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SF Music Day

Was A Huge Success

SF Music Day wouldn’t be what it is – a monumental showcase of world-class live music for 7-straight hours – without the Bay Area music community. We are pleased to announce that InterMusic was able to reach our $25,000 goal! We are so grateful to those who participated in our fundraising challenge.

Our supporters, musicians, staff, and audience members make SF Music Day possible! THANK YOU!

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October 9, 2022

Featured Performers

Artists and programs are subject to change.

The Bernal Hill Players

About the Ensemble

The Bernal Hill Players is a gleefully eclectic chamber music ensemble formed in 2008 that performs classical and contemporary chamber music from around the world, as well as newly commissioned pieces by Californian and Mexican composers. They like music with strong local flavors, and their mission is to foster intercultural creative connections between composers, performers, and audiences.

bernalhillplayers.com

Bertamo Trio 

About the Ensemble

The Bertamo Trio is a San Francisco Bay Area-based early music group that brings the music of the Baroque to today’s audiences with professional polish, verve, and precision.

bertamo.com

Del Sol Quartet

About the Ensemble

Fascinated by the feedback loop between social change, technology, and artistic
innovation, the San Francisco-based Del Sol Quartet is a leading force in 21st-century
chamber music.

delsolquartet.com

The Dynamic Miss Faye Carol & Her Sextet

About the Ensemble

Join legendary vocalist The Dynamic Miss Faye Carol and this all-star intergenerational band of giants for an evening across the musical spectrum from jazz to blues to funk and beyond.

fayecarol.com

Empyrea

About the Ensemble

Empyrea is a trio of internationally acclaimed musical explorers who revel in the limitless possibilities that reside in the great unknown. Percussionist Ian Dogole, saxophonist/vocalist Richard Howell, and bassist/cellist/other Kash Killion’s musical explorations defy category – cross-cultural, cross-genre and able to leap into the cosmic spaceways at any moment – all with an intention to uplift and energize their audiences. 

iandogole.com

Ensemble ARI

About the Ensemble

“Ari” is a Korean word with multiple meanings: big river, wisdom and beauty. Ensemble Ari is a group of Korean-American musicians in the Bay Area whose mission is to bridge Korea and other communities through western instruments while honoring Korean history and culture.

jeanahn.com/ensemble-ari

Ensemble for These Times

About the Ensemble

E4TT previews works for piano trio from their 15th anniversary season opener “CelesTrios,” with works by Yaz Lancaster, Jonathan Bailey Holland, and Bohuslav Martinu.

e4tt.org

Erik Jekabson Sextet

About the Ensemble

Erik Jekabson is a trumpet player, composer, arranger and educator who leads his own groups, the Erik Jekabson Sextet, the String-tet and the Electric Squeezebox Orchestra. Erik has eight CDs out under his own name; his most recent album is “One Note at a Time” (2020).

erikjekabson.com

Gary Muszynski and Friends

About the Ensemble

Percussionist, composer, and educator, Gary Muszynski focuses on world fusion, especially the the sounds and rhythms of Brazil, Africa, Cuba, Peru, and India, combined with the sounds of nature.

oneworldmusic.com

George Brooks and Utsav Lal with special guest Keshav Batish

About the Ensemble

George Brooks is a prolific and diverse saxophonist and composer, acclaimed for successfully bridging the worlds of jazz and Indian classical music. 

georgebrooks.com
utsavlal.com
keshavbatish.com

Greek Chamber Music Project

About the Ensemble

The Greek Chamber Music Project (GCMP) is a presenter and record label that celebrates the Greek world through captivating programming in intimate concert settings. 

greekchambermusic.com

John Schott and William Winant Percussion Group

About the Ensemble

Guitarist and composer John Schott presents the world Premiere of “Three Singles,” composed with the glorious pleasures and strictures of 45rpm records in mind. “Three Singles” was commissioned with support from InterMusic SF’s Musical Grant Program.

johnschott.com
williamwinant.com

MANA Quartet

About the Ensemble

Called a “groundbreaking ensemble” by the Los Angeles Chronicle, The MANA Quartet has repeatedly won high praise from today’s leading composers, noted as “vigorous and accomplished… and “beautifully balanced…a new bright light in the world of chamber music” by Pulitzer Prize winners Charles Wuorinen and Ellen Taafe Zwilich. Championed as “Saxophone Ambassadors” by Chamber Music Magazine, MANA embodies its namesake as a force advocating for the saxophone in classical music.

themanaquartet.com

Matt Renzi Quartet

About the Ensemble

Multi-reedist Matt Renzi has been performing professionally for the past 20 years at international jazz festivals and music venues worldwide. He is recognized internationally  for his advanced concepts in spontaneous group composition and collective improvisation with The Matt Renzi Quartet.

mattrenzi.com

Matthew Linaman and Robert Mollicone

About the Ensemble

Cellist Matthew Linaman and pianist Robert Mollicone present a program of works by women composers.

mjlcello.com

Michael Smolens' Spiritual Time Sextet

About the Ensemble

Pianist and composer Michael Smolens  brings a rich and diverse musical background to all of his performances. His repertoire includes unique interpretations of jazz, Broadway, Latin, classical, and sacred traditions.

secondsightmusic.com

Nathan Clevenger Group

About the Ensemble

Nathan Clevenger is an Oakland-bred and based composer and guitarist/keyboardist, working on the margins of jazz, modern classical, and free improvisation.

nathanclevengermusic.com

Ninth Planet

About the Ensemble

Ninth Planet is a new music ensemble and service organization dedicated to the commissioning, performance and furthering of new music, especially the works of young composers and artists and those from underrepresented communities.

ninthplanetmusic.org

Quartet San Francisco

About the Ensemble

Non-traditional in their delivery, QSF redefines the sound of chamber music. “When the music says swing, we swing. When the music says groove, we groove.”

quartetsanfrancisco.com

Richard Howell’s Joy Protocol Ensemble

About the Ensemble

Multi-instrumentalist, saxophonist, and vocalist, Richard Howell has explored a vast spectrum of music. His powerful, sensually melodic saxophone playing has been heard with artists as diverse and definitive as blues/jazz/soul legends Etta James, and Chaka Khan, to jazz greats including Cecil Taylor, Don Cherry, Billy Higgins, and Charlie Haden.

richardhowellandsuddenchanges.com

Rob Reich's Circus Bella Big Band

About the Ensemble

A modern twist on one-ring circus…overflowing with heart and soul.

robreich.com
circusbella.org

Sam Reider and the Human Hands

About the Ensemble

Irresistible melodies, fiery improvisation and otherworldly sounds collide in what Songlines Magazine dubbed “mash-up of the the Klezmatics, Quintette du Hot Club de France and the Punch Brothers.” The New York Times calls it “modern folk music with saxophone and accordion.”

samreidermusic.com/the-human-hands

Sarah Wilson's Brass Tonic

About the Ensemble

Trumpeter, singer and composer Sarah Wilson’s music is deeply shaped by jazz yet uniquely draws inspiration from avant pop, Afro-Latin grooves and indie rock as much as the post-bop continuum. 

sarahwilsonmusic.com

Sierra Quartet

About the Ensemble

The Sierra Quartet seeks to breathe new life into chamber music through thoughtful and diverse programming and cross-disciplinary collaborations. They believe that music has the power to enrich their communities and are dedicated to making world-class performance an accessible part of the cultural fabric of the Bay Area.

sierraquartet.com

Musicians from Trinity Alps Chamber Music Festival

About the Ensemble

Pianist Ian Scarfe joins pianist Elektra Schmidt and cellist Rochelle Nguyen to perform works by Maurice Ravel and John Adams.

trinityalpscmf.org

Terrence Brewer and Marcus Shelby Duo

About the Ensemble

Terrence Brewer is a first-call and in-demand bandleader, record producer, concert performer, studio musician, and one of the San Francisco Bay area’s foremost and sought after music educators.

Marcus Anthony Shelby is a composer, bassist, bandleader, and educator. His work focuses on the history, present, and future of African American lives, social movements, and music education.

These two Bay Area luminaries will share the stage in a rare duet performance. 

terrencebrewer.com
marcusshelby.com

Vitamin Em

About the Ensemble

Vitamin Em celebrates jazz, funk, R&B, soul and fiddle music with verve and enthusiasm. The band is serious about having fun, and its members, steeped in an abundance of musical traditions – jazz, funk, blues, Klezmer, indie, rock, Balkan, fiddle, classical – bring a wealth of experience, creativity and fearless improvisation to each performance.

vitaminemmusic.com

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Past SF Music Day Festivals

SF Music Day is a free, daylong music festival hosted in the center of San Francisco’s arts and culture district. Founded 15 years ago, this event celebrates the diverse Bay Area music community and invites local audiences to explore, savor, and experience live music performances at the historic San Francisco War Memorial and Performing Arts Center. 

Each year, InterMusic SF presents SF Music Day, which features dozens of ensembles performing a staggering array of repertoire and styles. Thanks to support from InterMusic SF community partners, SF Music Day has grown and thrived and continues to be a central component of the SF Bay Area performing arts calendar. At InterMusic SF, we rely on generous donations and grant awards from foundations, corporate sponsors, and individuals to produce and present SF Music Day. This support enables InterMusic SF to fulfill its mission of advocating for a thriving musical community of those who create, share, and love the art of collaborative ensemble music.

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SF Music Day is made possible with support from First Republic Wealth Management, Baker Tilly Foundation, Mervyn L. Brenner Foundation, Walter and Elise Haas Foundation, Phyllis C. Wattis Foundation, Grants for the Arts, and Fleishhacker Foundation.

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* If you are attending the festival, please note that The City of San Francisco has lifted their COVID-19 requirements for entry to public buildings. The SF War Memorial & Performing Arts Center is a city government building, and will follow guidelines put forth by the San Francisco Health Department. For SF Music Day attendees, this means:

  • Masks are encouraged. While mask mandates in San Francisco have been lifted, we encourage SF Music Day attendees to wear a mask.
  • Proof of vaccination is not required for entry.
  • Eating and drinking may only take place in designated areas.

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SF Music Day

SF Music Day Was A Huge Success SF Music Day wouldn’t be what it is – a monumental showcase of world-class live music for 7-straight hours – without the Bay Area music community. We are pleased to announce that InterMusic was able to reach our $25,000 goal! We are so grateful to those who participated in our fundraising challenge. Our supporters, musicians, staff, and audience members make SF Music Day possible! THANK YOU! Join our Mailing List Make A Donation https://youtu.be/liOIJ4aNNGU October 9, 2022 Featured Performers Artists and programs are subject to change. The Bernal Hill Players About the Ensemble The Bernal Hill Players is a gleefully eclectic chamber music ensemble formed in 2008 that performs classical and contemporary chamber music from around the world, as well as newly commissioned pieces by Californian and Mexican composers. They like music with strong local flavors, and their mission is to foster intercultural creative connections between composers, performers, and audiences. bernalhillplayers.com Bertamo Trio  About the Ensemble The Bertamo Trio is a San Francisco Bay Area-based early music group that brings the music of the Baroque to today’s audiences with professional polish, verve, and precision. bertamo.com Del Sol Quartet About the Ensemble Fascinated by the feedback loop between social change, technology, and artistic innovation, the San Francisco-based Del Sol Quartet is a leading force in 21st-century chamber music. delsolquartet.com The Dynamic Miss Faye Carol & Her Sextet About the Ensemble Join legendary vocalist The Dynamic Miss Faye Carol and this all-star intergenerational band of giants for an evening across the musical spectrum from jazz to blues to funk and beyond. fayecarol.com Empyrea About the Ensemble Empyrea is a trio of internationally acclaimed musical explorers who revel in the limitless possibilities that reside in the great unknown. Percussionist Ian Dogole, saxophonist/vocalist Richard Howell, and bassist/cellist/other Kash Killion’s musical explorations defy category – cross-cultural, cross-genre and able to leap into the cosmic spaceways at any moment – all with an intention to uplift and energize their audiences.  iandogole.com Ensemble ARI About the Ensemble “Ari” is a Korean word with multiple meanings: big river, wisdom and beauty. Ensemble Ari is a group of Korean-American musicians in the Bay Area whose mission is to bridge Korea and other communities through western instruments while honoring Korean history and culture. jeanahn.com/ensemble-ari Ensemble for These Times About the Ensemble E4TT previews works for piano trio from their 15th anniversary season opener “CelesTrios,” with works by Yaz Lancaster, Jonathan Bailey Holland, and Bohuslav Martinu. e4tt.org Erik Jekabson Sextet About the Ensemble Erik Jekabson is a trumpet player, composer, arranger and educator who leads his own groups, the Erik Jekabson Sextet, the String-tet and the Electric Squeezebox Orchestra. Erik has eight CDs out under his own name; his most recent album is “One Note at a Time” (2020). erikjekabson.com Gary Muszynski and Friends About the Ensemble Percussionist, composer, and educator, Gary Muszynski focuses on world fusion, especially the the sounds and rhythms of Brazil, Africa, Cuba, Peru, and India, combined with the sounds...
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