October 18, 2026 | 4:00 PM

Travel from pioneers in the American West to the fires of Hell, from John Brown’s dream of justice to Carmen’s seductive song. Along the way, audiences will experience music filled with love and longing, drama and deceit, heartbreak and hope.

Joining the San Francisco Bach Choir are four featured soloists: soprano Cara Gabrielson, alto Sara Couden, tenor Elliott James Encarnación, and bass Curtis Streetman. Together, these accomplished vocalists bring opera’s heroes, villains, lovers, dreamers, and larger-than-life personalities to the stage. Joining our choir members and soloists at the piano are Yongyu Gao and Dara Phung. 

Have a drink with Verdi! Weep for Dido! Applaud the Meistersinger! Whether you’re a longtime opera fan or simply curious, this lively program offers an accessible way to experience the drama, humor, beauty, and emotional power of opera.