California Symphony

06/12/2026

Walnut Creek — the 2026/27 California Symphony season is coming and we can't wait for you to see what's in store.

Tickets on sale now. Check out our website to learn more.

06/10/2026

🎶 Classically curious? Start here.

Join us this July for Fresh Look: The Symphony Exposed, a fun, engaging four-part course designed to deepen your appreciation of orchestral music and enhance your concert-going experience.

Led by award-winning instructor Scott Foglesong, Fresh Look will help you:
✨ Get more out of every concert
🎻 Learn how an orchestra works
📖 Explore the stories behind the music
👀 Get an insider's preview of California Symphony's 2026/27 season

📍 Lafayette — Wednesdays, July 8–29
📍 San Ramon — Thursdays, July 9–30
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM

Whether you're new to classical music or a longtime listener, Fresh Look offers a welcoming, entertaining deep dive into the world of the symphony.

🔗 Register here: https://www.californiasymphony.org/fresh-look-the-symphony-exposed/

Sponsored by:
San Ramon Academy of Music
The Community Foundation of Greater Lafayette
Kiwanis Club of San Ramon Valley

06/02/2026

05/30/2026

🥁 The wait is over, Walnut Creek.... California Symphony's 2026/27 season is here, and subscriptions are on sale!

Check out our website to see what's coming to the Lesher Center. 🎶

05/28/2026

Weekend Update, courtesy of Stefon from SNL (AKA our General Manager and Walnut Creek resident, Sunshine).

The hottest spot in Walnut Creek right now? Calicraft. This place has everything — great drinks, incredible vibes, and it's right around the corner from the symphony. What more do you need? 🍺🎻

Now is the time to subscribe to our 26/27 Season! Find out more at californiasymphony.com

05/25/2026

Playlist · 28 Songs

05/25/2026

🎶 Walnut Creek, California Symphony has a new Composer-in-Residence — meet Paul Novak.

The Chicago-based composer named by The Washington Post as one of ""23 composers and performers to watch"" will be writing three brand new works for California Symphony over the next three seasons. Check out our website to learn more.

05/23/2026

Walnut Creek, the 2026/27 California Symphony season subscriptions are on sale, and we are sat. 🪑

Check out our website to learn more.

05/22/2026

From first notes to final bows, this season was shaped by the people in the room. What was your favorite moment?

Thank you for being part of it — for the energy, the curiosity, and the moments we’ll carry with us. ✨

05/21/2026

to a season finale to remember. 🎶

Thank you for being part of such an incredible weekend — from Sofya Gulyak pianist’s electrifying Rachmaninoff to the world premiere by outgoing Composer-in-Residence Saad Haddad.

We’re so grateful to share this music with you.