Symphonix Events

Symphonix is more than parties... though they are the best in the Bay Area. We offer a wide variety of events throughout the year, ranging from informal cocktail get-togethers, to interesting educational events and spectacular gala dinners. Some of our events are open to the public, some are exclusively for ‘members only’, and all support the San Francisco Symphony. Join Symphonix today and experience the best the Bay Area has to offer.

Upcoming Events

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Symphonix Holiday Soiree:

 

Past Events

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Tuesday, October 11 - Membership Party at the W

View the invitation.

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Wednesday, September 7 - Centennial Opening Night Gala

Tickets are on track and expected to completely sell out by July.  Symphonix Dinner is the only ticket available to anyone at this time, so they are going fast!

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Thursday, August 4 - Symphonix Opening Night Gala Launch Party

Tiffany & Co. - 350 Post Street; 6:30 - 8:30pm
View the Invitation and Facebook invite

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Wednesday, July 13 - Summer Membership Party

Chambers Eat + Drink - 601 Eddy Street (between Larkin St & Polk St)

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Friday, May 20, 2011 - Symphonix Presents: The Masked Ball

6:30 – 8 pm Arrivals– Fairmont Hotel, Penthouse Suite
Grand Masque & Sponsor Levels
Drinks and Hors D’oeuvres
Music by Quartet Rouge

8pm – 12 am The Masked Ball – Fairmont Hotel, Venetian Room
Masquerade, Grand Masque & Sponsor Levels
Drinks and dinner
Dancing to Night Fever and DJ Dylan

11:30pm – 1 am Post Party – Fairmont Hotel, Penthouse Suite
Grand Masque & Sponsor Levels
Drinks

Attire is White Tie preferred, Masks are mandatory*
*please arrive with your mask, masks will not be available for purchase at the event.

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Friday April 15 - Davies After Hours dinner and concert

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Wednesday March 30 - The Masked Ball Launch Party

launch party chairmen lisa edwards & pamela fishman-cianci
invite you to the symphonix

MASKED BALL launch party

wednesday | march 30, 2011
6:30pm–8:30pm

frey norris gallery | 161 jessie street | san francisco

admission complimentary to Masked Ball ticket holders and symphonix members
please reply by march 23 | rsvp@sfsymphonix.org

click here for more information or to reserve your Masked Ball ticket today

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Thursday, December 2 - Symphonix Holiday Soiree

Join Symphonix for some warm holiday cheer at San Francisco's hottest new venue, One Leidesdorff.

Ring in the season and help Symphonix sponsor the 6th, 7th and 8th grade classes of the Megan Furth Academy, Horace Mann Middle School, and the DeMarillac Academy through the Symphony's Concert for Kids program—providing music education and concert enjoyment to more than 35,000 school children each year.

One Leidesdorff
Thursday, December 2
6:30 - 8:30 PM
1 Leidesdorff St @ Pine St, San Francisco

Complimentary to Symphonix Members, $45 for non-members

Enjoy bites courtesy of One Leidesdorff. Complimentary beer, cocktails, wine and bubbles.

Symphonix membership prices will increase in 2011 - renew today and receive the benefits of membership for a full calendar year. http://www.sfsymphonix.org/membership

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Thursday, September 30 - The Stanford Court Renaissance

Join Symphonix for its first party of the season!

Symphonix invites you to enjoy the warm September weather and kick off the San Francisco Symphony's 99th season from the chic courtyard at the newly renovated Stanford Court atop Nob Hill.

hosted at

The Stanford Court Renaissance
Thursday, September 30
6:30 - 8:30 PM
905 California St @ Powell, San Francisco

Complimentary to Symphonix Members
$40 for non-members

Enjoy bites courtesy of Stanford Court, with complimentary wine and bubbles. Featuring DJ Dylan Cahill. Cash bar available.

View the article here and the photos here.

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99th Anniversary Symphony Opening Night Gala - Tuesday, September 7

On Tuesday, September 7, 2010, the San Francisco Symphony and Music Director Michael Tilson Thomas welcome operatic superstar Jessye Norman onto the stage of Davies Symphony Hall to launch the Symphony’s 2010-11 season!
 
We hope you will join us for this unforgettable evening.  Amidst the grandeur of City Hall, the cocktail reception and formal Symphonix Dinner are an exciting and glamorous prelude to the Opening Gala concert.  Following the performance, the evening continues with two after-parties featuring live entertainment and dancing.

Your ticket purchase to the Opening Night Gala supports the Symphony and its award-winning education programs, bringing classical music and music education to over 22,000 children in San Francisco public elementary schools.  We are grateful to Wells Fargo, returning as Opening Night Gala Presenting Sponsor, for its extraordinary philanthropic commitment to the Symphony's Adventures in Music and education of the Arts throughout the Bay Area.

Dinner Cocktail Reception: 5:30-6:30pm, City Hall
Dinner: 6:30-8pm, City Hall
Champagne Promenade (30&Under): 7:30pm, Davies Symphony Hall
Concert: 8:30pm, Davies Symphony Hall
After Parties: Immediately following the concert, Patrons Tent and City Hall, featuring live performances by The Fundamentals and Jonathan Poretz's A Swingin’ Night at the Sands

Download the order form here.

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Symphonix Opening Night Gala Launch Party - Thursday, August 12th, 2010

The St. Regis Hotel • 125 - 3rd Street, San Francisco

6:30pm - 8:30pm

Join Symphonix at The St. Regis Hotel for an evening of hosted drinks and nibbles. 
Complimentary for Gala Ticket Holders and Symphonix Members

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Opening Night Gala Symphonix Preview Event - Monday, July 19th, 2010

The Fairmont Hotel, Crown Room • 950 Mason Street, San Francisco

6:30pm - 8:30pm

A hosted cocktail reception followed by an artistic conversation with Donato Cabrera, Assistant Director, San Francisco Symphony, and select San Francisco Symphony orchestra members in the stunning Crown Room.

Complimentary for Gala Ticket Holders and Symphonix Members

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Thursday, June 17 - Chic, Sustainable Style. Hosted at the W on the Terrace

Symphonix invites you to take in the sights from the Terrace at the W one of San Francisco's greenest hotels. Raise a glass to the W's newly minted Silver LEED certification as we enjoy the evening breeze and groove to the sounds of DJ Dojah.

Thursday, June 17 • 6:30–8:30PM
181 Third Street @ Howard, San Francisco
Complimentary to Symphonix Members
$40 for non-members
Cocktail attire • Valet parking available

Enjoy complimentary wine and bubbles, bites courtesy of the W San Francisco, and cocktails provided by Haamonii Sochu.

RSVP to rsvp@sfsymphonix.org or call the Symphonix Hotline at 415-503-5248

View the Invitation

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Monday, June 7 - Davies After Hours Preview Dinner

Join Symphonix for an intimate dinner at Bisou Restaurant to preview the final Davies After Hours performance of the season. Starting at 6:00pm, enjoy a three-course French meal created by Chef Nick Ronan exclusively for Symphonix members, along with two glasses of wine and the spectacular company of your fellow Symphonix members.

Seats at this intimate dinner are limited to 40 guests. Pricing is $96 for both the June 7 dinner and the June 11 concert. Tickets may be purchased at http://bisoudah.eventbrite.com/. If you already hold a ticket to the June 11 concert, please contact mediarelations@sfsymphonix.org to reserve a spot at the dinner.

Become a Symphonix member today to receive 25% off tickets.

Bisou is located at 2367 Market Street, San Francisco, between Noe and Castro streets

View the Symphonix dinner menu

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Saturday, May 22 - The Black and White Ball ® - The Party of the Year!

Join Symphonix at The Black & White Ball Bash Beyond the Ball

On Saturday, May 22, The Black & White Ball returns featuring performances by Tony Bennett and k.d. lang in concert at Davies Symphony Hall. Spanning three historic War Memorial Buildings, two custom-designed tents, six stages, and twelve bands – including Kool & The Gang – this is a party you won’t want to miss.

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Wednesday, April 14 - Symphonix Bash Beyond the Ball Launch Party - Giorgio Armani Boutique

Time: 6pm - 8pm
Location: 278 Post Street at Stockton
Cost: Complimentary for Symphonix members and BASH ticket holders, or $40 at the door.

10% of all purchases made at the Armani Store from April 14th through 18th benefit the San Francisco Symphony. Come shop for a cause!

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Thursday, February 25, 2009 - Winter Membership Party - Postrio

Come in from the cold Experience a new twist on an old classic
 
Symphonix hosts its first membership party of the new year within Postrio's unique art-centered space, boasting works from artists such as Robert Rauschenberg, Roy Lichtenstein, and Dale Chihuly.
 
When: Thursday, February 25th • 6:30–8:30PM
Where: Postrio
Location: 645 Post St @ Mason, San Francisco
Cost: Complimentary to Symphonix Members $35 for non-members

Enjoy complimentary wine and bubbles, bites courtesy of Postrio, and cocktails provided by Haamonii Shochu.

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Wednesday, November 4, 2009 - Fall Membership Party - Millennium Tower

Experience the "Symphonix Sky Lounge"
 
The most opulent Symphonix event to date. Explore breathtaking, panoramic views from the 52nd floor of the brand-new Millennium Tower. Enjoy complimentary cocktails, appetizers, and music in four different, ultra-luxurious venues decorated by 25 of the Bay Area’s top designers. Symphonix presents music stylings by our world-class Symphony musicians. SF Symphony First Chair Florin Parvalesc and Second Chair Chen Zhao will set the mood with the elegance of the violin. In three additional Penthouse suites, you can enjoy a piano performance by Lucas Bantner, groove to the beats of DJ Doug Landis, or experience the sounds of DJ Miles Kelly. Then, ride the elevators down for the post-party at Michael Mina's RN74
 
When: November 4, from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Where: Millennium Tower
Location: 450 Mission St. (at Fremont), San Francisco
Link: millenniumtowersf.com
Cost: Complimentary for Symphonix members, $40 for non-members
Cocktail or business attire.  Complimentary valet. Net proceeds benefit the San Francisco Symphony and its education and community programs, providing music education to over 75,000 Bay Area children each year.

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First Membership Event of the Season - October 1, 2009

Sloane, 1525 Mission Street, San Francisco
 
Guests of Symphonix experienced an evening of hosted drinks and nibbles at Sloane, San Francisco’s newest upscale lounge and boutique nightclub, and explored the unique works of art on display at the adjoining Paige Glass art gallery.  DJ HeyLo of 747 Records and DJ Duserock were featured.

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Opening Night Gala & Symphonix Dinner - Wednesday, September 9th, 2009

Davies Symphony Hall
the San Francisco Symphony and Music Director Michael Tilson Thomas launch a new season with an unforgettable Opening Night Gala. MTT welcomes 26 year-old piano virtuoso Lang Lang, who will dazzle audiences with the intricate and exciting Piano Concerto No. 3 by Sergei Prokofiev. Lang Lang has played sold-out concerts in every major city in the world and has been termed the "hottest artist on the classical music planet" by the New York Times. This evening marks the start of MTT’s 15th season with the San Francisco Symphony.

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Symphonix Summer Celebration at Servino - Sunday, August 23rd, 2009
1pm - 3pm

Join your Symphonix friends for a Summer Celebration on the Bay at Servino in Tiburon. Enjoy beautiful views with a DJ, complimentary cocktails and light appetizers north of the City.

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Symphonix Dinner Launch - Wednesday, August 12th, 2009
6:30pm - 8:30pm

La Mar Cebicheria • Pier 1.5, The Embarcadero, San Francisco

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Opening Night Gala Symphonix Preview - Wednesday, July 22nd, 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Mark Hopkins Intercontinental Peacock Court • 999 California Street
An artistic conversation with Robin Sutherland, Principal Pianist, San Francisco Symphony, and John Kieser, General Manager, San Francisco Symphony.

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Symphonix Trilogy Series - Friday May 29, 6:30pm Davies Symphony Hall

Symphonix Trilogy Concert and Post Concert Gathering at Bambuddha Lounge
Michael Tilson Thomas and Michelle De Young

This Friday 6.5 Series concert features Michael Tilson Thomas's remarks before the complete works are performed. The music of Vienna through the work of two very different native sons. Schubert's lyrical Rosamunde Overture and his Unfinished Symphony are juxtaposed with Berg's Seven Early Songs.

The 2008/2009 Symphonix Trilogy Series ends on a high-note with a complimentary exclusive after-party at the Bambuddha Lounge sponsored by San Francisco Magazine. This is complimentary for Symphonix members and concert ticket holders; all others may pay $30 at the door. Bambuddha Lounge is located inside the Phoenix Hotel at 601 Eddy Street.

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Wednesday May 6th, 2009 - Spring Membership Event - Project One Gallery

Celebrate Spring with Symphonix at the ultra hip art gallery Project One

When: May 6 from 6-8pm
Where: Project One Gallery
Location: 251 Rhode Island Street, SF, CA
Link: www.p1sf.com
Cost: Complimentary for members, $30 for non-members

Featuring DJ Duserock

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Symphonix Trilogy Series - Friday April 3, 6:30pm Davies Symphony Hall

Symphonix Trilogy Concert and Post Concert Gathering at Jade Lounge
James Gaffigan and Leila Josefowicz

This Friday’s concert features James Gaffigan’s remarks before the complete works are performed. Experience the clarity and inventiveness of two classical symphonies, and hear the crtically acclaimed violin concerto, Concentric Paths of young British Composer Thomas Ades.

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Symphonix Trilogy Series - Friday March 13, 6:30pm Davies Symphony Hall

Symphonix Trilogy Concert and Post Concert Gathering at Sugar Lounge
James Conlon and Jean-Yves Thibaudet

This Friday’s concert features James Conlon’s remarks before the complete works are performed. Franz Liszt, Superstar Pianist, meets modern counterpart in Thibaudet. James Conlon, Los Angeles Opera’s Musical Director, brings us music from the opera that sparked Stalin’s campaign against Shottakovich.

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Symphonix Trilogy Series - Friday, February 27, 6:30 PM Davies Symphony Hall

Symphonix Trilogy Concert and Wattis Room Post Concert Party
Michael Tilson Thomas and Anne-Sophie Mutter

This Friday's concert features the Michael Tilson Thomas's remarks before the complete works are performed. An unparalleled musical evening unfolds with the brilliant Anne-Sophie Mutter in the US premiere of Gubaidulina's Violin Concerto. Enjoy Ravel's charming tribute to noble and sentimental waltzes, an homage to earlier Romantics like Schubert.

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Thursday January 15th, 2009 - Winter Membership Event - Infusion Lounge

Infuse The New Year With Symphonix

Join Symphonix at San Francisco’s Newest and Hottest Restaurant and Lounge,
Infusion Lounge, for an evening of hosted drinks and nibbles.

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