MainStage 2: The Revolutionary Artist

Always Admission Free...because world class music belongs to EVERYONE!

PROGRAM

Louise Farrenc – Symphony No. 3, Finale

Niccolò Paganini– Violin Concerto No. 1, Allegro maestoso
Lisa Saito - Debut Artist

Ludwig van Beethoven – Symphony No. 7

Always Admission Free...because world class music belongs to EVERYONE!

Tickets/RSVP's are not required but it helps us to know you're planning to come in part so that we can communicate details with you beforehand! Our admission free concerts have an open seating policy on a first come, first serve basis.

SFCO Members may enter for first choice seating beginning at 2:00pm. The doors open for non-members at 2:45pm. Members, please join us for a post concert toast to the New Year!

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Ring in the New Year with the SFCO and the exuberant music of three ground-breaking composers. Louise Farrenc was a concert pianist and composer who fought for women’s rights and would become the only female professor at the famed Paris Conservatoire during the 19th century. Her Symphony in G Minor sizzles with energy and drama.

Rarely has there been a virtuosic performer that forever changed the direction of their instrument’s technique, as completely as Niccolò Paganini. Paganini’s virtuosity was astounding - legends surrounding his persona were numerous as many speculated that he must have made a pact with the devil himself to have been granted such talent. His 1st violin concerto will be performed by the amazing 14-year-old violinist, Lisa Saito.

Our program concludes with music by a composer who would change the trajectory of classical music itself. Ludwig van Beethoven was the embodiment of the Revolutionary Artist, creating a seismic shift in the power and emotional drama of our repertoire. The 7th Symphony is as joyful and exuberant as any piece he would write - an affirmation of life, and a perfect way to lift our spirits into the new year.