Bay Philharmonic Presents

Crescendo!

Celebrating the East Bay’s Hidden Gem

A Gala Honoring the 60th Anniversary and the 10th Anniversary of the Bay Philharmonic Youth Orchestra

Saturday, September 19, 2026 ● 5:00 PM 10:00 PM

Bay Philharmonic Gala: A Decade of Harmony

We are ready to celebrate a decade of musical excellence at the Bay Philharmonic Annual Gala, featuring inspiring performances by our Youth Orchestra.

Expect vibrant orchestral showcases that demonstrate the discipline, creativity, and joy our young musicians bring to the stage, while you experience firsthand how our programs cultivate a lifelong passion for music.

Enjoy an evening of exceptional music-making, community fellowship, and an exciting auction whose proceeds directly support the training, instruments, and opportunities that sustain the next generation of artists. Join us for a night where music and community converge—your presence helps inspire and ensure a thriving cultural future for Bay Area youth and musicians.

Looking for a meaningful way to support Bay Philharmonic? Learn more about our Sponsorship Opportunities.

Flavors of the evening strikes the right note

Enjoy an elegant cocktail hour with carefully selected hors d’oeuvres, followed by a plated gourmet meal offering your choice of Chicken Florentine, New York Strip Steak, or a chef-curated Vegetarian or Vegan entrée; each main is prepared with seasonal ingredients and thoughtful presentation.

Included with your dinner will be a scrumptious dessert and selected award-winning wines.

Gala

Exclusive VIP Experience (Table of 10)

Reserved exclusively for sponsors and partners!

Guests will enjoy: Private wine tasting, Intimate chamber music performance, meet the Conductor, Concertmaster and featured musicians, Early preview of auction items, exclusive networking with patrons and community leaders.

$3,500.00

Exclusive VIP Experience

Reserved exclusively for sponsors and partners!

Guests will enjoy: Private wine tasting, Intimate chamber music performance, meet the Conductor, Concertmaster and featured musicians, Early preview of auction items, exclusive networking with patrons and community leaders.

$350.00

Bay Philharmonic Gala Tickets

Celebrate a decade of musical excellence at the Bay Philharmonic Annual Gala, featuring the Youth Orchestra's inspiring performances and a decade of youth orchestral excellence with vibrant performances. Enjoy the excitement of seeing firsthand how our programs cultivate a lifelong passion for music while participating in an exciting auction, supporting the future of young musicians.

from $175.00

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Help shape the future of music in the Bay Area.

Gala Sponsorship Packages

PRESENTING PARTNER - $20,000

Premier Recognition

Exclusive Naming Rights: CRESCENDO! presented by [Partner Name]
Premier logo placement across all event collateral
Recognition as the Presenting Partner throughout the 2026–27 Bay Philharmonic Season
Featured partner spotlight on the Bay Phil website and social media
Recognition in press releases and media outreach

Exclusive Experiences

Exclusive VIP Prelude Reception & Curated Wine Tasting
Premier VIP table for 10 guests
Conversations with the Conductor & Special Guests
Invitation to a private orchestra rehearsal
Private chamber ensemble performance for your company or client event

Signature Event Presence

Exclusive host of the VIP Prelude Reception
Opportunity to welcome guests from the stage
Recognition throughout the evening program

LEGACY SPONSOR - $15,000

Premier VIP table for 10
Exclusive VIP Prelude Reception
Prominent logo placement
Website, program & social recognition
On-stage recognition
Recognition as a Season Partner

MAESTRO SPONSOR - $10,000

Premier VIP table for 10
Exclusive VIP Prelude Reception
Logo placement on gala materials
Website, program & social recognition
Exclusive sponsorship of one Bay Philharmonic performance

OVATION TABLE SPONSOR - $3,500-$5,000

Premier VIP table for 10
Exclusive VIP Prelude Reception
Logo placement on gala materials
Website, program & social recognition

HARMONY SPONSOR - $2,000

Four reserved seats
Exclusive VIP Prelude Reception
Program recognition

PATRON SPONSOR - $1,000

Two reserved seats
Exclusive VIP Prelude Reception
Program recognition

Auction Items to Thrill and Excite

You will be amazed by the auction items we've assembled for you. From fantastic getaways to spark your travel instincts, to one-on-one breakfasts and intimate events with our conductor and orchestra members, to experiences that invite you to explore the world around you—there is something to delight every taste. Our Board and staff are deeply grateful to you, our sponsors and supporters, for helping bring music and the performing arts to our community.

As we strengthen our partnership in support of the arts and in support of the Bay Philharmonic and the Bay Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, we’re thrilled to have you with us and excited about what the future holds.

A taste of what we will be offering:

An Insider’s Morning with the Music Director: Enjoy breakfast with Bay Philharmonic’s Music Director while learning how a concert comes to life—from selecting repertoire to rehearsing an orchestra and bringing a performance to the stage.
Private Sonoma Wine Country Getaway: Enjoy an exclusive long weekend at a beautiful Sonoma estate featuring a pool, hot tub, vineyard views, a main house, and guest house—your own private retreat in the heart of wine country.