Sunday, October 6, 2024 • 10am to 2pm
Join Crowden, San Francisco Chamber Orchestra, Son de la Tierra, and more for a free day of musical fun for all ages!
What to do at Community Music Day
Son de la Tierra
Son de la Tierra is a Resident Company from East Bay Center for the Performing Arts. Under the direction of Lolis García and Claudio Vega, Son de la Tierra reflects an intense commitment to traditional practices of distinct Mexican dance, poetry, music, and ceremonial occasions including Xantolo (Día de Muertos), La Rama (Christmas Procession), and Fandangos (Communal Musical Party). Central to this group’s purpose is a dedication to Son as a cultural form, exemplifying a range of unique expressions from rural Mexican villages to inner-city California neighborhoods.
Very First Concerts with the San Francisco Chamber Orchestra
San Francisco Chamber Orchestra and Crowden encourage audiences to get up and dance in Very First Concerts, a classical series designed with the youngest listeners in mind. Each concert features a central theme, short selections, and hands-on musical activities geared toward families with young children (infants to 7 year-olds).
This year's theme is "Classic Kids!"
These concerts have it all! Flute, clarinet, trumpet, trombone, violin, and cello. To be sure, you’ll love hearing how different (and how much the same) these instruments are. Try it for yourself!
Featuring SFCO conductor, Crowden alum, and frequent Crowden faculty member Jory Fankuchen ('91)
Instrument Petting Zoo
Crowden’s entire campus transforms into our gigantic Instrument Petting Zoo, where kids and adults alike explore all the different instruments in a symphony orchestra. Kids love learning about musical instruments from other kids—and our Student Zookeepers are happy to help you make sounds on the different instruments! We even have tiny violins and cellos for wee fingers.
Musical Performances for kids, by kids!
We'll be sharing musical performances featuring inspiring young musicians from Crowden and the community!
Instrument Making
Construct and take home your very own instruments!
Face painting and more!
Every child who attends Community Music Day receives a special prize.
Thank you to our community partners:
