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The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight

Experience the electrifying fusion of Classical and Metal as The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight returns with a brand-new 90-minute concert. In the mesmerizing glow of candlelight, 14 classical musicians breathe new life into legendary Rock & Metal anthems, seamlessly blending ethereal melodies with powerful walls of distortion. This captivating performance will take you on a journey through the unexpected yet thrilling union of two musical worlds. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of dark, dramatic energy and musical mastery.

Le Salon de Musiques – Virtuosic Strings & Piano

Celebrate spring with an uplifting performance featuring romantic masterpieces by Chopin, Glinka, and Onslow—including a U.S. premiere. Introduced by musicologist Dr. Kristi Brown-Montesano, this intimate concert at the La Jolla Woman’s Club includes a post-performance Q&A and a high tea buffet with French Champagne

7 Last Words with So Say We All

In collaboration with So Say We All, the Hausmann Quartet presents Seven Last Words, a performance of Joseph Haydn’s epic masterpiece alongside spoken word presentations of original works by the authors themselves.

An Evening with Isaac Mizrahi

Actor, host, writer, designer and producer Isaac Mizrahi brings his one-of-a-kind show to the David & Dorothea Garfield stage, combining comedy, commentary and an array of classic and soon-to-be classic songs from Stephen Sondheim to Blondie, from Comden & Green to Madonna.

Adams Avenue Unplugged

Experience the vibrant sounds of San Diego at Adams Avenue Unplugged on April 26, 2025. This free musical walkabout features over 80 live performances across 24 venues along a two-mile stretch from University Heights to Kensington, showcasing local talent in intimate settings.

Revelations

Art of Elan partners with Mingei International Museum for a vibrant concert inspired by Fashioning an Icon, featuring works by Mexican composers and textiles that celebrate beauty, memory, and imagination.

34th annual San Diego Music Awards

34th annual San Diego Music Awards takes place on April 29, 2025 at Humphreys by the Bay. The event honors San Diego music and musicians, and benefits the San Diego Music Foundation's Guitars for Schools program.

Space 4 Art: Open Studios

Get a behind-the-scenes look at local artistry during Space 4 Art's Open Studios on May 3! Enjoy live music, food, drinks, and connect with resident artists as they share their creative process.

Gator By The Bay

Gator By The Bay returns May 8–11 with 100+ music acts, 10,000 lbs. of crawfish, dancing, and family fun at San Diego’s Spanish Landing Park.

The Harlem Gospel Travelers

The Harlem Gospel Travelers are not from Harlem. They came to Harlem, however, from far-flung corners of the five boroughs of New York City, and it was in Harlem, that legendary center of African-American culture, that they found their voices. Since its conception, they have focused on creating music that uplifts, inspires, and spreads the message of love.

San Diego International Fringe Festival

The San Diego International Fringe Festival returns for its 13th bold and beautiful year, celebrating creativity without boundaries and performances that push the edge. This year, we’re proud to showcase over 45 shows from an extraordinary range of artists representing Nepal, Australia, Mexico, the UK, and across the U.S.—including Los Angeles, Nevada, New York, and right here in San Diego.

Acoustic Evenings at the Athenaeum

The Acoustic Evenings series at the Athenaeum showcases some of the finest acoustic musicians in San Diego. Multiple acts fill each program, and attentive audiences delight in the intimacy of the unplugged storytelling format. San Diego Music Hall of Fame founder Jefferson Jay organizes and hosts the series.