2026

Celebrating Retiring Musicians

With the close of the 2025–26 season, we bid farewell to three musicians retiring from the SF Symphony.

June 1, 2026

Unlimited Potential

Debuting conductor Tianyi Lu on what conducting means to her