The Sounds of Pablo Picasso and Spain | Friday Nights at the de Young

Submitted by the Event Organizer

Join world-class cello ensemble The Ponticellos as they take you on a musical journey through the sounds of Picasso’s Spain. From flamenco to fandango, The Ponticellos will present passionate Spanish music from early-20th-century Spain—a soundtrack to the creative spirit of Picasso

Joined by a dynamic rhythm section of cajon, bass, and Spanish guitar, with a special guest flamenco dancer, The Ponticellos present a performance of beautiful, fiery, and energetic music. Come hear cellos like you’ve never heard them before

Plus free film screening “The Mystery of Picasso” (1956) in the Koret Auditorium at 7pm.

About Friday Nights at the De Young
Friday Nights at the de Young offers a variety of free interdisciplinary arts programs, including live music, poetry, films, dance, art activities and lectures in the public spaces of the museum.

Please note that admission to the museum’s galleries is not free on Friday nights, but instead all of the events listed above take place in the museum’s “free zone” right by the entrance and are free and open the public and do not require tickets.

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.