One classical composer, known best for his operas and symphonies, provides us with a window into the fascinating concert culture of Revolutionary Europe. Mozart's incredible series of youthful concertos preserve the best of the Baroque and explore the state-of-the-art in woodwind design. His masterful "piano" concertos were actually written for a surprising constellation of keyboards, musicians, and locations.

Join SFSymphony's Laura Stanfield Prichard for a close-listening tour of Mozart’s finely crafted, uplifting music: written for himself, his students, and his virtuoso friends, these innovative concertos showcase new sounds (horn, combos, and clarinet) and document the best playing of the day. (The SF Symphony will feature Mozart throughout the winter.)