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SF’s “Civic Strings” Free Concerts (Dec. 15-June 8)

The San Francisco Civic Music Association presents “Civic Strings” free concerts from Dec. 15-June 8 at First Baptist Church!

“Civic Strings” concerts – a smaller, string-focused ensemble, especially tailored for players getting reintroduced into classical music. This group is a string orchestra that provides a gentle re-entry into ensemble playing for those who may not have played for many years. Civic Strings per forms music of the baroque and classical period with a focus on string technique for these eras.

Music Director & Conductor – Michelle Maruyama

2024 – 2025 SCHEDULE & PROGRAM

Sundays from Dec. 15, 2024 – June 8, 2025 | 3pm-5pm
First Baptist Church, 22 Waller St, San Francisco, CA 94102 (map)

Sunday, December 15, 2024 (Winter)
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
PROGRAM:

  • Arcangelo Corelli – Concerto grosso in G minor, Op. 6, No. 8 (Fatto per la notte di Natale, “Christmas Concerto”)
  • Johann Sebastian Bach – Concerto for Violin and Oboe in C minor, BWV 1060R
  • Christopher Wilson – Suite for String Orchestra

Michelle Maruyama – Music Director
Free Concert – Donations Accepted – Suggested Donation $10 – $20

Sunday, March 16, 2025 (Spring)
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
PROGRAM:

  • TBA – TBA

Michelle Maruyama – Music Director
Free Concert – Donations Accepted – Suggested Donation $10 – $20

Sunday, June 8, 2025 (Summer)
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
PROGRAM:

    • TBA – TBA

Michelle Maruyama – Music Director
Free Concert – Donations Accepted – Suggested Donation $10 – $20

About San Francisco Civic Music Association

San Francisco Civic Music Association is an independent, non profit organization founded by members of the San Francisco Civic Symphony. The Association’s mission is to offer free concerts to the community and to provide a place where musicians of all levels can learn and perform. Our operations are paid for by donations from our musicians, listeners, and supporters.

SFCMA also provides free workshops during the summer for adults looking to improve their musicianship.

See their full 2024-2025 calendar of events.

Sunday, March 16

SF’s “Civic Strings” Free Concerts (Dec. 15-June 8)
Sunday, March 16 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Concert – Donations Accepted – Suggested Donation $10 - $20
| First Baptist Church
SF’s “Civic Strings” Free Concerts (Dec. 15-June 8)

The San Francisco Civic Music Association presents “Civic Strings” free concerts from Dec. 15-June 8 at First Baptist Church! “Civic Strings” concerts – a smaller, string-focused ensemble, especially tailored for players getting reintroduced into classical music. This group is a string orchestra that provides a ...

Sunday, June 8

SF’s “Civic Strings” Free Concerts (Dec. 15-June 8)
Sunday, June 8 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Concert – Donations Accepted – Suggested Donation $10 - $20
| First Baptist Church
SF’s “Civic Strings” Free Concerts (Dec. 15-June 8)

The San Francisco Civic Music Association presents “Civic Strings” free concerts from Dec. 15-June 8 at First Baptist Church! “Civic Strings” concerts – a smaller, string-focused ensemble, especially tailored for players getting reintroduced into classical music. This group is a string orchestra that provides a ...


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