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Brahms Odyssey

Explore the orchestra with Britten's lively guide, Bates' modern movie tour, and Brahms' emotive final symphony.

Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024 - 7:30 PM

Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024 - 4:00 PM

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Mozart Serenity

A calming meditation, a world-famous Spanish guitar concerto, and Mozart’s classical grandeur combine for one captivating concert.

Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025 - 7:30 PM

Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025 - 4:00 PM

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Tchaikovsky Passion

Stirring music that’s full of emotion and drama, with Tchaikovsky’s powerful final symphony as its conclusion.

Saturday, Mar. 22, 2025 - 7:30 PM

Sunday, Mar. 23, 2025 - 4:00 PM

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Unfinished Bruckner

A striking pairing of unfinished masterpieces marks the pinnacle of achievement for both composers.

Saturday, May. 3, 2025 - 7:30 PM

Sunday, May. 4, 2025 - 4:00 PM

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🎻 Walnut Creek, it’s time for a tough choice: Brahms or Britten?

Watch as members of the California Symphony weigh in on this classic “This or That” challenge! 🎶

Do you have a favorite? Let us know in the comments and get ready for our November concert where works by both Brahms and Britten (and Mason Bates) take the stage!

👇 Drop a “November” below for all the details, and don’t miss out on this incredible performance!

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🥁 Ever wondered what it takes to be a timpanist at the California Symphony in Walnut Creek? 🤔

Meet Alex Orfaly, our talented Principal Percussionist, as he shares the three most important things he brings to every performance! 🎶

From a variety of mallets (each creating unique sounds) to his trusty tuning fork for perfect pitch, Alex’s toolkit is essential. And let’s not forget his hands—the true magic behind every performance! 🙌 His passion and precision help bring the symphony to life with every beat. 💥

See Alex and the other talented California Symphony musicians at the Brahms Odyssey performance in November.

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Symphony Reviews

Here was another imaginative California Symphony production masterminded by Cabrera.

SF Classical Voice
California Symphony Leaves the Strings at Home

“It’s been on my wish list for a while — and now we’re finally doing it. It’s such a joyous, celebratory piece.”—Concertmaster Jennifer Cho

Mercury News
California Symphony concertmaster Will See Longtime Dream Come True

The chemistry between soloist and conductor was evident at every point, as Cabrera’s supple baton beautifully telegraphed Chan’s moves to the orchestra.

SF Classical Voice
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Donato Cabrera celebrates 10 years of innovation at California Symphony

Mercury News
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Walnut Creek has a genuine civic treasure with this orchestra.

SF Chronicle

It's a great orchestra. A great venue. If I could be part of one musical community in the Bay Area, the California Symphony would be it.

Dave Halligan from Berkeley

Hella fun

SF Classical Voice

It's one of the great pleasures of life, attending an evening at the California Symphony.

George Mathews, Subscriber

One of the region's most vibrant musical attractions.

Mercury News

Just a phenomenal performance. It will remain in my memory for the ages.

Mike B., Patron

The entire evening was fabulous. I especially liked and appreciated the brief introduction remarks by the conductor. Just a wonderful musical experience!

Barbara C., Patron

An intriguing mixture of the familiar, the newly-revived, and the new.

SF Classical Voice

Donato Cabrera has elevated the organization to one of the region's most progressive and consistently interesting outfits.

Mercury News

They take the stuffy edge out of the symphony.

Mike Elmore, Board Member

California Symphony certainly breaks the mold, as they expand their audiences for a much more inclusive environment so that everyone, of all socioeconomic classes, can enjoy.

Local Happenings Magazine