California Symphony

08/28/2026

08/28/2026

Every California Symphony concert is built with a narrative by Artistic and Music Director Donato Cabrera — so by the time the music plays in Walnut Creek, you'll understand exactly why it's there. Trust the arc. 🎻

08/11/2026

Jennifer Higdon is one of the most celebrated American composers of our time, and this September, California Symphony will present the Northern California premiere of her Cello Concerto.

Want to get acquainted before the concert? Start with a playlist curated by Artistic & Music Director Donato Cabrera, featuring some of his favorite works by Higdon.

Then hear her music live with cellist Julian Schwarz at American Connections, Sept. 26–27.

🎧 Playlist here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL48Xx8zW2NRPXalZVY6G74RzaUcfPOmvJ&si=TgrMP0LXx2tNL5ES

08/10/2026

The California Symphony team has been working like a machine to bring Walnut Creek an incredible 40th anniversary season — and now it's your turn to come experience it.

Check out our website to see everything we have in store. 🎻

08/06/2026

Another Fresh Look is in the books! 🎶

Thank you to everyone who joined us this summer in Lafayette and San Ramon to explore the music, the stories, and the people behind the orchestra. We hope Fresh Look gives you an even deeper connection to the music when you join us for our 2026/27 season. See you at the concert hall. 💛

08/05/2026

California Symphony is celebrating 40 years of bringing orchestral music to Walnut Creek, and the 2026/27 season is one for the books.

Five programs, world-class soloists, and music that tells stories across continents and generations. Check out our website to learn more

08/03/2026

Too soon to think about the holidays? Maybe. 😄

Too soon to grab great seats for one of the season's most popular concerts? Definitely not.

Celebrate the season with a program of beloved holiday favorites including Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, Carol of the Bells, selections from Bach's Christmas Oratorio, and the thrilling sounds of Holiday Brass & Organ featuring soloist

Tickets are on sale now! 🎟️ https://www.californiasymphony.org/shows/holiday-traditions/

07/28/2026

Hot take: not all orchestras are the same — and Walnut Creek's California Symphony is proof. Artistic and Music Director Donato Cabrera has a way of making you feel like the music is speaking directly to you, whether you've been coming for decades or it's your very first time.

Come experience the difference at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek. 🎻

07/23/2026