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SF Philharmonic and Anne Richardson

Saturday, May 30, 2026 - 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Cost: $30
Herbst Theatre | 401 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA

Event Details

Music Director Jessica Bejarano and the San Francisco Philharmonic close their season with an unforgettable evening of passion, brilliance, and sweeping orchestral power.

The concert opens with Marche Slave, one of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s most electrifying works—a thrilling musical journey from darkness to triumph, filled with soaring melodies, thunderous climaxes, and a finale that will shake the hall.

Then, acclaimed soloist Anne Richardson, Associate Principal Cello of the San Francisco Symphony, brings warmth, elegance, and virtuosic brilliance to Tchaikovsky’s beloved Variations on a Rococo Theme—a dazzling showcase of lyrical beauty and expressive artistry.

The evening culminates with Edward Elgar’s monumental Enigma Variations, a masterpiece of mystery, emotion, and cinematic grandeur. Each variation paints a vivid musical portrait—tender, playful, noble, and deeply moving—building toward the transcendent majesty of “Nimrod,” one of the most beloved moments in all orchestral music. Featured in countless iconic films, this unforgettable work speaks directly to the human spirit.
About San Francisco Philharmonic:
The mission of the San Francisco Philharmonic is to take world-class symphonic music off the pedestal and into the heart of our community. San Francisco Philharmonic is an orchestral group dedicated to cultural enrichment, music education and creating a performance platform for women and POC artists to showcase their talents. We are dedicated to executing diversity, equity and inclusion in all facets, from our board of directors, musicians, audience members and conductors on the podium.

For more information, visit www.sfphil.org

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Cost: $30
Categories: Community, Downtown San Francisco, In Person, Kids & Families, Live Music, Theater & Performance
Address: 401 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA

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