Gabriela Ortiz Named 2026 Classical Woman of the Year — A Celebrated Voice Returns to San Diego

Mexican composer Gabriela Ortiz has been named Performance Today’s 2026 Classical Woman of the Year, a national recognition honoring her profound impact on contemporary classical music.   For the San Diego Symphony, this announcement resonates on a personal level.   Ortiz has built an ongoing arti...

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From "Time Out" to the “Emperor”: Piano Highlights in April

April at the San Diego Symphony shines a spotlight on the expressive power and versatility of the piano, as a remarkable lineup of artists explores the instrument’s voice across genres—from jazz to contemporary innovation, Romantic lyricism, and Beethovenian grandeur—all brought to life on the Symph...

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