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Artists of the San Francisco Opera Gala Celebration Concert

Presented by Music at Kohl Mansion at Kohl Mansion

February 5, 2012

Following the overwhelming success of last year’s début event, Music at Kohl Mansion is proud to offer once again a concert of favorite operatic highlights from the current and upcoming opera seasons. The San Francisco Opera’s fresh young stars will be accompanied by San Francisco and Metropolitan Opera pianist John Churchwell.

This special non-subscription gala concert will be followed by an elegant champagne reception with the performers.

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Cypress String Quartet

Presented by Music at Kohl Mansion at Kohl Mansion

February 26, 2012

Widely celebrated for the power of its performances and its passionate dedication to the genre, the Cypress String Quartet combines technical precision with imaginative programming. The quartet performs around the world, yet remains a vibrant member of the San Francisco arts community. Last heard at Kohl Mansion in 2004, the Cypress Quartet is hailed for performing known and loved repertoire in a fresh context and introducing groundbreaking new works to the chamber music

Afiara String Quartet

Presented by Music at Kohl Mansion at Kohl Mansion

March 18, 2012

The Afiara String Quartet balances a lively interest in new works with deep insight into core classical repertoire. The all-Canadian Afiara offers performances of “startling intensity” with a “powerful, keen-edged collective sound” (San Francisco Classical Voice). Formed in 2006 and mentored at San Francisco State University by the Alexander String Quartet, the Afiara takes its name from the Spanish fiar, meaning “to trust”, a basic element vital to