2025-2026 Season of Dynamite Guitars
Welcome to Omni Foundation’s 45th season of the leading series for guitar in the United States and one of the finest in the world!
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Yamandu Costa
Herbst Theatre
The 7-string master returns to the beautiful Herbst Theatre! Yamandu Costa’s technical fireworks, moving compositions and masterful improvisations transcend style and genre, making him an inspiration to musicians and music fans alike. Get your tickets early; Yamandu sells out venues all over the world!
Meng Su
St. Mark’s
Member of the Beijing Guitar Duo and first-prize winner at the 2015 Parkening International Guitar Competition, Meng Su is world-renowned for her skills as both an ensemble player and soloist. Since her appointment to the faculty at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, we’ve been lucky enough to consider her a “hometown hero.” Don’t miss Meng Su’s concert at St. Mark’s!
In Association with San Francisco Performances
Los Angeles Guitar Quartet
Herbst Theatre
Experience the excellence of LAGQ! The Los Angeles Guitar Quartet recently welcomed Douglas Lora of the distinguished Brasil Guitar Duo to their all-star lineup. Often considered to be the gold standard of guitar quartets for over 40 years, LAGQ remains a pillar of greatness in ensemble playing and in the guitar community at large. Through monumental commissions and masterful arrangements, their trailblazing career has paved the way for countless quartets to follow.
In Association with San Francisco Performances
Los Romeros
Herbst Theatre
The legacy of the Romero guitar dynasty is unmatched in its longevity and stature. Spanning generations and performing all over the world, the quartet remains top of mind when discussing monumental guitar ensembles. Don’t miss an evening with living legends!
In Association with San Francisco Performances
Julia Trintschuk & Joaquín Clerch
St. Mark’s
Mentor and star pupil join forces! You’ve seen Julia Trintschuck’s incredible playing on our Dynamite Guitars series (where we presented her San Francisco debut), and on our YouTube channel. Now, Julia returns to San Francisco with her teacher Joaquín Clerch for an unforgettable night at St. Mark’s.
Leonela Alejandro
St. Mark’s
Winner of the coveted Rose Augustine Grand Prize at the 2024 Guitar Foundation of America Competition, Leonela Alejandro is a rising star poised to take her place at the top of the guitar scene. Originally from Puerto Rico and now residing in Columbus, Georgia, Leonela is a charismatic powerhouse performer who we are thrilled to welcome for her San Francisco debut.
International Guitar Night
Lucas Imbiriba, Alexandr Misko
Saturday, February 21, 2026 7:30 pm
Herbst Theatre
International Guitar Night returns with a fresh lineup of acoustic masters from around the globe! This unforgettable evening will feature the soulful precision of classical guitar YouTube star Stephanie Jones, Hawaii’s empress of the ukulele Taimane, the fiery passion of Brazilian showman Lucas Imbiriba, and the modern fingerstyle innovations of internet sensation Alexandr Misko.
Sergio & Odair Assad
Herbst Theatre
Experience the legendary Brazilian brothers Sérgio and Odair Assad, whose lifelong musical partnership has set the standard for classical guitar duos. Forged through decades of collaboration, their inherent synchronicity, expressive depth, and imaginative programming have redefined the art form. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to witness their unparalleled artistry.
David Russell
St. Mark’s
Grammy-winning guitarist David Russell returns with his trademark elegance, beautiful tone, and expressive depth. Russell is a master interpreter of classical guitar repertoire, and has recorded all of Bach’s lute suites for Omni’s YouTube channel. His performances are always a highlight of the season. Prepare to be mesmerized and inspired by the guitar’s unbounded beauty brought vividly to life.
In Association with San Francisco Performances
Jason Vieaux & JIJI
Taube Atrium Theater
Two acclaimed guitarists take the stage for a dynamic evening of solo performances. Grammy-winner Jason Vieaux, hailed by Gramophone as “among the elite of today’s classical guitarists,” brings nuance and depth to the classical tradition. JIJI, praised by The Washington Post as “mesmerizing” and “stirring,” blends genres with bold, contemporary artistry. From timeless works to modern soundscapes, this program reveals the guitar’s remarkable versatility.
In Association with San Francisco Performances
Mike Marshall & Alessandro Penezzi
St. Mark’s
Mandolin master Mike Marshall joins forces with Brazilian guitar virtuoso Alessandro Penezzi for a spirited evening of choro, samba, and improvisation. Marshall, a former member of the David Grisman Quintet, brings decades of genre-blending creativity to the stage. Penezzi, one of Brazil’s most soulful and technically dazzling guitarists, is a celebrated figure in Brazilian popular music. Their collaboration promises a vibrant exchange between two musical worlds bursting with rhythm, energy, and a sense of celebration.
A to Z Guitar Duo
Friday, April 24, 2026 7:30 pm
Caroline H. Hume Concert Hall, SFCM
Two of Europe’s most commanding guitarists, Aniello Desiderio and Zoran Dukić, join forces as the A to Z Guitar Duo. Known for their fiery technique and explosive sound, this duo delivers a powerful and poetic program that showcases the guitar at its most virtuosic. This is a concert you do not want to miss!
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