Events & Classes
Signature Events
Unearthed Musical Masterpieces from the Southern Kingdoms of Ancient China Opening WeekendFri., Sat. & Sun., November 6, 7 & 8, 2026
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Included with paid museum admission; free for members
Tickets for Unearthed Musical Masterpieces are $7 for ages 20 and up, $4 for ages 4–19, and free for ages 3 and under.
Events & Classes Calendar
Events
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The High Kings
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Global September 27 | 5:00 p.m. $54.50–$64.50 As global ambassadors of Irish heritage and storytelling, the High Kings have consistently brought the timeless tradition of Irish folk music to audiences around the world, earning them chart-topping success and widespread acclaim. The band blends classic tradition and modern edge, and its live shows are a vibrant showcase of Irish culture, energy, and musicality. ...
The High Kings
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Global September 27 | 7:00 p.m. $54.50–$64.50 As global ambassadors of Irish heritage and storytelling, the High Kings have consistently brought the timeless tradition of Irish folk music to audiences around the world, earning them chart-topping success and widespread acclaim. The band blends classic tradition and modern edge, and its live shows are a vibrant showcase of Irish culture, energy, and musicality. ... |
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Rock September 28 | 7:00 p.m. $44.50–$49.50 Originally formed as a college cover band in 1992 and with more than 3,500 performances together, Carbon Leaf has a well-hewn live show and a musical style that drifts in and out of Americana, bluegrass, rock, folk, Celtic, and pop traditions with ease. The quintet embroiders heartfelt melody and harmony with acoustic and electric instrumentation, ... |
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MIMkids Classes September 29 | 9:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. $12 per class; $40 for 4
John Oates
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Pop September 29 | 7:00 p.m. $71.50–$82.50 John Oates is one half of Hall & Oates, the best-selling duo of all time, as well as an accomplished solo artist. He is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and he has received the prestigious BMI Icon Award, numerous American Music Awards and MTV ... |
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MIMkids Classes September 30 | 9:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. $12 per class; $40 for 4
John Oates
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Pop September 30 | 7:00 p.m. $71.50–$82.50 John Oates is one half of Hall & Oates, the best-selling duo of all time, as well as an accomplished solo artist. He is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and he has received the prestigious BMI Icon Award, numerous American Music Awards and MTV ... |
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Culinary Events October 1 | 5:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. $150.00 per person 
Singer-Songwriter October 1 | 7:30 p.m. $69.50–$85.50 Rickie Lee Jones began her meteoric rise in 1979 with the release of her star-making self-titled debut, which was quickly followed by her seminal album Pirates. Along the way, Jones won two Grammys—one for Best New Artist and another for Best Jazz Vocal Performance—for work that represented her wide range of musical influences. Throughout her ... |
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Singer-Songwriter October 2 | 7:30 p.m. $69.50–$85.50 Rickie Lee Jones began her meteoric rise in 1979 with the release of her star-making self-titled debut, which was quickly followed by her seminal album Pirates. Along the way, Jones won two Grammys—one for Best New Artist and another for Best Jazz Vocal Performance—for work that represented her wide range of musical influences. Throughout her ... |
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Signature Events October 3 | 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Included with paid museum admission; free for members Feel the rhythms of Brazil! Enjoy live bossa nova, música popular brasileira, and samba performances, an energetic capoeira workshop, engaging curator talks, and more. 
Jazz October 3 | 6:00 p.m. $92.50–$97.50 National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Masters and Grammy winners Branford Marsalis and Dianne Reeves celebrate the 100th birthday of John Coltrane with a new album and a world tour. Reeves joins the stunningly versatile Branford Marsalis Quartet to pay tribute to the seminal collaboration between Coltrane and singer Johnny Hartman and more beloved ballads ...
Jazz October 3 | 8:00 p.m. $92.50–$97.50 National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Masters and Grammy winners Branford Marsalis and Dianne Reeves celebrate the 100th birthday of John Coltrane with a new album and a world tour. Reeves joins the stunningly versatile Branford Marsalis Quartet to pay tribute to the seminal collaboration between Coltrane and singer Johnny Hartman and more beloved ballads ... |
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Signature Events October 4 | 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Included with paid museum admission; free for members Feel the rhythms of Brazil! Enjoy live bossa nova, música popular brasileira, and samba performances, an energetic capoeira workshop, engaging curator talks, and more. 
Guitar October 4 | 6:00 p.m. $46.50–$51.50 Ottmar Liebert’s global success can be attributed to his creative vision, his determination, and his strong sense of melody. Liebert founded the first incarnation of his band, Luna Negra, in 1989 and has since become one of the most successful instrumental artists of the past few decades. His unique border-style flamenco has entertained audiences around ...
Guitar October 4 | 8:00 p.m. $46.50–$51.50 Ottmar Liebert’s global success can be attributed to his creative vision, his determination, and his strong sense of melody. Liebert founded the first incarnation of his band, Luna Negra, in 1989 and has since become one of the most successful instrumental artists of the past few decades. His unique border-style flamenco has entertained audiences around ... |
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Singer-Songwriter October 5 | 7:00 p.m. $90.50–$120.50 Opening Act: Oakland Rain Named after the famous Crosby, Stills and Nash song she inspired, Judy Collins’s Sweet Judy Blue Eyes Farewell Tour celebrates the folk-pop legend’s long and distinguished career and offers audiences one final chance to experience her timeless voice and storytelling live. The tour follows a remarkable artistic renaissance that culminated in ... |
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Singer-Songwriter October 6 | 7:00 p.m. $90.50–$120.50 Opening Act: Oakland Rain Named after the famous Crosby, Stills and Nash song she inspired, Judy Collins’s Sweet Judy Blue Eyes Farewell Tour celebrates the folk-pop legend’s long and distinguished career and offers audiences one final chance to experience her timeless voice and storytelling live. The tour follows a remarkable artistic renaissance that culminated in ... |
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Jazz October 7 | 6:30 p.m. $46.50–$56.50 For nearly four decades, Acoustic Alchemy has been at the forefront of contemporary jazz, even if the band’s eclectic mix of styles—which includes straight-ahead jazz, folk, rock, and genres from around the world—has meant the band has never snugly fit into any one genre. Since releasing its first album in 1987, Acoustic Alchemy has held ...
Jazz October 7 | 8:30 p.m. $46.50–$56.50 For nearly four decades, Acoustic Alchemy has been at the forefront of contemporary jazz, even if the band’s eclectic mix of styles—which includes straight-ahead jazz, folk, rock, and genres from around the world—has meant the band has never snugly fit into any one genre. Since releasing its first album in 1987, Acoustic Alchemy has held ... |
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Guitar October 8 | 7:30 p.m. $49.50–$59.50 Guitarist Benise performs breathtaking arrangements inspired by musical traditions from around the world, blending Spanish passion with classical elegance and contemporary flair. From humble beginnings as a street performer to appearances on television programs such as Dancing with the Stars and his Emmy-winning PBS production Benise: Nights of Fire!, Benise’s remarkable journey of perseverance and artistry is ... |
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Classical October 9 | 6:30 p.m. $54.50–$80.50 For 50 years, San Francisco’s Kronos Quartet—currently comprising violinists David Harrington and Gabriela Díaz, violist Ayane Kozasa, and cellist Paul Wiancko—has challenged and reimagined what a string quartet can be. Founded when the form was largely centered on long-established Western European traditions, the Kronos Quartet has been at the forefront of revolutionizing the string quartet into ...
Classical October 9 | 8:30 p.m. $54.50–$80.50 For 50 years, San Francisco’s Kronos Quartet—currently comprising violinists David Harrington and Gabriela Díaz, violist Ayane Kozasa, and cellist Paul Wiancko—has challenged and reimagined what a string quartet can be. Founded when the form was largely centered on long-established Western European traditions, the Kronos Quartet has been at the forefront of revolutionizing the string quartet into ... |
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Spyro Gyra
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Jazz October 10 | 6:00 p.m. $38.50–$49.50 Spyro Gyra rose from humble beginnings in a Tuesday night jam session in Buffalo, New York, organized by saxophonist Jay Beckenstein and friends in 1974 to its current international prominence in the jazz world. One of the most consistently commercially successful groups to emerge from the fusion era, Spyro Gyra broke through in the mid-’70s, ...
Spyro Gyra
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Jazz October 10 | 8:00 p.m. $38.50–$49.50 Spyro Gyra rose from humble beginnings in a Tuesday night jam session in Buffalo, New York, organized by saxophonist Jay Beckenstein and friends in 1974 to its current international prominence in the jazz world. One of the most consistently commercially successful groups to emerge from the fusion era, Spyro Gyra broke through in the mid-’70s, ... |
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Spotlight Series October 11 | 11:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Included with paid museum admission; |
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Rock October 12 | 7:00 p.m. $44.50–$54.50 Benmont Tench is a founding member of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers and one of contemporary music’s finest organ players, piano players, anything with keys players. Tench has not only shaped the sound of the Heartbreakers but has also contributed to an impressive array of recordings with a diverse roster of artists, including Stevie Nicks, ... |
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Soul, R&B, and Funk October 13 | 7:00 p.m. $44.50–$49.50 Rising singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Devon Gilfillian is known for his genre-bending music, which combines soul, hip-hop, R&B, and rock. He believes in finding joy and love even in difficult times, tackling themes of self-empowerment, love, equity, and representation and drawing inspiration from various musical influences. His captivating live performances have earned him a devoted ... |
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Global October 14 | 7:00 p.m. $49.50–$59.50 After four decades, Altan remains at the forefront of traditional Irish music, blending the raw energy of their native Donegal fiddle style with a rare melodic sensibility. Altan has always been regarded as bearers of tradition, bringing the music and songs of Donegal to a wider public and keeping true to their roots while exploring ... |
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Singer-Songwriter October 15 | 6:30 p.m. $44.50–$54.50 Melissa Manchester’s tremendously successful solo career is rich in critical and commercial acclaim. The “Midnight Blue” singer received her first Best Pop Female Vocal Performance Grammy nomination in 1980 for “Don’t Cry Out Loud.” She won the category three years later for “You Should Hear How She Talks About You.” In 1980, Manchester became the ...
Singer-Songwriter October 15 | 8:30 p.m. $44.50–$54.50 Melissa Manchester’s tremendously successful solo career is rich in critical and commercial acclaim. The “Midnight Blue” singer received her first Best Pop Female Vocal Performance Grammy nomination in 1980 for “Don’t Cry Out Loud.” She won the category three years later for “You Should Hear How She Talks About You.” In 1980, Manchester became the ... |
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Jazz October 17 | 6:00 p.m. $175.50–$225.50 Having recently costarred as the Wizard of Oz with Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo in the critically acclaimed global box office smashes Wicked and Wicked: For Good, Jeff Goldblum has built a storied career that now spans six decades of award-winning work as a starring actor in film, television, and theater. He has also produced ...
Jazz October 17 | 8:00 p.m. $175.50–$225.50 Having recently costarred as the Wizard of Oz with Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo in the critically acclaimed global box office smashes Wicked and Wicked: For Good, Jeff Goldblum has built a storied career that now spans six decades of award-winning work as a starring actor in film, television, and theater. He has also produced ... |
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Jazz October 18 | 6:00 p.m. $175.50–$225.50 Having recently costarred as the Wizard of Oz with Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo in the critically acclaimed global box office smashes Wicked and Wicked: For Good, Jeff Goldblum has built a storied career that now spans six decades of award-winning work as a starring actor in film, television, and theater. He has also produced ...
Jazz October 18 | 8:00 p.m. $175.50–$225.50 Having recently costarred as the Wizard of Oz with Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo in the critically acclaimed global box office smashes Wicked and Wicked: For Good, Jeff Goldblum has built a storied career that now spans six decades of award-winning work as a starring actor in film, television, and theater. He has also produced ... |
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Global October 19 | 7:00 p.m. $38.50–$44.50 Los Vega is a family-based ensemble with more than 25 years of experience performing son jarocho, a traditional music from Veracruz, Mexico. For more than six generations, the Vega family has recreated son jarocho in the fandangos of their communities and on international stages. Known for their strong cultural roots, refined musicianship, and dynamic stage presence, ... |
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Jazz October 20 | 7:00 p.m. $44.50–$49.50 Comprising former members of late jazz saxophonist David Sanborn’s band, the Sideguys perform the music of one of contemporary jazz’s most influential voices. Each musician has shared the stage, the studio, or the road with Sanborn, and that lived experience is at the heart of the project. Delivering Sanborn’s sound with unmatched authenticity, groove, and ... |
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Fred Armisen
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Special Events October 21 | 7:00 p.m. $49.50–$59.50 Saturday Night Live veteran Fred Armisen is celebrated for his eclectic blend of comedy and music, and his Comedy for Musicians (But Everyone Is Welcome) show is renowned for its unique humor, which resonates with musicians and music lovers alike. Armisen is a comedian, writer, producer, and musician. He is an 11-season veteran of Saturday ... |
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Fred Armisen
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Special Events October 22 | 7:00 p.m. $49.50–$59.50 Saturday Night Live veteran Fred Armisen is celebrated for his eclectic blend of comedy and music, and his Comedy for Musicians (But Everyone Is Welcome) show is renowned for its unique humor, which resonates with musicians and music lovers alike. Armisen is a comedian, writer, producer, and musician. He is an 11-season veteran of Saturday ... |
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Jazz October 23 | 7:30 p.m. $44.50–$49.50 We3—pianist Nicole Pesce, violinist Suzanne Lansford, and vocalist Renee Grant Patrick (daughter of the late George Grant of the world-famous Ink Spots)—is a powerhouse of talents. The trio pays tribute to timeless tunes with new and familiar interpretations of popular jazz, swing, and blues standards and more. Since its official debut in 2016, the group ... |
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The Paul Thorn Band
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Blues October 24 | 7:30 p.m. $49.50–$54.50 Paul Thorn has spent three decades turning soulful grooves and small syllables into songs that pack a big wallop. Whether he is targeting heads, hearts, hips, or the funny bone, he somehow manages to condense large nuggets of wisdom into tight mantras. Sonically, Thorn balances blues, rock, gospel, country, and soul in a singular strain ... |
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Soul, R&B, and Funk October 25 | 7:00 p.m. $44.50–$49.50 New York–based soul singer-songwriter Morgan James’s voice is her instrument, and through it she can communicate anything. A Juilliard-trained vocalist and Broadway actress with 12 albums under her belt, James has built a devoted global fanbase through relentless touring and genre-bending ambition. James has a particular taste for inserting herself into men’s spaces, twisting hypermasculine ... |
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Singer-Songwriter October 26 | 7:00 p.m. $38.50–$44.50 Oklahoma singer-songwriter John Moreland has built a devoted following through songs that are deeply personal, emotionally direct, and quietly devastating. His work has earned praise from outlets including The New York Times, NPR, and Pitchfork—and won Moreland a place in the upper echelon of contemporary Americana singer-songwriters. Following the sonically adventurous Birds in the Ceiling and a yearlong pause from ... |
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Jazz October 27 | 6:30 p.m. $56.50–$66.50 Julian Lage is widely acclaimed as one of the most prodigious jazz guitarists of his generation. He has spent nearly two decades sifting through the myriad strains of American musical history with impeccable technique and a spirit of infinite possibility, garnering seven Grammy nominations for his critically acclaimed work. A renowned improviser, Lage puts his ...
Jazz October 27 | 8:30 p.m. $56.50–$66.50 Julian Lage is widely acclaimed as one of the most prodigious jazz guitarists of his generation. He has spent nearly two decades sifting through the myriad strains of American musical history with impeccable technique and a spirit of infinite possibility, garnering seven Grammy nominations for his critically acclaimed work. A renowned improviser, Lage puts his ... |
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The War and Treaty
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Americana and Folk October 28 | 7:00 p.m. $64.50–$74.50 For the past decade, soulful duo the War and Treaty—the husband-and-wife team of Michael and Tanya Trotter—has released music that has made it a beloved industry favorite, an awards-season darling, and a touring staple capable of performing on stages worldwide to widespread acclaim. Twelve years after its founding, the duo has redefined itself beyond its ... |
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Singer-Songwriter October 30 | 7:30 p.m. $44.50–$54.50 Howie Day’s emotionally resonant lyrics and inventive melodies have earned him critical praise and a legion of devoted fans. He is known for his energetic, heartfelt shows, where he connects with audiences through the strength of his songwriting and his sense of humor. Day wrote, financed, and self-released his first effort, Australia; the record was ... |
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Family & Kids October 31 | 3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. $40 per session (four classes) 
Jazz October 31 | 7:30 p.m. $38.50–$49.50 Acclaimed singer-songwriter Khani Cole began her ascent into national and international consciousness in Phoenix in the early 1990s. Her first release on Fahrenheit Records, Piece of My Soul, included guest solos from Brian Bromberg and the late Joey DeFrancesco. Her follow-up, Places, was produced by Grammy winner Michael Broening and featured guest solos from Nelson ... |
World Choir Workshop: Musical Theater in the United States
Included Experiences
Orientation Tour
Every Monday & Friday | 2 p.m.
Every Saturday & Sunday | 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.
Drop in for a 30–45-minute guided journey through the Geographic Galleries and get an inspiring introduction to MIM’s global collection. Tours meet in front of Guest Service.
Subject to guide availability.
Orchestrion Demonstration
Daily | Noon & 3 p.m.
Hear lively tunes played by the largest instrument in MIM’s collection, the Decap Orchestrion, in this fun and fascinating live demonstration.