Bay Philharmonic

🎼 Orchestra Trivia Time! 🎼

Take a close look at our guest conductor, Dr. Jane K. Brown! 👀

🤔 What is the name of the tool Dr. Brown is using to lead the orchestra?

A. A Stick
B. A Baguette 🥖
C. A Magic Wand ✨
D. A Back Scratcher 😂
E. A Baton

Drop your answer in the comments below! 👇

🎶 This simple tool helps conductors communicate tempo, dynamics, entrances, and musical expression to the orchestra. With just a few movements, a conductor can guide dozens of musicians through an entire symphony!

See Dr. Jane K. Brown in action at:

🇺🇸 America in Rhythm & Rhapsody 🇺🇸
📅 Sunday, June 21, 2026 @ 3:00 PM
📍 Chabot College Performing Arts Center – Hayward

Featuring:
🎹 Allegra Chapman performing Rhapsody in Blue
🎻 Dvořák’s New World Symphony
🎺 Copland favorites and more!

🎟 Tickets available at bayphil.org

✅ Correct Answer: E. A Baton

✅ Buy your tickets now at BayPhil.org
🎶 America in Rhythm & Rhapsody
📅 Sunday, June 21, 3:00PM
📍 Chabot College Performing Arts Center

Bay Philharmonic is proud to recognize Acacia Creek Retirement Community as a valued sponsor and community partner for our Season Finale Concert, America in Rhythm & Rhapsody.

Acacia Creek’s commitment to lifelong learning, wellness, and enriching experiences for older adults reflects the same values that inspire our mission to bring people together through the power of music. Their support helps make high-quality live orchestral performances accessible to audiences across the East Bay while fostering meaningful connections across generations.

We are especially grateful for Acacia Creek’s dedication to arts and culture and for helping ensure that music remains a vibrant part of community life.

Thank you, Acacia Creek Retirement Community, for investing in the arts and in the communities we proudly serve.

Please help us thank Acacia Creek Retirement Community for their generous support of Bay Philharmonic. 👏🎻🎺

🎉 Happy Father’s Day! 🎉

Father’s Day is right around the corner! Looking for the perfect gift for Dad? Start the day with a delicious breakfast, then treat him to an unforgettable afternoon of music with the Bay Philharmonic!

🇺🇸 America in Rhythm & Rhapsody 🇺🇸

📅 Sunday, June 21, 2026 @ 3:00 PM
📍 Chabot College Performing Arts Center – Hayward

Celebrate Father’s Day and the American spirit through music with Bay Phil’s powerful classical program — a vibrant fusion of tradition, rhythm, and innovation.

✨ Featuring:
🎼 Debut performance of Guest Conductor Dr. Jane Brown with the Bay Philharmonic
🎹 Pianist Allegra Chapman brings Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue to life
🎻 Dvořák’s New World Symphony soars as a timeless anthem to America’s roots
🇺🇸 Aaron Copland’s Hoe Down, Saturday Night Waltz, and Fanfare for the Common Man capture the bold, hopeful spirit of America
🇲🇽 José Pablo Moncayo’s Huapango bursts with vibrant rhythms and festive energy

This extraordinary concert blends beloved classics, blues, and American heritage in honor of our sesquicentennial year.

❤️ It’s the perfect way to celebrate Father’s Day — with fathers, family, friends, and unforgettable music.

🚗 FREE Parking

🎟️ Secure your seats today — best prices available now!

Get your tickets at bayphil.org

🥁 Meet One of the Leaders of Our Percussion Section 🥁

Bay Philharmonic is proud to spotlight Kevin Neuhoff, Principal Timpanist!

The timpani, often called kettle drums, are some of the most powerful and dramatic instruments in the orchestra. Unlike most percussion instruments, timpani can be tuned to specific pitches, allowing them to play actual notes and harmonies that support the entire orchestra.

✨ Fun Fact: Modern timpani use foot pedals that allow the player to change pitches instantly while performing, sometimes several times within the same musical phrase!

As Principal Timpanist, Kevin leads the percussion section on timpani, helping provide the rhythmic foundation, energy, and dramatic impact that audiences hear throughout the orchestra.

From thunderous climaxes to subtle musical colors, the timpani play a vital role in bringing orchestral music to life.

Want to hear Kevin perform live?

🇺🇸 America in Rhythm & Rhapsody 🇺🇸

📅 Sunday, June 21, 2026 @ 3 PM
📍 Chabot College Performing Arts Center – Hayward

Featuring Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue, Dvořák’s New World Symphony, Copland favorites, Moncayo’s Huapango, and more!

🚗 FREE Parking
🎟️ Tickets at BayPhil.org

🎶⏳ 2 DAYS UNTIL THE CONCERT! ⏳🎶

We’re officially down to the final 48 hours! The excitement is building as Bay Philharmonic prepares to present America in Rhythm & Rhapsody this Father’s Day weekend.

With only 2 days left, now is the perfect time to make your plans and secure your seats!

🎼 America in Rhythm & Rhapsody

📅 Sunday, June 21, 2026
🕒 3:00 PM
📍 Chabot College Performing Arts Center – Hayward
🚗 FREE Parking

Today’s date is Friday, June 19, and concert day is almost here!

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon featuring:

🎵 Guest Conductor Dr. Jane Brown’s debut with the Bay Philharmonic
🎹 Allegra Chapman performing Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue
🎻 Dvořák’s inspiring New World Symphony
🎼 Copland’s Fanfare for the Common Man, Saturday Night Waltz, and Hoe Down
✨ Moncayo’s colorful and energetic Huapango

Whether you’re celebrating Father’s Day with Dad, family, or friends, this concert is the perfect way to spend the afternoon together.

🎟️ Get your tickets today at BayPhil.org

Just 2 days to go until the curtain rises and the music begins! 🎶✨

🎶 Meet One of the Leaders of Our Strings Section 🎶

Bay Philharmonic is proud to spotlight Wendy Tamis, our Principal Harpist!

The harp is one of the world’s oldest instruments, with a history dating back thousands of years. Known for its beautiful, shimmering sound, the harp can create everything from gentle melodies to dramatic orchestral effects, adding a unique color to the orchestra.

✨ Fun Fact: The modern concert harp has 47 strings and 7 pedals, allowing harpists to instantly change notes and keys while they play!

Another fun fact? The harp is sometimes considered both a string instrument and a percussion instrument. While it officially belongs to the string family because sound is produced by vibrating strings, the strings are plucked by the musician’s fingers, giving it qualities that some compare to percussion instruments.

As Principal Harpist, Wendy leads the harp section and brings elegance, color, and artistry to the Bay Philharmonic’s sound.

Want to hear Wendy perform live?

🇺🇸 America in Rhythm & Rhapsody 🇺🇸

📅 Sunday, June 21, 2026 @ 3 PM
📍 Chabot College Performing Arts Center – Hayward

Featuring Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue, Dvořák’s New World Symphony, Copland favorites, Moncayo’s Huapango, and more!

🚗 FREE Parking
🎟️ Tickets at BayPhil.org

🎶 Orchestra Trivia! 🎶

How well do you know the music on our upcoming program?

José Pablo Moncayo’s Huapango is one of Mexico’s most beloved orchestral works, filled with energy, colorful rhythms, and the spirit of traditional folk music.

Question: Which country’s folk traditions inspired the music heard in Huapango?

A. Spain
B. Argentina
C. Mexico
D. Brazil

💬 Comment your best guess below before looking at the answer!

Join us for America in Rhythm & Rhapsody and experience this exciting work live alongside music by Gershwin, Dvořák, and Copland.

📅 Sunday, June 21, 2026 @ 3:00 PM
📍 Chabot College Performing Arts Center – Hayward
🎟️ Tickets available at bayphil.org

✅ Correct Answer: C. Mexico

✅ Buy your tickets now at BayPhil.org
🎶 America in Rhythm & Rhapsody
📅 Sunday, June 21, 3:00PM
📍 Chabot College Performing Arts Center

Bay Philharmonic is honored to recognize Fremont Bank Foundation as a Legacy Sponsor and valued partner in bringing exceptional live music and arts experiences to our community.

For generations, Fremont Bank has demonstrated a deep commitment to strengthening the communities it serves, and we are grateful for their continued investment in the arts. Their support helps us present inspiring performances, expand access to music education through the Bay Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, and enrich the cultural life of the Tri-City and greater East Bay region.

Thank you, Fremont Bank, for helping us inspire minds, delight senses, and enrich souls through the power of music.

🎶 Together, we are building a stronger, more vibrant community through the arts.

Please join us in thanking Fremont Bank for their generous support of Bay Philharmonic! See you at the show this Sunday! 👏🎻🎺

Fremont Bank

Bay Philharmonic is proud to recognize Alameda County District 2 Supervisor Elisa Márquez as a Bronze Sponsor of our 2025–2026 Season Finale and Father’s Day Concert, America in Rhythm & Rhapsody, this Sunday, June 21, 3:00PM at Chabot College.

Their generous grant award helps make live orchestral music more accessible to our diverse East Bay communities and ensures that the arts and music education continue to enrich, inspire, and bring people together.

Thank you, Supervisor Márquez and District 2 Staff, for investing in the cultural vitality of Alameda County and for championing organizations that create meaningful arts and education experiences for residents of all ages.

🎶 America in Rhythm & Rhapsody
📅 Sunday, June 21, 2026, 3PM
📍 Chabot College Performing Arts Center
🎟️ Tickets available at BayPhil.org

Please join us in thanking Alameda County District 2 for supporting the arts in our community! 👏🎻🎺

Elisa Márquez