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

Sunday, December 15, 2024 - 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Concert – Donations Accepted – Suggested Donation $10 - $20

First Baptist Church | 22 Waller St, San Francisco, CA 94102

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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.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*Free Concert – Donations Accepted – Suggested Donation $10 - $20
Categories: *Top Pick*, In Person, Live Music, Sponsored, Theater & Performance
Venue: First Baptist Church
Address: 22 Waller St, San Francisco, CA 94102

Sunday, December 15, 2024

9:45 am   Lower Nob Hill Cleanup w/ Free Lunch for Volunteers (SF)  FREE
10:00 am   SF’s Free “Sundays at the Beach” Tai Chi Day (Great Highway)  FREE
10:00 am   “Manny’s Neighborhood Trash Cleanup” w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)  FREE*
*Sign up on this TogetherSF Mobilize page: https://www.mobilize.us/togethersf/event/444979/
10:00 am   SF’s 40th Annual Great Dickens Christmas Fair (Nov. 23-Dec. 22)  $45*
*General Admission is $45; special discounts available
10:30 am   “Red, White, and Grinched” SF’s Holiday Brunch Cruise (2024)  $75*
*Tickets include brunch buffet, sweet treats and all onboard activies
11:00 am   Patchwork Show Sacramento  FREE*
*Free-open to the public
11:00 am   “Lindy in the Park” Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)  FREE*
*Weather permitting (rain cancels)
11:00 am   Free Day at SF’s Contemporary Jewish Museum (Final Day – Closing for 1+ Year)  FREE*
*Book free tickets at thecjm.org
12:00 pm   Cheerie Emporium: A Holiday Market (Berkeley)  FREE*
*Totally free to attend!
5:30 pm   “Let’s Glow SF” 2024: SF’s Huge Holiday Projection Arts Festival (Final Day)  FREE
6:00 pm   FREE: Oakland “HellaSecret” Comedy Show (Sunday)  FREE*
*Limited free tickets with code FUNCHEAP (donations appreciated). Otherwise use code FUNCHEAP5 for $5 off early bird and general admission tickets
7:00 pm   Free Sunday Comedy Night at SF’s Newest Comedy Club (The Function)  FREE*
*Limited Free Tickets. Otherwise Get 50% Off Tickets w/ code FUNCHEAP - GA starts at $12.51 (fee included) instead of $22.51
7:00 pm   Free Tix: “Laff Baked” Sunday Night Cannabis Comedy Show (2024)  FREE*
*RSVP Required
7:00 pm   Free Tix: HellaSecret “Desi Comedy Night” Live in SF (7p + 8:45p)  FREE*
*Free with RSVP for first 100 people. $25 at door without RSVP
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