166 montague street Louise M. Davies Symphony Hall With performances from September to May, under the directorship of Mi

Louise M. Davies Symphony Hall With performances from September to May, under the directorship of Michael Tilson Thomas, the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra 166 montague street performs in this modern structure with carefully modulated acoustics. Built in 1980, this curving, glass- fronted concert hall is loved and loathed in equal measure by San Franciscans. Its corner place ment is set off by a Henry Moore bronze, which also has its share of detractors. d 201 Van Ness Ave Map R1 (415) 864-6000

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