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Davies Symphony Hall

201 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102
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Concession stands
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Opened in 1980 and named for philanthropist Louise M. Davies, this premier music venue was purpose-built for the San Francisco Symphony, giving it its... Read more
Year opened: 1980
Capacity: 2,743
San Francisco Symphony - James Gaffigan and Ray Chen at Davies Symphony Hall

San Francisco Symphony - James Gaffigan and Ray Chen

A thrilling evening of music is coming to the San Francisco Symphony as they are joined by conductor James Gaffigan and violinist Ray Chen this January. Together they will perform a trio of works, Missy Mazolli's Sinfonia (for Orbiting Spheres), Samuel Barber's one and only Violin Concerto, and Sergei Prokofiev's Symphony No. 5. Join the orchestra as they wind their way through a program so dazzling it'll leave you seeing fireworks at the end.

Joshua Bell at Davies Symphony Hall

Joshua Bell

From amazing child prodigy to breathtaking virtuoso, Joshua Bell has performed with every major orchestra worldwide. He came to national attention at the age of 14 in a highly acclaimed orchestral debut with Riccardo Muti and the Philadelphia Orchestra. A Carnegie Hall debut, the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant, and a recording contract further confirmed his presence in the music world.

Anne-Sophie Mutter at Davies Symphony Hall

Anne-Sophie Mutter

Anne-Sophie Mutter has achieved much in her four-decade long music career, let alone being named of the greatest violin virtuosos of our time. She was awarded the esteemed Siemens Music Prize in 2008, was made an honorary fellow of the Royal Academy of Music in London at just 22-years old, and has received four Grammy awards for solo orchestral and chamber music performances.

San Francisco Symphony: Handel's Messiah at Davies Symphony Hall

San Francisco Symphony: Handel's Messiah

Celebrate the holidays with one of music's most beloved traditions, with Jonathan Cohen conducting the San Francisco Symphony in a performance of Handel's Messiah. A cherished holiday custom since its premiere in 1742, this splendid oratorio features some of the most popular refrains in Western music; from "Comfort ye, my people" to the famous "Hallelujah" chorus.

San Francisco Symphony - Deck The Hall at Davies Symphony Hall

San Francisco Symphony - Deck The Hall

Returning for 2024, the San Francisco Symphony's annual holiday extravaganza has more than enough festive fun to banish even the biggest Scrooge! Featuring a program of holiday favorites new and old and a delightful cast including musicians, dancers, and special guests, Deck The Hall is one unmissable San Francisco holiday tradition!

Yuja Wang at Davies Symphony Hall

Yuja Wang

A player of peerless speed and insight, Yuja Wang is one of the finest pianists alive today. Born in Beijing, she began piano lessons at the age of six and was instantly enthralled by the instrument. Completing her formal education at the Curtis Institute for Music in Philadelphia, it wasn't long before she was performing with likes of Gustavo Dudamel et al.

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