Fellow Finn and Music Director Esa-Pekka Salonen was on the podium. Composed in three movements, the last two played without pause, Rautavaara’s concerto is packed with abundant invention, wit ...

How does a contemporary composer breathe new life into a 450-year-old musical genre? If you’re San Francisco Symphony Music Director Esa-Pekka Salonen, just add electronics, maracas and hand drums.

Twenty-three guest conductors will lead the San Francisco Symphony in place of departing Music Director Esa-Pekka Salonen during its upcoming 114th season. Six will make their orchestral series ...