Concert: Vivaldi and the Oud in San Francisco
Friday, February 5, 2027 · 7:30 PM PST · Herbst Theatre · San Francisco, CA
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Peter Whelan leads a program anchored in Vivaldi’s propulsive string writing, paired with a newly commissioned concerto by Philharmonia Composer-in-Residence Tarik O’Regan. Vivaldi’s overture to L’Olimpiade and concertos from L’Estro armonico—works built on rhythm, contrast, and forward motion—helped define the Baroque concerto. O’Regan’s concerto, receiving its world premiere, features acclaimed oud soloist Joseph Tawadros and places the oud—an ancient plucked instrument central to Middle Eastern musical traditions—in a solo role more often occupied by violin or cello, set against the string orchestra. Choose 3, 4, or 5 concerts—as low as $30 per concert SUBSCRIBE AND SAVE Single tickets on sale now! GET TICKETS Program VIVALDI – Overture to L’Olimpiade TARIK O’REGAN – Concerto for oud, strings, and percussion (World Premiere) VIVALDI – Concerti for multiple violins from L’Estro armonico Performers Peter Whelan, conductor Joseph Tawadros, oud
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