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"Back to Bach" Season Opening Dinner in Marin
On Friday, February 10, 2017, celebrate the opening of ABS’s 28th season with sparkling wine, fabulous food, and fellow Bach lovers! Eight lucky winners will enjoy a sumptuous four-course dinner at the home of Jan Goldberg and Ken Hoffman, prepared by Delicious! Catering. Not only is Jan the founder of Delicious! but she is also a long-time ABS supporter and former Board member. Enjoy conversations ranging from Bach to baseball, learn about Jan and her husband Ken’s eclectic collection of art, and enjoy the views of the Marin hills, all before heading to this season’s opening performance at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Belvedere. Reserved parking at St. Stephen’s will be available for you at the concert. A perfect evening for the Bach lover in you!
Donated by Delicious! Catering and Jan Goldberg & Ken Hoffman
Sold to 8 individuals for $175 each
Concert tickets not included
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San Francisco Gourmet Exploration for Four with KCBS "Foodie Chap" Liam Mayclem
Here is a rare chance to get an insider’s tour of San Francisco from one of the City’s most charming and engaging insiders, our auctioneer, Liam Mayclem. This four-hour curated tour begins with a champagne and oyster lunch at Hog Island Oysters, followed by dessert at Cowgirl Creamery, a tour of CUESA Market, a tasting at Dandelion Chocolates, and cocktails at Slanted Door. You’ll also have a live food demo at the CUESA classroom with premiere seats and a meet’n’greet with the chef. Two rooms at the Clift Hotel for one night will serve as your accommodations, and SUV transportation from the hotel to the tour will be provided. By day, Liam is the “Foodie Chap” for KCBS, constantly on the move to discover and report on the newest, most innovative and mouth-watering restaurants and culinary trends. He is also a host on “World Access,” currently airing on the Travel Channel around the world.
Donated by Liam Mayclem
Opening bid: $500
Must be redeemed by September 24, 2017. Saturdays from 11am - 3pm only as it is market day. 30-day notice required.
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Baroque in the Backyard with Mary Wilson and John Lenti
Join ABS favorite Mary Wilson in this delightful Sunday afternoon soiree in the Tiburon home of Jan Goldberg & Ken Hoffman. Enjoy plenty of food and beverage while experiencing this rare treat featuring songs for soprano and theorbo. July 9, 2017, at 2 p.m.
Donated by Mary Wilson, Jan Goldberg & Ken Hoffman, and American Bach Soloists
20 seats sold at $175 each
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"Into the Woods"
Revel in a feast for all the senses in a beautiful Mission Revival home, nestled atop a hill with a spectacular bay view, in San Francisco’s St. Francis Wood neighborhood with our annual "Into the Woods" event. You will hear a performance by ABS musicians, taste wines from Tom Driscoll’s famous private cellar, and experience incredible food by Delicious! Catering. Sunday, January 29, 2017, 4 p.m.
Donated by Tom Driscoll & Nancy Quinn, Delicious! Catering, and American Bach Soloists
Sold to 26 individuals for $200 each
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A Year with ABS
Spend the year with ABS! Included in this package: two tickets to Handel's Messiah in Grace Cathedral (choice of Dec. 14, 15, or 16, 2016); two tickets to each concert in ABS's 2017 season in San Francisco, Berkeley, or Davis (Feb. 10-13, 2017; Mar. 31-Apr 3 , 2017; and May 5-8, 2017); and two tickets to ABS's 2017 Gala (date TBA).
Donated by American Bach Soloists
Opening bid: $500
Buy-it now: $3,000
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Ballet in the City
Two tickets to a 2016-17 season Smuin Ballet performance at select venues; and two tickets to one performance during San Francisco Ballet's 2017 Repertory Season in the majestic War Memorial Opera House.
Donated by Smuin Ballet and San Francisco Ballet
Opening bid: $42
Buy-it now: $336
Smuin: Valid venue locations: Palace of Fine Arts Theater, Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, Lesher Center for the Arts, Mountain View Center for the Arts, and Sunset Center. Call 415-912-1899 to redeem your tickets. Expires June 30, 2017.
SF Ballet: Redeemable only for performances and seating sections listed on the voucher, subject to availability. May not be upgraded, redeemed for cash, or combined with other offers. No exchanges or refunds. Must be redeemed at least 10 days prior to the performance you would like to attend. Tickets are subject to availability.
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Merola Grand Finale
Four Premium Orchestra seat tickets to the critically acclaimed Merola Grand Finale on Saturday, August 19, 2017, at 7:30 pm in the War Memorial Opera House in San Francisco. Also enjoy four tickets to the fabulous post-performance reception. Join the Merola artists for wine and an array of desserts and savory treats to toast the year’s program at an elegant reception.
Donated by Merola Opera Program and James R. Meehan
Opening bid: $75
Buy-it now: $360
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Green Music Center: Eric Owens, bass-baritone
Four orchestra tickets to see Eric Owens at the Green Music Center at Sonoma State University on April 23, 2017, at 3 p.m. Owens is held in the highest regard as an interpreter of classical repertoire. His powerfully expressive voice is versatile, allowing him to move freely between recital, orchestral and opera works. Joining him on stage will be pianist Myra Huang, whom Opera News praises as “among the top accompanists of her generation.” Program to include selections by Mozart, Schubert, Brahms, Ravel, and Verdi, as well as Loewe, Rogers, Porter, and Weill.
Donated by the Donald & Maureen Green Music Center
Opening bid: $68
Buy-it now: $405
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Baroque in the Bay
Enjoy another Early Music ensemble in the Bay Area with two tickets for Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra in Section 1 for one performance during the 2016-17 season. Then do some shopping with a $100 gift certificate, good for purchase of CDs, DVDs, or LPs at The Musical Offering CD store in Berkeley.
Donated by Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra and The Musical Offering
Opening bid: 62
Buy-it now: $369
Philharmonia concert good for venues in either Berkeley or San Francisco. Excludes performances of Rameau’s Le Temple de la Gloire. The Musical Offering certificate is for music store merchandise, not the restaurant.
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ACT Preview Performance
Two tickets to any ACT preview performance at the Geary Theater, the Strand Theater, the Rueff, or the Costume Shop Theater. Available plays: King Charles III, The Hard Problem, A Thousand Splendid Suns, John, Needles and Opium, Battlefield, and Here Lies Love.
Donated by American Conservatory Theatre
Opening bid: $40
Buy-it now: $200
This offer is subject to availability and excluding Premiere Orchestra seating and performances of "The Unfortunates." Voucher expires 9/24/17.
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